With years of experience and a team of certified professionals, Rapid Asbestos Removals specialises in comprehensive commercial asbestos removal and disposal services tailored specifically for factories and industrial facilities. We are fully licensed and equipped to handle asbestos removal projects of any scale, adhering to the highest safety standards and regulatory requirements.
In factories, asbestos was commonly used in various building materials and equipment due to its heat resistance and durability. Common areas where asbestos can be found include:
Identifying and managing asbestos in factories is essential to safeguard the health and safety of workers and visitors. Regular inspections and proper asbestos management plan practices are crucial to minimise the risk of exposure.
If asbestos-containing materials are damaged or disturbed during maintenance or renovation activities, it’s imperative to follow appropriate safety protocols for removal and abatement to prevent the release of hazardous asbestos fibres into the air.
Based in Perth, we extend our services across a wide geographical area, covering:
No matter where your factory is located within these regions, Rapid Asbestos Removals is your reliable partner for swift and efficient asbestos remediation.
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Asbestos in factories is most commonly found in older building materials and high-heat areas, especially where the factory was built or refurbished before asbestos was banned in Australia. Common locations include asbestos cement roof sheeting, wall cladding, eaves, ceiling panels, vinyl floor tiles, pipe lagging, boiler insulation, fire doors, plant rooms, switch rooms and service ducts.
Asbestos may also be present in adhesives, gaskets, seals, brake components and older machinery parts. If these materials are damaged, ageing or disturbed during maintenance, renovation or demolition, asbestos factory workers and contractors may be exposed to airborne fibres. The safest first step is to organise asbestos testing before any work begins.
Yes, a factory may need an asbestos register if asbestos or asbestos-containing material has been identified, is assumed to be present, or is likely to be present at times. This is especially relevant for older industrial buildings, warehouses and manufacturing sites where asbestos materials may still be part of the structure.
An asbestos register should list the location, type and condition of known or assumed asbestos in the factory. It should also be supported by an asbestos management plan, which explains how the asbestos will be managed, monitored, labelled and safely handled. This helps protect factory employees, contractors, visitors and trades who may be working near asbestos-containing materials.
In some cases, asbestos can be removed from a factory while parts of the site continue operating, but it depends on the location, condition and type of asbestos. Factory asbestos removal often needs careful planning so work areas can be isolated, access can be controlled, and employees can be kept away from the removal zone.
For larger or higher-risk works, removal may need to be scheduled outside normal operating hours, during a shutdown period, or in stages across different areas of the factory. The priority is always safety. No production deadline is worth risking asbestos exposure, so the removal plan should be based on testing, risk assessment, safe work methods and clearance requirements.
Yes, you need a licensed asbestos removalist for many factory asbestos removal projects, particularly where more than 10 square metres of non-friable asbestos is being removed. A licensed removalist has the training, equipment and systems required to remove asbestos safely and in line with WorkSafe WA requirements.
Factories can be more complex than residential sites because asbestos may be located near machinery, roof spaces, service ducts, loading areas, electrical systems or other trades. Using a licensed asbestos removalist helps reduce the risk of fibre release, site contamination, project delays and compliance issues. It also means the removal process can be properly documented from start to finish.
Yes, a clearance certificate is required after licensed asbestos removal work before the area can be reoccupied or returned to normal use. For factory asbestos removal, this is especially important because employees, contractors and visitors may need to safely access the area soon after the work is complete.
A clearance inspection checks that the asbestos removal area has been properly cleaned and is safe for normal use. For Class B non-friable asbestos removal, the minimum requirement is usually a thorough visual inspection by an independent competent person or licensed asbestos assessor. Air monitoring may also be recommended for larger, more complex or higher-risk factory sites.
The person conducting a business or undertaking, often called the PCBU, is generally responsible for managing asbestos risks in a factory. This may include the business owner, site operator, employer, property manager, facility manager, landlord or another person with management or control of the workplace.
Responsibilities can include identifying asbestos, keeping an asbestos register, preparing an asbestos management plan, warning workers and contractors about asbestos risks, arranging safe removal when required and making sure asbestos is not disturbed during maintenance or renovation work. In practical terms, if you manage or control the factory site, you need to make sure asbestos risks are properly assessed and documented.
Yes, asbestos can sometimes be found in older factory machinery or equipment, particularly where heat resistance, friction control or insulation was needed. This may include gaskets, seals, brake pads, clutch components, furnace linings, boiler insulation, pipe lagging and heat shields.
This is one reason asbestos in factories is not always limited to walls, roofs or flooring. A site may look clear at first glance, while older plant and equipment still contains asbestos-containing parts. If machinery is being dismantled, repaired, upgraded or removed, it is important to check whether asbestos may be present before the work starts. Asbestos testing and professional advice can help prevent accidental exposure to asbestos factory workers, maintenance teams and contractors.
Asbestos is a dangerous material and only the most qualified and experienced people should carry out the work. At Rapid Asbestos Removals, we are committed to getting the job done to the highest possible standard. Talk to us today to find out how we can assist you.
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