Reliable Asbestos Registers For Workplace Safety

Managing asbestos risks is integral in maintaining a safe, compliant workplace, especially in buildings constructed before 2003.

EnviroScience Solutions provides asbestos registers designed to ensure safety, compliance, and peace of mind. Our tailored approach delivers accurate and detailed documentation, helping businesses meet Australian standards while protecting workers, contractors, and the environment.

What are Asbestos Registers?

If your workplace operates in a building where asbestos might exist, but its presence is unknown, then an asbestos register is necessary. It is a document recording the location, condition, and type of any asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or presumed ACM found during inspections, ensuring that anyone working in or on the building knows how to safely manage these materials.

An asbestos register should include:

• The date asbestos or ACM was identified.
• The type of asbestos and whether it is friable or non-friable.
• The condition of the material at the time of inspection.
• A detailed location map or notes highlighting where the asbestos is.
• Observations on areas that couldn’t be inspected but may contain asbestos.

The asbestos registers must be regularly reviewed and updated by a qualified professional at least every five years to remain compliant with Australian regulations.

Why Do You Need an Asbestos Register?

Do you know if your workplace is safe from asbestos risks? A well-maintained asbestos register is more than just a legal requirement—it’s a practical safeguard as it offers:

• Compliance: Australian workplace laws demand that all relevant properties have an updated asbestos register.
• Worker Safety: It ensures that employees and contractors can take the necessary precau-tions when working around asbestos.
• Risk Management: A detailed register helps prevent accidental exposure, protecting both health and reputation.
• Future Planning: Knowing the type, location, and condition of ACM lets you plan for repairs, maintenance, or removal.

The Importance of On-Site Accessibility

Your asbestos register must be easily accessible on-site as a requirement, ensuring anyone working on or around the property, from contractors to employees, can reference the document when needed. It provides vital information about handling asbestos materials safely, reducing the risk of exposure.

Keeping your asbestos register on-site also makes it easier to update after inspections or changes, such as asbestos removal or material degradation.

What Makes Our Asbestos Registers Stand Out?

At EnviroScience Solutions, we create asbestos registers that go beyond the basics. Our reports follow the Code of Practice on How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace while offering additional insights tailored to your needs.

Here’s what we include in every register:

• A full list of identified ACM types.
• Photos of the asbestos material in its current setting.
• A site map detailing precise ACM locations (available on request).
• An assessment of whether the asbestos is friable or non-friable.
• A condition report for the material.
• Recommendations for managing or removing ACM based on its condition.
• Future reinspection dates to keep you compliant.
• Laboratory test results certified by our in-house NATA-accredited facility, so priorities for our clients can be made.

We also quantify the amount of ACM present and assign a risk rating, giving you a clear understanding of the materials’ impact and urgency for action.

Can We Customise the Register to Meet Specific Needs?

Every building is different, and our experts understand that standard templates don’t always cover every scenario. As such, we offer tailored options to include:

Biological Hazards: Highlighting any additional risks present on-site.
Slip or Trip Hazards: Identifying potential safety issues unrelated to asbestos.
Access Challenges: Noting areas that are difficult to inspect or maintain.
PCB and LCP Identification: Mapping the location of polychlorinated biphenyls and lead-con-taining paint, if applicable.

By customising our asbestos registers, we make them as detailed and practical as possible, giving you the confidence to manage your workplace safely and efficiently.