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?
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LMS Demo Group
South Wentworthville, New South Wales
Demolition, asbestos removal and excavation contractor in Sydney Metro with over 20 years of experience in demolition, excavation and asbestos removal services.
View DetailsJim's Building Inspections Dee Why
Orchard Hills, New South Wales
Jim's Building Inspections provides expert building inspection and assessment services across multiple Australian states, with specialised expertise in residential and commercial inspections, asbestos assessments, pool inspections, and various specialist reports.
View DetailsAE ASBESTOS & DEMOLITION
Lakemba, New South Wales
AE Asbestos & Demolition is a trusted provider of safe and reliable asbestos removal, demolition, and excavation services with a dedicated team of certified professionals committed to health, safety, and client satisfaction.
View DetailsAAAGS Demolition & Excavation
Boronia Park, New South Wales
AAAGS Demolition is a family-owned and operated demolition and excavation contractor on the Central Coast with over 35 years of industry experience, offering comprehensive demolition, asbestos removal, and excavation services.
View DetailsEast Coast Demo | Partial Demolition Sydney
Rydalmere, New South Wales
East Coast Demo is one of Sydney's most trusted demolition and asbestos removal companies delivering safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible demolition solutions including partial demolitions, full demolitions, asbestos removal, stripouts, concrete removal, and excavation services.
View DetailsJim's Building Inspections Croydon Park
Ashfield, New South Wales
Jim's Building Inspections Croydon Park provides expert building inspection and assessment services in the Croydon Park area and surrounding suburbs. The business offers residential and commercial inspections, asbestos assessments, and various specialist property reports.
View DetailsJim's Building Inspections Wetherill Park
Arndell Park, New South Wales
Jim's Building Inspections Wetherill Park provides expert building inspection and assessment services for residential and commercial properties. They specialise in building and pest inspections, asbestos inspections, structural assessments, and related property inspection services.
View DetailsAsbestos removal solutions pty Ltd
Croydon, New South Wales
Asbestos Removal Solutions is a family-owned and operated company specialising in professional asbestos removal, home demolition, and excavation services in Sydney with over 15 years of industry experience.
View DetailsRPF DEMOLITION
Carrington, New South Wales
RPF Demolition is a leading demolition, friable asbestos removal, and excavation company based in Newcastle, NSW, offering specialist services Australia-wide for insurance, commercial, and domestic projects.
View DetailsBoss Strip Out & Rubbish Removal
Ashcroft, New South Wales
Boss Strip Out & Rubbish Removal provides rubbish removal, strip out services, and bathroom demolition including same-day service in Sydney and surrounding suburbs.
View DetailsBrisbane City Demolition
Tweed Heads, New South Wales
Brisbane City Demolition is a trusted demolition contractor with 15 years of experience providing safe, efficient, and innovative demolition services throughout Brisbane, Gold Coast, and South East Queensland, specialising in house and industrial demolition.
View DetailsSafe Strip - Asbestos Removal and Demolition Services
Rydalmere, New South Wales
Safe Strip provides professional strip-outs, detailed demolition, and asbestos removal services for residential and commercial projects in Sydney with full compliance to NSW regulations.
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