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Understanding the Risks: Water Blasting and Asbestos-Containing Materials in Queensland

Did you know that under Queensland laws, water blasting roofs that contain asbestos can lead to hefty fines? It's crucial to understand the risks associated with asbestos-containing materials before undertaking any cleaning or renovation activities.


⚠️ Prohibited Practice: According to WHS laws, the use of high-pressure water spraying equipment on asbestos-containing materials, including asbestos cement roofs, fences, and walls, is strictly prohibited. This is because it can release dangerous airborne fibres, posing significant health risks.


⛔ Consequences: Householders could face fines of up to $10,000 under Public Health Legislation for using high-pressure water blasters on asbestos-containing materials, along with bearing the clean-up costs. Businesses may face even heftier fines.



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Did you know that under Queensland laws, water blasting roofs that contain asbestos can lead to hefty fines? It's crucial to understand the risks associated with asbestos-containing materials before undertaking any cleaning or renovation activities. ⚠️ Prohibited Practice: According to WHS laws, the use of high-pressure water spraying equipment on asbestos-containing materials, including asbestos cement roofs, fences, and walls, is strictly prohibited. This is because it can release dangerous airborne fibres, posing significant health risks. ⛔ Consequences: Householders could face fines of up to $10,000 under Public Health Legislation for using high-pressure water blasters on asbestos-containing materials, along with bearing the clean-up costs. Businesses may face even heftier fines. Read more: https://bit.ly/worksafeqld 📞 1300 776 469 💻 www.outsourcesafetyaus.com ✉️ info@outsourcesafetyaus.com #SafetyFirst #WorkSafe #SafetyMeeting #InjuryFree #OHS #WHS #WorkplaceHealth #SafetyConsultants #Brisbane #GoldCoast #OutsourceSafety #IncidentInvestigation #WorkplaceSafety #RiskManagement #AsbestosAwareness #SafetyFirst #QueenslandSafety #WHSAlert #StaySafe

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