When Should Soil Be Sampled on Victorian Sites?
A small amount of disturbed soil can stop a renovation, excavation or demolition job far more quickly than most people expect. When should soil be sampled? The short answer is before soil is moved, removed, reused or built over where there is any reasonable concern...
Asbestos in Old Homes: What to Check First
A renovation can uncover more than old timber, dated tiles and layers of paint. In many Melbourne properties built before 1990, asbestos in old homes may be sitting behind the first wall sheet removed, under old vinyl flooring, or around pipes and eaves. The material...
Demolition Project Planning That Prevents Delays
A demolition job can look straightforward from the street: fence the block, bring in an excavator and clear the structure. On a Victorian site, the difficult work starts well before machinery arrives. Effective demolition project planning identifies hazardous...
How to Handle Asbestos Emergencies Safely
A cracked eave after a storm, broken vinyl tiles during a renovation, or damaged pipe insulation in a plant room can turn into an asbestos emergency quickly. Knowing how to handle asbestos emergencies means controlling the area first, not trying to clean up or work...
Asbestos Register Management Guide for Victoria
A register that has not been updated since the last tenancy change can create a serious problem before the first wall is opened. For Victorian property owners, builders and facility managers, this asbestos register management guide explains how to keep asbestos...
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