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Last Updated: Thursday, 28 March 2024 11:01

Correct disposal of asbestos and asbestos containing materials (i.e. ACM) is crucial to the safety of our staff and community.

Refer to Queensland Government asbestos website for information on:

• homeowner's certificate to remove asbestos
• locating and identifying asbestos
• removing or disturbing asbestos
• asbestos transport and disposal.

Fees apply to the domestic disposal of asbestos. These fees can be viewed in our fees and charges.

Domestic disposal of asbestos and ACM up to 175kg per load is accepted at the Greater Toowoomba Waste Management Facility.

Asbestos & ACM removal regulations

Customers are advised that it is an offence to remove a quantity of asbestos containing material of more than 10m² from a non-workplace area (e.g. a private property or dwelling) unless the person holds a current certificate under section 8 of the the Public Health Regulation 2018 (Qld). Related information collected by our Waste Services staff may be shared with other branches within our organisation responsible for enforcement of the Public Health Regulation.

Disposing of asbestos and ACM safely

Remember when disposing of asbestos and ACM:

• double bag it in plastic bags that are at least 200 micron thick with each bag securely sealed with adhesive tape (e.g. duct tape) and ensure that each package or bag is no more than 1200mm long and 900mm wide; or
• double wrap it in 200 micron plastic with each layer securely sealed with adhesive tape (e.g. duct tape). There are no maximum dimensions for wrapped packages; and
• ensure that each bag or package:
  • is clearly labelled to identify it as asbestos;
  • remains securely sealed during transport and handling;
  • that damage to the packaging and dust inhalation is avoided; and
  • can be easily and safely manually handled by the customer or, for larger packages, the customer and one other person (Note: Council does not provide assistance when unloading).

Please ensure you follow the safety guidelines detailed at Queensland Government asbestos website.

Asbestos & ACM from commercial customers

We cannot accept asbestos or ACM from commercial customers. Commercial customers are required to find an alternative location for asbestos disposal outside of the Toowoomba Regional Council area. 

Queensland Government asbestos website resource

The Queensland Government asbestos website is an informative resource that provides general information about asbestos and ACM, where it can be found and advice on the removal or disturbance of asbestos.

Typical locations and types of materials containing asbestos

It is often very difficult to identify the presence of asbestos by sight. The only way to be certain is to have a sample of the material analysed by a laboratory. Typically certain products can be identified by their age and likelihood to contain asbestos and must then be treated as asbestos materials. Read more on the Queensland Government asbestos website.

Common locations of materials containing asbestos in a house

Buildings constructed before 1990 are likely to contain asbestos materials. The diagram shows areas where materials containing asbestos were commonly used during construction. These materials are not dangerous if they’re in good condition and remain undisturbed.

Note: All products with the common name ‘Verilux’, ‘Vermiculite’ and Monocoat’ are manufactured today without asbestos content. For more information visit the Queensland Government asbestos website or call 13 74 68.

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