SOP — Asbestos Removal (Friable — Class A)

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) provide step-by-step instructions for completing work tasks safely and consistently. They bridge the gap between a risk assessment (which identifies hazards) and on-the-ground execution. Our SOP documents integrate safety controls directly into each procedural step, ensuring workers follow safe practices as part of their normal workflow rather than treating safety as a separate consideration.

5 work steps 4 pre-use checks 8 equipment items listed 5 PPE items specified 5 AS/NZS standards cited Worker sign-off section

PPE Requirements

Full-face P3 powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) (AS/NZS 1716) Type 5 disposable coveralls (taped at wrists/ankles) (Category III Type 5/6) Boot covers (disposable) (N/A) Inner and outer nitrile gloves (AS/NZS 2161.1) Safety footwear (dedicated to asbestos work) (AS/NZS 2210.3)

Australian Standards Referenced

Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — How to safely remove asbestos Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace NOHSC:3003 — Guidance Note on the Membrane Filter Method for Estimating Airborne Asbestos Fibres AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory protective devices AS/NZS 1715 — Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment

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Also Available As

SWMS — $67.95 JSA — $16.95 Toolbox Talk — $20.95

Using This SOP On Site

Keep the SOP with the equipment or at the workstation it covers. Use it to train new starters, to settle disagreements about the right way to do the job, and as the reference when a client or principal contractor asks how your team performs the task consistently.

SOP — Common Questions

What is the difference between a SOP and a SWMS?

A SOP provides step-by-step instructions for completing a task safely. A SWMS is a legal document specifically for high-risk construction work that focuses on hazard identification and risk control. SOPs are broader and apply to all tasks, not just HRCW.

Why do I need SOPs if I have SWMS?

SWMS only cover high-risk construction work. SOPs cover all tasks, including routine operations, equipment use, and procedures that don't qualify as HRCW but still need standardised safe practices.

Are your SOPs trade-specific?

Yes. Each SOP is written for specific trade activities, with relevant safety controls, PPE requirements, and references to applicable Australian Standards.