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
Who needs a licence to remove asbestos in New South Wales?
Where can I dispose of household asbestos in New South Wales?
How do I get a suspected asbestos sample tested in New South Wales?
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Sydney Asbestos Away Services
Kooragang, New South Wales
Australia's leading asbestos removal, demolition, and site stripout specialist offering professional, licensed, and compliant services across the country. They provide comprehensive solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial properties with 24/7 emergency response.
View DetailsTNT Demolition Group Pty Ltd
Guildford, New South Wales
TNT Demolition Sydney is an expert in residential and commercial demolition, asbestos removal, excavation, and interior strip-outs across the Sydney area. With over 20 years of experience, they provide safe, affordable, and reliable demolition services.
View DetailsJim's Building Inspections Lidcombe & Castle Hill
Rydalmere, New South Wales
Jim's Building Inspections provides expert building inspection and assessment services including pre-purchase inspections, asbestos inspections, pest inspections, and specialist reports across residential, commercial, and government properties.
View DetailsNational Safety Services
Mayfield East, New South Wales
National Safety Services is The Hunter Region's leading health and safety training experts, providing nationally accredited occupational health and safety training, consulting, and compliance services.
View DetailsXtreme Demolition
Bateau Bay, New South Wales
Xtreme Demolition is a family-owned and operated business providing demolition, asbestos removal, and land clearing services for residential and commercial properties on the Central Coast and Hunter regions.
View DetailsGS demolition works
Guildford, New South Wales
GS Demolition Works is an asbestos removal specialist based in Guildford, NSW. The company provides professional asbestos abatement and environmental services to safely remove hazardous materials from residential and commercial properties. GS Demolition Works maintains strict compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
View DetailsGreencap Safety & Risk Management Sydney
Macquarie Park, New South Wales
Greencap Safety & Risk Management is an asbestos consultancy firm based in Macquarie Park, NSW. The company specialises in asbestos assessment, management, and environmental risk mitigation services for businesses across Sydney. Their expert consultants help organizations identify, assess, and safely manage asbestos-related hazards in compliance with Australian regulations.
View DetailsPREMIUM STRIP OUT PTY LTD
Abbotsford, New South Wales
Premium Stripout is Sydney's leading demolition and strip-out company with over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial demolition, asbestos removal, civil works, and polished concrete finishing.
View DetailsSydney Safety
Villawood, New South Wales
Sydney Safety Training conducts working at height safety and confined space training courses at their Villawood training centre, with options for onsite training at client premises.
View DetailsEBH Environmental Group
Wyong, New South Wales
EBH Environmental Group is an asbestos removal specialist located in Wyong, NSW. The company provides professional asbestos abatement and environmental services to residential and commercial clients across the region, helping property owners safely manage and eliminate asbestos-containing materials from their buildings.
View DetailsChomp Excavation & Demolition
Carlton, New South Wales
Family-owned excavation and demolition company based in Sydney with over 25 years of experience providing demolition, excavation, earthworks, and asbestos removal services for residential and commercial projects.
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