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New employees must undergo essential asbestos safety training. This training instills awareness and competence in handling the risks of asbestos exposure.

PPE is a vital shield when handling asbestos. Each piece of protective equipment plays a critical role in managing exposure risks on site.

Breaking the stigma surrounding asbestos has become imperative in recent years due to its proven health hazards.

Asbestos in buildings poses serious health risks including mesothelioma and lung disease. Learn how to identify and manage this hazardous material.

If you are exposed to asbestos, it is important that you take steps to not only protect yourself, but avoid risking the health of others as well.

Learn the health risks of asbestos exposure, including mesothelioma and asbestosis, how exposure happens, and why proper management prevents harm.

Friable asbestos crumbles easily and releases fibres. Non-friable is bonded into solid materials. Learn how this distinction affects risk and removal.

Hazardous building materials from past construction projects still linger, presenting ongoing safety challenges for modern builders and renovators.

Asbestos was a popular building material in the 20th century due to its heat resistance. If you’re in a building that was constructed prior to 1990...

A location-by-location guide to where asbestos-containing materials are most likely found in commercial and industrial buildings built before 2000.

A guide to the most common asbestos-containing materials found in Australian and New Zealand buildings, including typical uses and dates of manufacture.

Understanding how asbestos was used in Australian commercial buildings in the past is crucial for a few important reasons.