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We tend to think of Asbestos being in old run down houses that have peeling paint and broken spouting and rusty roofs, but Asbestos can be found on 

• ceilings
• walls
• flooring
• spouting
• roofs
• old tanks
• fences

The list is larger than that too, so if in doubt do Ring for an Appointment to have one of our Consultants check it out for you. 

WorksafeNZ have a great information page, go to the Find out More link below.  

https://worksafe.govt.nz/topic-and-industry/asbestos/information-for-homeowners/

For Residential and Commercial Properties options are similar, except if you are Residential Owners then you are able to renovate yourself, but if you have any contractors on your site then you must adhere to the protocols that come into play for Commercial Property owners or Business owners.  PCBU ~ A PCBU means a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking, -  then an Asbestos Management Plan must be in place for the said property. This must be reviewed by the PCBU on a yearly basis and redone every five years.  See Management Plan tab below for more information.

If you’re renovating or demolishing a building that contains asbestos, you need to ensure that asbestos removal is performed competently, and in accordance with health and safety requirements.
It’s not just a legal requirement; it will keep your staff and contractors safe. All jobs over 10m2 are listed with WorkSafe NZ, and upon completion of the Asbestos Removal and clean up process a Completion Certificate is issued by a third-party professional which is then also registered with Worksafe NZ.  Jobs under 10m2 are not required to be listed with WorksafeNZ, but can be if you desire at an extra cost as reports and Completion Certificates need to be issued.

Our Professional Consultant Team assess all tenders for Asbestos Removal jobs where we provide an accurate and fair quote based on the best practice methodology analysis. We make sure we factor in all contingencies so we can provide an accurate quote that doesn’t cut any corners or give you any unwarranted surprises. Our Team are specifically trained for Asbestos Removal inspections, and even though Asbestos can sometimes be detected visually, it is not always, so it is tested upon your authority to do so.  A small sample the size of a 20c piece is taken (and patched) and sent to the lab where its tested.  At this stage our timing is approx 3-5 days, but in the next quarter of 2019 we will have quicker turn around time, where we will be able to offer within 24 hours the results.

The Teams we have partnered with adhere strictly to Health & Safety Regulations around  the correct PPE safety gear, the set up of decontamination units and all safety protocols necessary to protect the building, your family, your staff and the environment.  We are very strict about this and who we work with and we audit their work regularly to make sure they are upholding the correct protocol and procedures.

Our Name is Paramount so You can count on us to fulfill all the correct removal protocols to ensure the highest standards of health and safety at all times so you can meet your duty of care in complete confidence.

We will come to you to discuss your concerns over possibilities of Asbestos being in your place.  

• We give No-Obligation ~ Free Quotes
• We have partnered with industry leaders in Asbestos Removal, Laboratory, Air Compliance/Testing where we work only with "A" Teams as our Name is on-the-line
• Full Compliance/Clearance Certificates 
• Asbestos Removal under 10 m2 a specialty.
• NO Job is too small or big, what is important for you is important to us

We offer a fix price for our removal services so you can be assured there will be no unexpected budget surprises.

WE TAKE ALL THE CONCERNS AND HASSLES AWAY.

If you are doing work that requires permits, there’s a good chance the works will require a demolition or refurbishment survey to search for asbestos. Your contractor has a legislated requirement to ensure asbestos is identified and removed before any work that may disturb the asbestos begins in your home. This is to protect you and your family.

Your contractor should require a demolition or refurbishment survey before they commence work. This needs to be undertaken by licenced personal.  This is a simple survey which may need to take parts of the building, which should be approx the size of a 20c piece, which will be fixed at the time. The samples will be limited to the area of work.  If asbestos is identified, it must be removed before refurbishment work can continue. If it is under 10 m2 then your contractor may be able to remove it, if all Health & Safety protocols are adhered to, but it is best to call in the specialist Asbestos Removal Teams.   If the area of removal work is greater than 10 m2  it must be done by a licenced removal company. A licenced company has the skills and training to keep your family safe. Once the removal work is done, you will receive a clearance certificate that verifies the area is safe. Your contractor must ensure this is carried out by an independent third party. Do not re-occupy the area where asbestos was removed if you have not been given a certificate, without a certificate, as this is your peac

If you are completing DIY work at home, there is no requirement or regulations in NZ to do a Survey to assess if there is any Asbestos on your property, prior to any renovations and you can carry out your project.  However you could expose you and your family to airborne asbestos fibres. 

However if you have any contractors onsite and there is any possiblity of Asbestos then you must get a Survey/Test done before any demolition work is undertaken

The regulations in NZ only apply if you are a PCBU, (a Person Conducting Business or Undertaking) e.g. a business owner, commercial property owner of Rental Property owner. 

Our advice is to have a competent person check what you’re working on and if necessary get a sample analysed before you start work.  We can  do all of this for you to give you Peace of Mind moving forward with your projects.

Why you should do an Asbestos Survey ~ If you are doing any renovation work that requires demolition work and you have contractors onto your site, theres a good chance that you need to do a survey and tests to search for asbestos. Your contractor has a legislated requirement to ensure asbestos is identified and removed before any work that may disturb the asbestos begins in your home. 

• This is to protect you and your family, and your property from asbestos
• Comply with asbestos regulation
• Understand the risks if your building has asbestos
• A benchmark to plan and manage asbestos

What is required for Business Owners by law? ~ A management plan of your commercial building is now a requirement by law. The best way to start your management plan is with a tailored Asbestos survey of your building.

Under the HSWA (Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016), Persons Controlling Businesses or Undertakings (PCBUs) are required to have in place an asbestos management plan.

This plan identifies how asbestos containing materials (ACM) will be managed to ensure that anyone who accesses their property stays safe.

A PCBU who does not follow HSWA regulations, could be liable with significant fines – up to $50,000 – and/or conviction.

As of April 2018 it became mandatory for a PCBU to ensure there is an:

• Have an Asbestos Register for the workplace
• Have an Asbestos Management Plan (to locate the extent and assess the condition of, as far as is practicable, any suspected asbestos containing material (ACM) in a building)

Every Business and Property has its own unique requirements thats why its important to get specialist advice from the start to ensure you have the right approach for your asbestos requiremnts that meet all your legal obligations.  We can survey to identify asbestos in your building, give a clearance certificate for reoccupation after removal or the development of Your Asbestos Management Plan. Our Consultant team are Professional, Honest, Knowledgable and will support you all the way.

CALL US NOW!  To Complete Your Survey and write a Management Plan for your Asbestos Safety. Mention our website and you can receive 15% off the Cost of your Management Plan and Survey.