Why Asbestos Inspections Are Crucial
Asbestos inspections are essential for ensuring safety and compliance.
They are generally needed before you start any renovation or maintenance work. This is because homes built in Australia before 1990 are likely to have asbestos. Australia banned asbestos entirely on 31 December 2003 due to its health risks.
The following provides the details and what to expect from an asbestos inspection.
Residential Asbestos Assessment
If you arrange an asbestos inspection for a house, you must do a survey. This will identify asbestos in the property. The process provides information on asbestos, covers its condition, and advises on managing or removing it.
A team inspects a building to find asbestos. They do this during an asbestos inspection. We carefully examine parts of a structure. These include electrical boards, meter boxes, insulation, lagging, flooring, ceiling tiles, roofing materials, and spray-on products like vermiculite, glue, and sealants. We also look at swimming pools, soils, drainage and communication pits, and other possible sources of asbestos.
A NATA (National Association of Testing Authorities) approved laboratory conducts testing for asbestos to achieve the highest standard results.
The inspection assesses the risk of asbestos exposure and develops strategies for safely managing or removing the asbestos materials.
After the inspection, we compile the findings into an asbestos report, which includes detailed information about the location, class, and condition of any identified asbestos-containing materials. You will also receive recommendations on how to manage or reduce asbestos risk.
Commercial Buildings
In commercial buildings, specific regulations govern asbestos management and handling.
We require an accurate and up-to-date asbestos register with detailed risk assessments. This register is crucial for building owners, occupants, tradespeople, and other stakeholders. It serves as a roadmap for making informed decisions about asbestos abatement, ensuring compliance with regulations, and protecting the health and safety of individuals in the affected environment.
So, too, is an asbestos management plan, which details how to manage asbestos risks within commercial properties.
We can update the asbestos register as needed. If the condition changes or if someone disturbs or removes the A.C.M.s.
AOHS provides asbestos sampling, a detailed asbestos management plan, and an asbestos clearance certificate, so don’t hesitate to contact us today for a free quote.