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SafeWork SA has published special guidance on respiratory protective equipment (RPE), after identifying widespread non-compliance with fit-testing and other requirements aimed at protecting workers from airborne contaminants like asbestos and crystalline silica.

The agency's Audit and Risk Committee provides independent advice and assurance to our CEO, assisting them to meet their duties and obligations regarding financial and performance reporting, risk oversight and management, and systems of internal control.

This safety information has been developed in response to questions raised by employers, self-employed people and do-it-yourself (DIY) home renovators when undertaking minor renovations and removal tasks in residential properties which may contain asbestos. This guide contains important steps you should follow to reduce the risk of exposing yourself and others to asbestos fibres when undertaking removal of less than 10m² of non-friable asbestos.

The Guidelines for communicating about asbestos risk consultation version, which was distributed to receive feedback from broader stakeholders. 

Under Senate Order 192 of 2001, agencies are required to list all contracts entered into which are to the value of $100,000 or greater.

The Senate Order is produced at the conclusion of two reporting periods (period) each year, Financial Year and Calendar Year.

The 2022 24-1 determination for ASEA to provide terms and conditions of employment.

This safety alert provides information about asbestos in components of imported Bee Smokers (also known as smokepots). The risk is not limited to a single manufacturer or brand.

Submission received from ACT Regional Building and Construction Industry Training Councils for the Asbestos Training Consultation, held 2021. 

Submission received from E Oz Energy Skills Australia for the Asbestos Training Consultation, held 2021. 

Submission received from the Housing Industry Association for the Asbestos Training Consultation, held 2021.