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Tips for Commercial Property Managers When Dealing With Asbestos Removal Melbourne

  In Western Australia, there are laws set out for the removal and disposal of asbestos. As stated in the existing legislation, owners and managers of commercial properties have the legal obligation to maintain strict safety standards. Therefore, a property owner or manager is responsible in maintaining and repairing the property, and make decisions related to the activities within the building premises. They are at the same time responsible for investigating the presence of asbestos materials at the property, creating and implementing a course of action for asbestos, including its safe removal from the premises. The law prohibits some activities that are related to asbestos-containing materials and also requires certain steps when working near or on asbestos-containing materials. Serious penalties like hefty fines or conviction are imposed to those who do not comply. Listed below are some tips in managing asbestos. 1. How to identify the presence of asbestos. The presence of asb