The rise in home renovation television shows has moved lawyers related to the infamous James Hardie cases to warn would-be renovators about the risks of undertaking DIY jobs themselves. Both
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SafeWork NSW Position Paper: cladding over asbestos-containing materials
This position paper relates to a trend in the residential sector where asbestos cement sheeting is clad with new, non-asbestos products. This practice causes considerable damage to the asbestos-containing material
Asbestos exposure confirmed at Latrobe Valley power station
Two workers at Latrobe Valley power station, Jeeralong, have been confirmed as being exposed to asbestos while undertaking maintenance work at the plant. This is the second incident of asbestos
Pressure cleaning asbestos roof leads to fine
A Queensland Magistrate’s decision to fine a cleaning company has again highlighted the dangers af asbestos roofs and the importance of following the industry codes of practice. A childcare centre
Silicosis action plan implemented by QLD Government
The Queensland Palaszczuk Government has announced better workplace health and safety protections for workers under changes to the Public Health Act 2005 and Public Health Regulation 2018. Dr Anthony Lynham, Minister
