All companies and individuals conducting asbestos removal or consulting must hold an appropriate license. Information on applying for one can be found on the application pages. Commissioning Class A asbestos removal works require the PCBU to hire an independent licensed asbestos assessor to conduct air (exposure, control and clearance) monitoring throughout the works. Costs Price for licensed asbestos removalists Adelaide varies based on the size and condition of the contaminated area, type and location of asbestos-containing material (ACM). When working in hard-to-reach areas with tight spaces or hard-to-reach spots, costs tend to increase as working becomes more challenging and puts workers at greater risk. Contractors may have to use additional negative airflow fans to maintain cleaner air for worker health protection. Asbestos removal costs vary significantly based on the complexity of a job. Before commencing any asbestos removal work, it’s a good idea to have an asbestos survey to determine which materials and areas require testing; this will also help determine whether to remove or encapsulate asbestos. Any survey must be performed by a certified asbestos professional so results are reliable. Asbestos abatement contractors must use specialised equipment and materials to safely remove asbestos, including safety gear, decontamination enclosure, negative airflow fan and negative airflow system. Furthermore, they must turn off the heating, ventilation air conditioning system as well as create a protective barrier to stop airborne asbestos particles from spreading further; in some instances, they must wet down contaminated areas to reduce dispersion, after which seal their work area properly before setting up waste containers and scheduling pickup ensuring safe disposal.     Certifications When performing asbestos work, a valid certificate to show you have completed an accredited training course is essential. Various online and offline options are available, with certification exams taking place once each course has been finished and passed successfully. Once this step has been taken and passed successfully, apply for the relevant licenses in your region to perform asbestos abatement work. As licensed asbestos removalists Adelaide must offer full PPE, safety training, and health checks for all workers, this ensures their full protection from asbestos exposure. A license to do asbestos work could be revoked for failing to abide by licensing regulations, which could incur substantial fines. Safety measures Asbestos removal can be extremely hazardous and must only be conducted by certified and trained professionals. When not handled correctly, asbestos fibres can release into the air, potentially leading to inhalation and ingestion that could potentially cause health conditions such as mesothelioma and lung cancer in those exposed. Furthermore, mishandling asbestos poses a threat to nearby residents or workers and is hazardous; to protect everyone involved with the process, regulations must be observed to ensure everyone involved remains safe during its removal process. Before beginning work on asbestos removal projects, contractors must secure the work area by closing off air conditioning and heating systems to prevent fibres from spreading throughout a structure. They should post warning signs of contamination in the area while only permitting access for authorised personnel. In addition, negative air pressure units with HEPA filters must be used for decontamination, enclosing asbestos fibres within their confines. Licensed asbestos removalists must use a hand sprayer to moisten asbestos material before extracting it to minimise the release of fibres into the air and should take great care not to fragment removed material into pieces that might release fibres into the atmosphere. After removal, waste should be double-bagged into 6-millimetre plastic bags before placing them into an airtight, sealed container that meets regulatory criteria for accepting friable asbestos waste. Afterwards, this container must be transported directly to a landfill approved for accepting such waste. Job scope An asbestos removalist’s job scope encompasses every stage of asbestos removal, from abatement work and site management to developing an asbestos collection and disposal plan that adheres to Work Health and Safety Act 2011 requirements. They must possess training and certification as required for performing this work – these credentials include possessing both Class B removal licenses as well as nominated supervisors and certified asbestos assessors who must sign off before starting to remove asbestos from properties.