Apprenticeship program resources: Asbestos
These resources are directly aligned to learning competencies defined by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) for various apprenticeable trades. For more information and resources on these topics, please visit the Health & Safety section of this website.
OHS Regulation & Guidelines for Asbestos
OHS Regulation
- Part 5 Chemical Agents and Biological Agents - Ventilation
- Part 6 Substance Specific Requirements - Asbestos
- Part 20 Construction, Excavation and Demolition - Demolition
OHS Guidelines
- Part 5 Chemical Agents and Biological Agents - Ventilation
- Guidelines Part 6 Substance Specific Requirements - Asbestos
- Guidelines Part 20 Construction, Excavation and Demolition - Demolition
Resources
Asbestos in Construction: Workers
This video contrasts the naivete of a young worker in the construction industry and the experience of a worker who is dying from exposure to asbestos.
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Asbestos in Demolition and Renovation: Does the House You're Working on Contain Asbestos?
In this slide show, view some common places asbestos can be found in a home. Note: This was one of our earliest slide shows; it was converted to a video file and contains audio and video issues.
Potential Sources of Asbestos in the Home
This image shows the potential sources of asbestos in a home.
Asbestos Hazards in Renovations, Restorations, and Demolition
Homes built prior to 1990 can contain an invisible hazard: asbestos. This video walks you through an older home, identifying the most common places asbestos is found and highlighting the importance of...