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Hazardous Materials

Hazardous materials are present throughout Australian buildings and workplaces

Many hazardous materials are present throughout Australian buildings and workplaces. They can be found as building materials, surface finishes, within plant & equipment, and as raw materials or products/by-products of manufacturing processes. Hazardous materials are also found as environmental pollutants, including pesticides, herbicides, hydrocarbons, and heavy metals.

Hazardous materials may present an immediate risk to human health, long-term health effects through prolonged exposure, or be damaging to the natural environment.

Our Hazardous Materials Experts provide identification, testing, measurement & monitoring, risk assessment, and management recommendations for a broad range of substances and materials.

If hazardous materials require removal or remediation, we can assist with all aspects of the planning, supervision and project management, and necessary documentation for legal compliance.

ASBESTOS

Asbestos containing materials (ACMs) were manufactured and used extensively…

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LEAD & LEAD PAINTS

Lead has been used in many applications, for thousands of years, as surface ore deposits…

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MOULD & BIOLOGICALS

Mould spores may be present in any environment where dampness or poor ventilation…

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POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS

Polychlorinated Biphynels (PCBs) are man-made oily liquids…

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OTHER HAZMAT

If you have concerns regarding a specific substance or material, require a broad-based assessment of the workplace to identify potential hazards, or assistance with developing or maintaining internal hazardous materials management systems, contact our consultants to find out how we can help.