The City of Nedlands Environmental Health team regularly receives enquiries from residents about managing asbestos in their homes. Properties built before 1988 are at higher risk of containing asbestos, as it was commonly used in construction and fencing materials during that period.
Because of the risks to both personal and community health, it is essential that residents understand the correct procedures for handling and disposing of asbestos. Most exposure typically occurs during home renovations or demolition activities.
Any person handling and disposing of asbestos is required to comply with requirements of the Health (Asbestos) Regulations 1992. Businesses contracted to remove greater than 10 square metres of asbestos must hold a valid Asbestos Removal Licence. To find out who is licensed please refer to the following link WorkSafe licence and registration search | Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (commerce.wa.gov.au).
Please visit the Department of Health website for detailed information about asbestos containing material and its removal.
If you would like to report an asbestos issue, please complete the below enquiry form.
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Further information can also be obtained from the following sites:
Know asbestosAsbestos - A Guide for Householders and Home RenovatorsWA Department of HealthModel Code of Practice how to Safely Remove Asbestos (safeworkaustralia.gov.au)WorkSafeAustralian Asbestos NetworkHealth (Asbestos) Regulations 1992