Asbestos Removal

Asbestos is a hazardous substance, which presents a potential health risk.

Anyone who intends to remove and dispose of material containing asbestos must comply with the Health (Asbestos) Regulations 1992. Asbestos must be wrapped and sealed in heavy duty polythene plastic which can be purchased from any hardware store. This is to prevent asbestos fibres entering the atmosphere.

The asbestos may be disposed of at any of the approved and gazetted landfill sites listed below, as per the Health (Asbestos) Regulations 1992 (as amended). Another option is to engage the services of a contractor to remove the asbestos for you.

An extensive range of approved asbestos removal contractors can be found in the Yellow Pages under Asbestos Removal. Any person who sells, supplies or uses asbestos cement sheeting commits an offence, unless prior written approval is granted by the Executive Director of Public Health.Further information on hazards, identifying asbestos, legislation and safe work procedures can be obtained from the WorkSafe  website or telephone 9327 8707. Alternatively visit the Department of Health website to find out how to remove asbestos safely.

Removing an asbestos roof and replacing with an approved roofing material requires residents to complete a building permit application.

Building Commission permit application forms and guides can be downloaded from the Building Commission website .

See below for a list of nearby waste facilities that accept asbestos.