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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Aberdeen Resource Recovery Centre
Aberdeen, New South Wales
Aberdeen Resource Recovery Centre is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Aberdeen, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsEnviromanage Systems Pty Ltd
Abbotsbury, New South Wales
EMS specialises in transforming contaminated land into clean, compliant, and development-ready sites through comprehensive land remediation, demolition, and waste management services.
View DetailsBathurst Waste Management Centre
South Bathurst, New South Wales
Bathurst Waste Management Centre is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in South Bathurst, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsRyno's Asbestos Removal
Macquarie Hills, New South Wales
Ryno's provides comprehensive asbestos removal, demolition, and environmental remediation services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients across Newcastle and the Hunter Region.
View DetailsWalcha Waste Depot
Walcha, New South Wales
Asbestos disposal at Walcha Waste Depot, Walcha NSW 2345: a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility. Phone (02) 6774 2500 to confirm asbestos acceptance, wrapping rules and fees before you go. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsHTS Group
Thornton, New South Wales
HTS Group provides asbestos removal, demolition, civil works, site maintenance, and restoration services across NSW and Australia. They offer complete site solutions including asbestos identification, testing, removal, and hazardous materials management.
View DetailsWatson Demolition Newcastle
Mosman, New South Wales
Watson Demolition Newcastle is a family-owned demolition and excavation contractor specialising in house, commercial, and industrial demolition services with over 30 years of experience. They offer asbestos removal, site clearing, excavation, and earthmoving services across Newcastle and NSW.
View DetailsEastern Creek Ecology Park
Eastern Creek, New South Wales
Eastern Creek Ecology Park is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Eastern Creek, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsBatemans Bay Asbestos Removal
Moruya, New South Wales
Ozbestos is a locally owned family business providing asbestos removal and remediation services with over 30 years of experience, operating since 2007. They hold Class A and Class B licenses and service residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Canberra and the South Coast region.
View DetailsAlbury Waste Management Centre
Lavington, New South Wales
Albury Waste Management Centre is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Lavington, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsBlayney Waste Facility
Blayney, New South Wales
Blayney Waste Facility is a licensed asbestos waste disposal facility in Blayney, NSW. Source: Asbestos and Silica Safety and Eradication Agency (ASSEA) national disposal facility directory.
View DetailsEnvirotecSafe
Botany, New South Wales
EnvirotecSafe provides comprehensive asbestos testing, assessment, and consulting services including clearance certificates and air monitoring throughout Sydney, Newcastle, and Wollongong regions.
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