Licensing
WorkCover’s licensing system protects removal workers, building occupants and the public by ensuring that contractors have the appropriate skills, training and experience in asbestos removal work to prevent occupational and environmental contamination.
The permit and notification requirements allow monitoring of asbestos removal projects on a job-by-job basis, ensuring compliance with legislation and nationally-agreed work methods.
For enquiries regarding licensing and permits call the Asbestos and Demolition Hotline (02) 8260 5885.
Registration
Plant includes any machinery, equipment or appliance. Plant registration applies to certain plant that has a higher level of risk of harm associated with its operation, use or maintenance. The Plant Registration (Lifts, Amusement Devices, Plant) Hotline is (02) 4321 5498.
Notification
In addition to the requirements to hold licenses for asbestos and demolition, you must also notify WorkCover whenever you intend to commence certain asbestos or demolition work.