The use of asbestos in construction and other similar activities has been banned in Australia, because of which many new houses does not feature the fiber. Nevertheless, ancient buildings and residential units still have to deal with the threat of asbestos impacting their health. Once the toxin has been removed, the process of its disposal begins. Asbestos disposal in Perth are in line with the Environmental Protection (Controlled Waste) Regulations 2004 that determine the prohibitions and exact method of disposal to ensure that it does not damage or affect the environment in any way.
There are specific landfills in Western Australia that are licensed to dispose of asbestos as it is not a recyclable material and must be taken care of as a separate entity altogether. There are also regulations regarding the post-disposal phase; the use of high-pressure equipment to clean materials that contain asbestos is prohibited – whatever gears have been used to transport the asbestos or keep it must be sterilized effectively. It is also a legal offence to sell, buy, or supply second-hand asbestos cement sheeting as the use of asbestos has been made illegal in Australia for its dangerous nature. The contractors in charge of the disposal must keep the asbestos separate from all other waste, it must be double wrapped in industrial thick black plastic and securely taped and must be clearly labelled and marked ‘Caution Asbestos’ in no less than fifty millimeters high.
PRC Building Services and Perth Roofing Company are examples of experts that have been removing asbestos safely and compliantly through proper training and technique. EOSH, provider of health, hygiene, and environment consultants, conducts reviews of appointed contractors to ensure that work is conducted in accordance with the agreed and legalized methodologies and with Codes of Practice. Asbestos waste is required to be transported and disposed of in accordance with state and territory legislative requirements and guidelines. A license to carry and dispose of the asbestos materials is required in some territories. The guidelines surrounding asbestos disposal in Perth are strict and vigilant. The city follows assigned Asbestos Disposal Days where the toxin is carefully and properly disposed off to remove all potential threats it may impose as a toxic material.