Understanding and complying with asbestos laws and regulations is crucial for property owners, especially those managing rental properties. Asbestos, once a popular building material, now poses significant health risks, and managing its presence in properties requires adherence to strict legal guidelines. At Coastal Asbestos, we are committed to helping property owners navigate these complexities through our comprehensive Asbestos Compliance Programme for Domestic Rental Properties.
Overview of Asbestos Laws and Regulations
In Australia, the management of asbestos is governed by robust laws and regulations designed to protect public health. These laws require property owners to maintain an asbestos register and implement management plans for properties built before December 2003 (when asbestos was last used in construction). Failure to comply can result in hefty fines and, more importantly, can jeopardise the health of tenants, staff, and tradespeople.
The Importance of Asbestos Compliance
For rental property owners, ensuring compliance is not only about adhering to the law but also about protecting individuals from the dangers of asbestos exposure, which can cause life-threatening diseases such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. This is particularly crucial if your property has sustained damage that might expose hidden asbestos, creating a potentially hazardous environment.
Coastal Asbestos Compliance Programme
Recognising the challenges property owners face, Coastal Asbestos offers a free Asbestos Compliance Programme specifically designed for managing agents of domestic rental properties. This programme helps ensure that your properties are managed according to the highest safety standards, without any cost to your business. Here’s what our programme includes:
- Asbestos Inspections: We provide a detailed asbestos inspection carried out by fully licensed and insured inspectors. The property owner incurs the cost of the inspection, which results in a comprehensive report detailing the presence and location of asbestos within the property. These reports are essential for maintaining an up-to-date asbestos register.
- Asbestos Management Plans: Each property is equipped with an Asbestos Management Plan, provided at no cost to your business. This plan includes clear instructions on what actions to take in the event of asbestos exposure due to property damage. This proactive approach is crucial for the safety of everyone involved with the property.
- Regular Updates and Reminders: Our programme also includes ongoing support, where we remind you when inspections are due and provide updated reports every three years, or when leases expire and before new tenants move in. This ensures continuous compliance and safety.
Why Join Our Compliance Programme?
Joining our Asbestos Compliance Programme not only helps protect you from potential litigation but also significantly mitigates the risks associated with asbestos. By ensuring that your rental properties are inspected and managed properly, you safeguard the health of your tenants and staff, and provide peace of mind to everyone involved.
Conclusion
Asbestos compliance is a serious responsibility that comes with property management. With the support of Coastal Asbestos, you can meet your legal obligations effortlessly and ensure that your properties are safe and compliant.
Don’t leave asbestos management to chance. Contact Coastal Asbestos today to enrol in our Asbestos Compliance Programme for Domestic Rental Properties. Ensure your properties are safe, compliant, and up to standard. Visit our website or reach out directly to learn more about how we can assist you in managing the risks associated with asbestos. Let us take the worry and risk out of asbestos for you.