![]() ![]() There are a number of different Government agencies that have a role in controlling asbestos in a range of situations. National Health and Medical Research Council.Enviromental Health Directorate (EHD) Contaminated Sites. ![]() ![]() See the WorkSafe WA website for further details. Occupational IssuesĪny issues with the management of asbestos in an occupational environment should be referred to the Department of Commerce (WorkSafe WA) on (08) 9327 8777. Contact Building Services on (08) 9071 0676 or email for further advice. Do I need to get approval before removing asbestos from my house?Īny building, demolition or renovation work will require a permit. Dispose of asbestos material at an approved landfill siteįor further information please see the Shire's Asbestos Disposal Fact Sheet or contact Health Services on (08) 9071 0676.Wear suitable personal protective clothing.Do not use power tools on any asbestos material.Wet the surface of asbestos material down before commencing removal.Read the Asbestos Cement Products in the Home brochure for steps on how to safely remove asbestos material from your home. When working with asbestos materials you must comply with the Health (Asbestos) Regulations 1992. Generally, undisturbed asbestos cement products do not pose a health risk as the fibres are bound together in a solid cement matrix. What are the health effects caused by exposure to asbestos cement products? The majority of people who develop asbestos related diseases have been exposed to relatively large quantities of fibres, often as a result of direct contact with the material during the course of their occupation. The risk of developing an asbestos related disease depends on the quantity of fibres inhaled. Exposure to asbestos fibres can cause the following diseases: In its raw form asbestos is well known to have adverse health effects on humans. What are the health effects caused by exposure to asbestos fibres? The Department of Health has produced a series of publications that can be used to assist in identifying materials that may contain asbestos. If in doubt, and the material was installed prior to around 1987, treat it as though it does contain asbestos. Look in the Yellow Pages under ‘Analysts’ for a NATA accredited laboratory that can confirm the presence of asbestos in a product. Careful visual examination and the use of a microscope is the only way to verify the presence of asbestos. Generally, a person cannot determine whether a material contains asbestos simply by looking at it. How do I know if a material contains asbestos? Exposure to asbestos fibres may cause a number of diseases including asbestosis, mesothelioma, lung cancer or pleural plaque. However, if the material is damaged or disturbed it may release asbestos fibres into the air. When material containing asbestos is left undisturbed it is relatively harmless. Backing material on floor tiles and vinyl flooring.Asbestos is commonly found in materials such as: ![]()
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