How does asbestos inspection work before residential demolition?

Before residential demolition in Australia, a thorough asbestos inspection is mandatory. This involves a licenced asbestos assessor examining the property to identify and quantify any asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). The assessor takes samples for laboratory analysis to confirm the presence and type of asbestos. A comprehensive report is then issued, detailing the location, condition, and estimated quantity of ACMs. This report informs the demolition contractor, who must then engage licenced asbestos removalists to safely remediate the site in accordance with Australian regulations before any demolition work can commence. This minimises health risks to workers and the public.