Occupational Hygienists in Tasmania, Australia

Professionals specialising in airborne contaminant monitoring and exposure assessment.

In Tasmania, exposure to airborne asbestos at work is regulated by WorkSafe Tasmania. The exposure standard is 0.1 fibres/mL of air in the breathing zone, averaged over an eight-hour working day, and must not be exceeded.

Air monitoring during Class A asbestos removal, clearance inspections and clearance certificates for Class A work may only be carried out by a licensed asbestos assessor.

Asbestos assessors in Tasmania need a licence from WorkSafe Tasmania, the same regulator that licenses Class A and Class B removalists.

Asbestos has been banned across Australia since 31 December 2003, so buildings in Tasmania built or renovated before then may still contain it.

When comparing hygienists, ask whether they hold an asbestos assessor licence and which laboratory analyses their samples.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is air monitoring required during asbestos removal in Tasmania?

Air monitoring is required for Class A (friable) asbestos removal in Tasmania and across Australia, and is recommended for other higher-risk work. An occupational hygienist carries out control monitoring during the job and clearance monitoring afterwards to confirm fibre levels are below the exposure standard of 0.1 fibres per millilitre before an area is reoccupied. WorkSafe Tasmania sets out the monitoring obligations.

What qualifications should an occupational hygienist hold in Tasmania?

Look for membership of the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists (AIOH) and a laboratory accredited for the fibre-counting method they use. On Class A work in Tasmania, clearance inspections and air monitoring must be carried out by a suitably licensed or competent person who is independent of the removalist.

What does an occupational hygienist do in asbestos work?

Their main job is measuring airborne asbestos fibre levels to make sure workers and nearby occupants are not being exposed beyond safe limits. The workplace exposure standard in both Australia and New Zealand is 0.1 fibres per millilitre of air, averaged over eight hours. A hygienist will run air monitoring before, during, and after removal work, then issue a clearance certificate once the area is safe to reoccupy. They also review the removalist's control measures and advise on safe work procedures.

When is air monitoring required during asbestos removal?

It is mandatory for all friable (Class A) removal in Australia and for all licensed removal work in New Zealand. For non-friable (Class B) work in Australia, it is required when a risk assessment suggests fibre levels could exceed the exposure standard. You also need monitoring before an enclosure is pulled down and before a clearance certificate can be signed off. The person doing the monitoring must be competent in the methods, which usually means a qualified hygienist using NATA-accredited (Australia) or IANZ-accredited (New Zealand) procedures.

What qualifications should an occupational hygienist hold?

In Australia, look for membership of the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists (AIOH). Full members have a relevant degree and demonstrated competence. Many also hold Certified Occupational Hygienist (COH) status through the AIOH certification scheme. In New Zealand, the NZ Occupational Hygiene Society (NZOHS) keeps a similar register. For asbestos air monitoring specifically, the hygienist or their lab should hold NATA accreditation (Australia) or IANZ accreditation (New Zealand) for the fibre counting methods they use.

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IPM Consulting Services

New Town, Tasmania

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IPM Consulting Services is a leading Australian risk management consultancy specialising in Work Health and Safety, Asbestos, and Occupational Hygiene with over 20 years of operating experience.

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JTA Health, Safety & Noise

Elwood, Victoria

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JTA Health, Safety & Noise is one of Australia's leading independent workplace consultancies providing occupational health, safety, and noise compliance solutions through scientific expertise and practical experience.

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Asbestos Testing and Sampling Pty Ltd

Prospect, Tasmania

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ATS Labouratories is an Australian owned and operated asbestos testing and analysis company providing NATA accredited asbestos identification, air monitoring, workplace inspections, and occupational hygiene services across Australia.

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HSR Consulting Pty Ltd (SGC Safety)

Huntingfield, Tasmania

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HSR Consulting Pty Ltd is an Australian-based NATA accredited organisation specialising in high-quality, tailored safety services including health and safety consulting, asbestos identification, workplace safety training, product sales, equipment servicing and specialist hygiene services across Australasia.

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Tasmanian Occupational and Environmental Medicine

Cornelian Bay, Tasmania

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Tasmanian Occupational and Environmental Medicine is an occupational hygiene service located in Cornelian Bay, Tasmania, specialising in asbestos and environmental health assessments. The practice provides expert evaluation and management of workplace hazards to support occupational health and safety compliance.

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