Asbestos Businesses in New South Wales, Australia
Asbestos in New South Wales is regulated under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and the WHS Regulation 2017. SafeWork NSW handles licensing, inspections, and enforcement. NSW adopted the national model WHS laws, so its framework lines up closely with most other states.
Homeowners and unlicensed workers can remove up to 10 square metres of non-friable asbestos from residential properties, as long as safe work procedures are followed. NSW also runs a dedicated government portal at asbestos.nsw.gov.au aimed at residents, landlords, and renovators. The SafeWork NSW Codes of Practice on managing and removing asbestos carry legal weight under the WHS Regulation.
At the national level, the Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) coordinates the Asbestos National Strategic Plan 2024-2030, which focuses on safely removing an estimated six million tonnes of ageing asbestos from buildings across the country. While states still have their own rules and regulators, the trend is toward national consistency through ASSEA, and NSW's regulatory settings already align with this direction.
Licensing
NSW has two licence tiers. A Class A licence covers friable (crumbly) asbestos removal and also allows Class B work. A Class B licence is needed for removing more than 10 square metres of non-friable (bonded) asbestos like fibro sheeting. Applicants need approved training through a SafeWork NSW-recognised RTO. Class A applicants must also show experience on at least three supervised removal jobs. There is a separate Asbestos Assessor licence for people who do air monitoring and clearance inspections on Class A work.
Regulators
Legislation & Codes of Practice
Asbestos disposal: There are 87 licensed waste disposal facilities in this region.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Four Seasons Asbestos Solutions Pty Ltd
Claremont Meadows, New South Wales
Four Seasons Asbestos Solutions is a certified asbestos removal company providing licensed and insured professional services for safe handling, removal, and disposal of asbestos materials in accordance with NSW occupational health and safety legislation.
View DetailsSaunders Safety and Training
Kirrawee, New South Wales
Saunders Safety & Training provides National WHS and training services across all industries, helping businesses protect their employees and achieve better safety outcomes.
View DetailsAsbestos Plus
Frenchs Forest, New South Wales
Asbestos Plus is the Inner West's most trusted asbestos removal and demolition company based in Drummoyne, Sydney, offering asbestos treatment, removal, inspections, and related demolition services.
View DetailsBermagui Recycling & Waste Depot
Bermagui, New South Wales
Bermagui Recycling & Waste Depot is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Bermagui, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsJunee Waste Landfill Facility
Junee, New South Wales
Junee Waste Landfill Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Junee, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsAztech Services Sydney
Revesby, New South Wales
Australia's leading asbestos removal contractors and hazardous materials remediation specialists, offering comprehensive services including asbestos removal, contaminated soil remediation, mould removal, and other hazardous material services across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
View DetailsAsbestos Safety and Eradication Agency
Surry Hills, New South Wales
The Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) is a commonwealth non-corporate agency that provides information, guidance, and resources on asbestos and silica safety, identification, removal, and management across Australia.
View DetailsVictoria Street Transfer Station & Material Recovery Facility
Young, New South Wales
Victoria Street Transfer Station & Material Recovery Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Young, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsBroken Hill Waste Management Facility
Broken Hill, New South Wales
Broken Hill Waste Management Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Broken Hill, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsUlladulla Recycling & Waste Depot
Ulladulla, New South Wales
Ulladulla Recycling & Waste Depot is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Ulladulla, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsSingleton Waste Management Facility
Singleton, New South Wales
Singleton Waste Management Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Singleton, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsSibanda Consulting
Cringila, New South Wales
Sibanda Consulting is a leading provider of hazardous materials testing and consulting services, helping organizations maintain safe environments and comply with regulatory requirements.
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