Asbestos and other hazardous materials pose serious health risks if not properly managed. At Integrated Environmental, we specialise in the safe identification, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials, ensuring compliance with local and national regulations. Our team of certified professionals works diligently to protect your health and safety while minimising disruption to your home or business.
There are many locations where asbestos containing materials were commonly used. In most cases, an experienced and licenced asbestos assessor will be able to immediately identify if asbestos is present in these locations. Some asbestos fibres will be visible with the naked eye, which helps to easily locate asbestos containing materials.
When asbestos is contained in a bonded form such as in cement sheeting, it presents no health risk. Bonded asbestos only presents a health risk when the material is disturbed and the fibres become airborne. Friable asbestos such as insulation, may pose a health risk regardless of whether or not it is disturbed.
Consultants also hold Asbestos Assessor Licenses to perform asbestos clearances and air monitoring.
Integrated Environmental has vast experience in undertaking all asbestos related work. Staff have completed both friable and non-friable (bonded) consultancy work and are Safe Work NSW licenced asbestos assessors.
Please visit our frequently asked questions page for information on the management of asbestos in NSW.
Concerned about asbestos or hazardous materials in your property? Contact Integrated Environmental today for a professional inspection and ensure your home or business is safe and compliant. Call us at 0448 298 485 or fill out our online form for a free consultation.
The asbestos air monitoring limit is typically set at <0.1 fibres/cubic centimeter of air over an 8-hour period or <0.01 fibres/mL. If levels exceed this limit, work should be halted, SafeWork should be notified, and the cause of the high exposure must be identified and rectified.
Asbestos health monitoring is typically conducted every two years, although frequency may vary based on regulations and individual risk assessments.
Reducing asbestos air pollution involves stopping its production and use, substituting with safer alternatives, and improving removal practices to prevent exposure. Additionally, early diagnosis and treatment of asbestos-related diseases, along with establishing exposure registries, are important steps as well.
Asbestos removal rules vary based on the area size and friability. For areas under 10 sqm non-friable, workers need asbestos awareness training and health monitoring.
For over 10 sqm non-friable, a Class B license is required, along with competent personnel for air monitoring and clearance inspection reports.
Friable asbestos demands a Class A license and a licensed assessor for monitoring and clearance reports before re-occupation.
In Australia, asbestos regulations are overseen by SafeWork NSW. They stipulate that non-friable asbestos removal, regardless of the area size, requires all workers to have asbestos awareness training and health monitoring.
For areas over 10sqm, a Class B license is necessary, along with a competent person for air monitoring and clearance inspection reports before re-occupation. Friable asbestos removal demands a Class A license and a licensed assessor for monitoring and clearance reports before re-occupation.
The guidelines for asbestos exposure include maintaining an LFAI register, a general asbestos register, and a management plan in workplaces where asbestos is present. These precautions are also recommended for homes suspected of containing asbestos.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in construction materials for its fire-resistant properties. When disturbed, asbestos fibers can become airborne and inhaled, leading to serious health issues such as lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma.
The only way to confirm the presence of asbestos is through a professional asbestos inspection. If your property was built before the late 1980s, it’s more likely to contain asbestos materials.
Not always. In some cases, asbestos-containing materials that are in good condition may not pose an immediate risk. However, if the materials are damaged, friable, or if renovation work will disturb them, removal is necessary.
