Despite being banned in 2003, thousands of buildings and machinery parts still contain asbestos. For some workers, this includes their workplaces. This factsheet has been created as information for members working in sites which were built with asbestos containing materials to understand work health and safety rights in relation to unintentional exposure. There are additional regulations for those working in construction or removal of asbestos or at higher risk of exposure due to the nature of their work.  

Members have access to a Know Your WHS Rights Fact Sheet on your asbestos in the workplace. Sign in now to download the fact sheet

CPSU members also have access to a range of supporting materials and guidance to assist in representing members’ concerns. If you are a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) and would like expert advice and assistance regarding psychosocial hazards and risk mitigation, you are entitled to seek the assistance of any person, including the CPSU.

Visit the SafetyFirst Network for HSR guidance on applying hierarchy of control measures to psychosocial hazards.

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