Commercial / Industrial Asbestos Removal

In commercial and industrial environments, asbestos removal is a highly regulated process that must be carried out in full compliance with strict safety and legal standards. Below are the key requirements and best practices for managing asbestos in these settings:

Key Requirements for Asbestos Removal in Commercial and Industrial Settings

• Asbestos Register: A current asbestos register is required for all workplace buildings unless they were constructed after 31 December 1989 and no asbestos-containing materials are present.
  
• Asbestos Management Plan: A written management plan must be in place for any identified or assumed asbestos, asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), or naturally occurring asbestos within the workplace.
  
• Health and Safety Duties: Employers and contractors must adhere to the responsibilities outlined in the Model Code of Practice for both licensed and unlicensed asbestos removal work.
  
• Equipment and Inspections: Only HEPA-filtered H-Class industrial vacuum cleaners should be used. All equipment must be regularly inspected, and asbestos waste must be disposed of safely and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  
• Licensing: Contractors are required to hold a valid Class A Asbestos Removal Licence when dealing with friable asbestos materials and must comply with all provisions of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020.
  

These measures ensure asbestos removal is performed safely, responsibly, and in full compliance with health and safety regulations—protecting both workers and the public.