SafeWork SA suspends asbestos removal licence over compliance failures

SafeWork SA has suspended a class B asbestos removal licence after the licence holder breached asbestos regulations.

The asbestos removalist and demolition contractor failed to identify the presence of asbestos in a building before demolition, according to the safety agency.

SafeWork SA Executive Director Glenn Farrell said the licence holder failed to ensure the safe removal of asbestos.

‘This contractor’s failure as a licensed asbestos removalist required such a sanction and should be seen as a warning to any other business who fall short of ensuring the health and safety of their workers and members of the public is not put at risk,’ he said.

Read more on the SafeWork SA website.