Asbestos Identification & Testing
It is highly likely that building products or materials contain asbestos. Be assured that the material present at your property or workplace does not contain the harmful fibre with comprehensive sample collection, testing and reporting.
Remove the guesswork by enlisting the services of experts like HSE Australia for a detailed analysis of your potentially Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) within 24 hours of sample collection.
HSE Australia’s NATA-accredited laboratory analyses samples to determine the presence and identify the type of asbestos you’re working with, so you can proceed with the safe and adequate removal of any harmful material.
Our NATA accredited laboratory can provide peace of mind if you are not sure. Samples the size of 50 Cent piece are all we need for you to know.
Book your analysis online and drop your samples off at our office location.
HSE Australia can work with your organisation to:
a specialist will analyse samples taken by our Asbestos Audit team and report on their findings.
our lab technician conducts asbestos fibre counting at our NATA laboratory.
our NATA-accredited lab conducts asbestos testing, assuring cost-effective handling and short turnaround times.
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Why is asbestos identification important?
Until it was banned in 2003, asbestos was used in thousands of applications, from car brake pads to electrical switchboards or vinyl flooring.
Under Australian Workplace Health and Safety regulations, suspect asbestos-containing material must be assumed to contain asbestos until cleared through testing at a NATA-accredited laboratory.
Examples of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) include:
- Fibre cement sheet materials
- Floor coverings
- Insulation materials
- Roof cladding
- Electrical backing boards
- Gasket and friction materials
- Plus mastics
- Fillers
- Putties
If you suspect that you’re dealing with ACM, it is a requirement to know before demolition or renovation proceeds. Take samples and get them tested for timely, accurate identification.
How to safely handle asbestos sample testing
Our specialists can arrange to collect the samples as part of your service, or you can collect the samples on site.
We recommend taking the following steps to reduce the risk of exposure for anyone present while the sample is taken:
- Put on gloves and respiratory protective equipment (RPE/Mask)
- Wet the area you want to extract material from
- Sample (break off) a piece approximately the size of a 20 cent piece
- Double bag the sample in sealable plastic sandwich bags
- Label the bag with the sample type and location, e.g., “fibre cement from ceiling tiles, 1 floor, office 1”
- Drop it into our Adelaide office and complete a Chain of Custody document and your contact details
- Payment is required before the report is issued
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To get started, request a call-back or book a consultation with HSE Australia to discuss our asbestos testing and identification and how we can work with your organisation.
For assistance with workplace training for those working in high-risk environments, explore HSE Australia’s bespoke training courses.
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Frequently asked Questions
Health Safety Environment Australia
What is asbestos and why is it harmful?
Asbestos is a rock-forming silicate that consists of fibres. Once disturbed or broken down, these fibres can become a health hazard.
Over the past 100 years, asbestos was used in a variety of everyday products and building products, making it vital to identify potential asbestos quickly.
How long does asbestos identification and testing take?
Our team can provide a detailed analysis of your asbestos-containing material within 24 hours.
When should I have a building testing for asbestos?
Testing is commonly recommended:
- Before renovation or demolition
- When buying or selling an older property
- If damaged building materials are suspected to contain asbestos
- Before maintenance work that might disturb building materials
What industries can benefit from rigorous asbestos sample testing?
We work with a number of high-risk industries, including:
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