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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Raleigh Waste Management Centre
Raleigh, New South Wales
Raleigh Waste Management Centre is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Raleigh, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsGoulburn Waste Management Centre
Goulburn, New South Wales
Goulburn Waste Management Centre is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Goulburn, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsMudgee Waste Facility
Caerleon, New South Wales
Mudgee Waste Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Caerleon, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsCootamundra Waste Depot
Cootamundra, New South Wales
Cootamundra Waste Depot is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Cootamundra, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsJim's Building Inspections Oatley
Lugarno, New South Wales
Jim's Building Inspections Oatley provides expert building inspections, pest inspections, and asbestos inspections for residential and commercial properties in the Oatley area and surrounding suburbs.
View DetailsEngage Environmental Services
Glendale, New South Wales
Environmental consulting services specialising in asbestos remediation, hazardous material surveys, and compliance monitoring for residential, commercial, government and industrial projects across NSW.
View DetailsBlack Diamond Asbestos Removal Newcastle
Boronia Park, New South Wales
Black Diamond Services specialises in the removal of asbestos and other hazardous materials for residential and commercial properties, as well as controlled demolition services. They provide professional asbestos testing, removal, and remediation with a focus on safety and dust suppression.
View DetailsSydney City Asbestos Removal Pty Ltd
Cronulla, New South Wales
Sydney City Asbestos provides safe and efficient asbestos removal and disposal services to commercial and residential properties across Sydney at cost-effective rates.
View DetailsEnviroX Consulting
Rozelle, New South Wales
EnviroX Consulting is an environmental consulting company specialising in asbestos, lead, and contaminated land assessments. They deliver environmental and occupational hygiene services including inspections, air monitoring, testing, and clearance certifications.
View DetailsWest Wyalong Landfill
West Wyalong, New South Wales
West Wyalong Landfill is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in West Wyalong, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsLocal Asbestos Removal
Avoca Beach, New South Wales
Local Asbestos Removal are qualified asbestos removal and disposal specialists providing safe removal, testing, and demolition services for residential, commercial, and industrial properties on the Central Coast.
View DetailsArmidale Waste Management Facility
Armidale, New South Wales
Armidale Waste Management Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Armidale, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
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