Asbestos Management Plan
An Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) sets out how asbestos or asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are identified, recorded and safely managed in a workplace.
Work health and safety regulations require PCBUs, Facility Managers and property owners to protect workers and visitors from asbestos exposure. If asbestos is present, an asbestos management plan must form part of your broader safety system and remain active, accessible and up to date.
HSE Australia prepares practical asbestos management plans that meet WHS requirements and reflect how sites actually operate.
What asbestos management services do we provide?
HSE Australia delivers end-to-end asbestos management services, supporting WHS compliance from identification right through to ongoing control.
Our certified asbestos specialists conduct asbestos register audits across Australia, identifying and documenting asbestos or suspected ACM in line with legislative requirements.
During an asbestos audit, our qualified Consultants undertake a methodical inspection and sampling process to assess materials throughout a building or structure.
Samples collected during an asbestos audit, or submitted by clients, are analysed by our experienced scientists in our NATA-accredited laboratory.
Additional services include:
- Dust, Air & Noise Monitoring
- Risk Assessments
- Asbestos Removal Project Management
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What is an asbestos management plan?
An asbestos policy and management plan is a documented system for managing asbestos risks in a workplace or property.
It outlines:
- Where asbestos or ACM is located or likely to be present, supported by an asbestos register
- How asbestos will be managed, and why those controls have been selected
- Warning signage locations, incident procedures and emergency contacts
- Roles, responsibilities and training requirements for workers and contractors
- Risk control measures and safe work procedures
- Review schedules, maintenance records and remediation actions
The plan provides a clear reference point for day-to-day management and for future works.
How do you implement an asbestos management plan?
PCBUs must implement the asbestos management plan as soon as it is developed and agreed upon.
This includes:
- Training workers on asbestos risks and site-specific procedures
- Making the plan readily accessible at the workplace
- Reviewing the plan at least every five years, and sooner if needed
How often must an asbestos management plan be reviewed?
Reviews are required when:
- Changes occur in the workplace, property or structure
- Asbestos is disturbed, removed, sealed or enclosed
- A health and safety representative requests a review
- The plan no longer manages risk effectively
Developing an Asbestos Management Plan
HSE Australia provides asbestos audits, asbestos identification and asbestos sample analysis as part of compliant asbestos management planning.
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List of common asbestos-containing products
Australia was once one of the highest users of Asbestos. There are more than 3000 products known to be ACMs.
Source: https://www.asbestosdiseases.org.au/asbestos-info/asbestos-products/
Developing an Asbestos Management Plan
HSE Australia offers a wide range of asbestos management services such as Asbestos Audits, Asbestos Identification and Asbestos Sample Analysis
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When is an AMP required?
An asbestos management plan is required when asbestos or suspected ACM exists in a workplace or property.
This applies to:
- Commercial and industrial buildings
- Older structures and facilities built before 2004
- Sites with legacy building materials
PCBUs and property managers are responsible for ensuring an AMP is in place and maintained.
What information must be included in an AMP?
| Required Information on AMP | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Asbestos register | Identifies the location and condition of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) |
| Risk controls | Explains how asbestos risks are controlled and reviewed |
| Warning signage | Alerts workers and visitors |
| Emergency procedures | Guides the prescribed response if asbestos is disturbed |
| Training records | Confirms staff awareness, competence, and training arrangements |
Who should have access to the AMP?
The asbestos management plan must be accessible to anyone who could be exposed to asbestos.
This includes:
- Staff and workers
- Contractors
- Health and safety representatives
- Maintenance teams
- Visitors
Easy access to the AMP allows for informed decision-making and safer work practices across the site.