Oct 19, 2018
In this episode host Mark Reggers discusses asbestos in imported
items with guest Peter Tighe. Peter is the former Chief Executive
Officer of the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency.
Asbestos is an umbrella term for a group of fibrous silicate
minerals found abundantly in nature. In the past, it was widely
used in commercial applications and construction because its length
and strength make it very heat resistant, great at insulating
surfaces and easy to weave within other materials and products.
Repeated and long-term exposure to asbestos has been directly
linked to lung cancer, mesothelioma and other pulmonary issues.
There is no safe level of exposure to asbestos fibres, it’s
critical that you learn about the dangers of asbestos, where it can
be found and how to manage it safely.
NOTE: The specific legislative requirements vary slightly between
the states, territories and countries in Australia & New Zealand,
so be sure to check your specific legislative requirements to
ensure you are meeting your obligations.