Licensed Asbestos Assessor
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Licensed Asbestos Assessor NSW
Clearance Certificates, Air Monitoring & Independent Compliance Support
If your project involves friable asbestos, clearance certification, or high-risk asbestos work, you are legally required to engage a Licensed Asbestos Assessor. Getting this wrong can stop works, trigger compliance action, or expose workers and occupants to risk.
Confluence Environmental provides independent licensed asbestos assessor services across Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast and NSW helping contractors, developers and asset owners complete asbestos works safely, compliantly and without delay.
When You Need a Licensed Asbestos Assessor
Under the NSW Work Health and Safety Regulation, a Licensed Asbestos Assessor is typically required for:
Friable (Class A) asbestos removal projects
Clearance inspections and certificates following friable removal
Air monitoring during friable or higher-risk non-friable removal
Reviewing and verifying Asbestos Removal Control Plans (ARCPs)
Assessing fire-damaged, contaminated or structurally compromised buildings where friable asbestos may be present
If you’re unsure whether a licensed assessor is required, early advice can prevent costly delays. You can contact us directly for guidance.
Licensed Assessor Services
We provide complete independent assessment, monitoring and compliance support across the full lifecycle of asbestos removal.
Asbestos Inspections & Risk Assessment
We conduct site inspections to identify asbestos risk, confirm material condition and determine the correct compliance pathway. This includes assessment of friable and non-friable ACMs, fire-damaged structures, demolition sites and unexpected contamination events. Where required, materials are analysed through NATA-accredited laboratories to confirm asbestos presence and guide next steps.
Air Monitoring & Fibre Counting
We provide independent air monitoring during asbestos works to verify controls and support safe completion. This includes control monitoring during removal, clearance monitoring before reoccupation, and background or exposure monitoring where required. Results are interpreted by licensed assessors and delivered promptly to support site decisions and compliance.
Clearance Inspections & Certificates
Following friable asbestos removal, a clearance inspection by a Licensed Asbestos Assessor is required before the area can be reoccupied. We undertake detailed visual inspection, verify removal completeness, and issue formal clearance documentation accepted by contractors, certifiers, councils and regulators. We also perform clearance inspections for non-friable removal, fire-damaged sites and contamination incidents.
ARCP Review & Compliance Support
A compliant Asbestos Removal Control Plan is essential for safe and lawful removal. We review or assist in preparing ARCPs to ensure risk controls, containment, monitoring, PPE and waste management are properly addressed. Our aim is to prevent non-compliance, stop-work events and documentation issues before they occur.
Who We Support
We work with asbestos removal contractors, builders, developers, demolition contractors, certifiers, insurers, councils, government agencies, WHS professionals and facility managers. Whether you’re planning removal or responding to an urgent incident, we provide clear direction and independent compliance support.
Why Choose Confluence Environmental
Clients choose us because we combine regulatory knowledge with practical site experience.
Licensed asbestos assessors with real project experience
Independent from removal contractors we act in your interest
Fast response for urgent or high-risk situations
Clear documentation accepted by regulators and stakeholders
End-to-end support from inspection through to clearance
We help you complete asbestos works safely, compliantly and without unnecessary delay.
Areas We Service
We provide licensed asbestos assessor services across Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast, the Hunter Valley and regional NSW. If you need assistance or want to speak with a consultant about your project, you can contact us and we will guide you through the next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Licensed Asbestos Assessor Services
Q: What is a Licensed Asbestos Assessor (LAA)?
A Licensed Asbestos Assessor (LAA) is an individual authorised under the NSW Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 to perform critical asbestos-related tasks. This includes clearance inspections and certificates for Class A (friable) asbestos removal, as well as air monitoring, risk assessments, and review of Asbestos Removal Control Plans (ARCPs).
Q: When do I legally need a Licensed Asbestos Assessor?
You must engage a Licensed Asbestos Assessor when:
Friable asbestos (Class A) is being removed
A clearance inspection and certificate is required after Class A works
Air monitoring is needed during or after high-risk asbestos removal
SafeWork NSW has requested independent assessment or verification
You're managing a site with fire damage, demolition, or complex risk factors
Even for non-friable work, hiring an LAA is strongly recommended to ensure full compliance and peace of mind.
Q: What is a clearance certificate and who needs one?
A clearance certificate is a formal document issued by a Licensed Asbestos Assessor confirming that:
Asbestos removal has been completed in line with the approved plan
No visible asbestos-containing material remains
Air monitoring (if required) meets the safety threshold
The area is safe to reoccupy or continue work
Clearance certificates are mandatory for friable asbestos removals and often required by builders, insurers, SafeWork NSW, and certifiers.
Q: Can a removal contractor issue their own clearance certificate?
No. Under NSW law, asbestos removalists cannot issue their own clearance certificates. The clearance inspection must be carried out by an independent Licensed Asbestos Assessor to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure public safety.
We act independently to protect your interests, not the contractor’s.
Q: Do you also provide asbestos testing and inspections?
Yes, we offer complete asbestos inspections, risk assessments, and NATA-accredited laboratory testing. If asbestos is suspected, we can confirm the presence, type (friable or non-friable), condition, and level of risk, then guide you through the next steps, including removal coordination.
Q: How quickly can I get a Licensed Asbestos Assessor on site?
We offer same-day and next-day site attendance in many areas across NSW, including Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, and the Hunter. For urgent projects such as fire-damaged buildings or high-risk removals, we prioritise fast response times and immediate coordination.