Asbestos in remote communities
Is it safe for children to play near any
damaged buildings that may contain asbestos?
Where can I dispose of any asbestos material/s?
Answers
Is it safe for children to play near any damaged buildings
that may contain asbestos?
No. If the damaged building does contain asbestos there is
the potential for children to be exposed to asbestos fibres
if the material is disturbed. There may also be pieces of
asbestos lying on the ground.
Any damage must be reported immediately to the building owner
or Community Council who will ensure that the site is isolated
to keep children and others out of the area.
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Where can I dispose of any asbestos material/s?
The law requires that all asbestos cement sheeting and off-cuts,
pipes, insulation, collected dust, and protective clothing
must be wrapped, labeled and disposed of only at a site
licensed by the Office of Environment and Heritage (phone
Darwin, 08 8924 4139 and Alice Springs 08 8951 9201). It
is illegal to dispose of it with your weekly rubbish collection.
Asbestos waste can be disposed of through an authorised
local council tip (contact your local council for further
information).
Asbestos bags already labeled may be purchased from a supplier
of safety equipment.
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Other FAQ Categories
General asbestos questions
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Asbestos in schools including answers
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