Asbestos Waste Disposal

Safe removal is not complete until asbestos waste has been packaged, transported and disposed of correctly.

Why it matters

Asbestos waste can continue to present a risk if it is handled, packaged, transported or disposed of incorrectly. A1 treats waste control as an essential part of the project, ensuring the agreed procedures, documentation and New Zealand requirements are followed from the work area to an authorised disposal facility.

Waste is contained, sealed and identified using methods appropriate to the material and project.

Routes, handling and loading are planned to prevent breakage, fibre release and uncontrolled access.

Transport arrangements are coordinated to meet applicable controls and protect workers and the public.

Asbestos waste is taken to a facility authorised to receive it, with project records maintained for accountability.

The A1 approach

01
Plan the waste stream
Estimate waste, select packaging and confirm the disposal route before removal.
02
Contain and label
Package waste safely within the controlled work process.
03
Transport securely
Manage loading, vehicle controls and documentation.
04
Dispose and record
Complete disposal at an authorised facility and retain the relevant records.

Important

Illegal dumping or incorrect disposal can endanger workers, the public and the environment. Waste must be managed as carefully as the removal itself.

Speak with A1

We will help you understand the risk, the required controls and the safest next step.