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• Asbestos
  • What is asbestos?
  • What are the possible health effects of asbestos?
  • Is it dangerous?
  • The two types of materials containing asbestos
  • Do I have material containing asbestos in my house
  • Where could I find materials containing asbestos?
  • Some common questions answered
• For Home Renovators
  • Things you need to know before every job
  • Working safely with asbestos
  • Disposing of asbestos waste
  • New Asbestos Laws
• For Local Governments
• For Workplaces and Businesses

For home renovators

This section provides you with information about how to legally and safely work with asbestos from your home.

While the chance of inhaling asbestos fibres increases when renovating, the risk to your health is very low if you take the necessary safety precautions.

Look after your health and the health of your family and neighbours by making sure you follow the law and our safety tips whenever you work with asbestos.

Asbestos cement sheeting used on an exterior wall. (Image courtesy of Dept of Human Services, Victoria)

Remember, before starting a DIY job with asbestos consider:

• If it is in good condition (eg. undamaged), can you leave it alone?
• Do you know the alternatives to removing the material containing asbestos (eg. painting or sealing, covering with a non-asbestos product)?
• Can you comply with the laws and safe procedures for working with asbestos?
• Should you use a licensed asbestos removalist?

 

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