Asbestos & Hazardous Material Surveys, Register and Management Plans

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At Confluence Environmental, we deliver practical, science-led assessments and reports across contaminated land, asbestos and hazardous materials, waste classification, acid sulfate soils, and occupational hygiene.

Use the form below to request a tailored quote, book a consultation, or ask about your project. Our team will respond within 24 hours with clear, actionable advice — helping you meet council and regulatory requirements, manage risk, and progress your development with confidence.

Why You May Need an Asbestos Survey, Inspection, or HAZMAT Report

You may be legally required to have an asbestos register, asbestos inspection report, or hazardous material survey if:

  • Your building was constructed before 2004.

  • The premises is a workplace (commercial, industrial, council, or government).

  • You are planning renovation, demolition, or refurbishment works.

  • You are buying, selling, or leasing a commercial property.

  • Council, SafeWork NSW, or a certifier has requested documentation.

Across Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast, and the Mid North Coast, many older buildings still contain asbestos, lead paint, PCBs, and other hazardous materials. Whether you manage a shopfront, warehouse, office building, or public facility, we provide clear, compliant asbestos and hazardous material reports to keep your project on track and your business safe.

Our Services – Clear, Council-Ready Reports

1. Asbestos Surveys & Registers

We carry out detailed asbestos surveys, inspections, and assessments in line with the NSW WHS Regulation 2017 and SafeWork’s How to Manage and Control Asbestos Code of Practice.

  • Management surveys for day-to-day compliance.

  • Refurbishment/demolition surveys prior to works.

  • Inspection of walls, ceilings, floors, roofing, switchboards, gaskets, adhesives, and lagging.

  • Identification of bonded and friable asbestos.

  • Asbestos registers with ACM location maps, risk ratings, and reinspection guidance.

  • Optional asbestos management plan (AMP) prepared by a licensed asbestos assessor or asbestos hygienist.

  • Reports that can be referenced by asbestos auditors and asbestos management consultants.

2. Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Surveys & Reports

We provide hazmat surveys, hazmat reports, and hazmat registers to identify legacy building hazards such as:

  • Lead-based paint (doors, trims, walls).

  • Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF) in insulation.

  • PCBs in older switchboards and lighting.

  • Ozone-Depleting Substances (ODS) in older air-conditioning and fire systems.

Every hazardous material survey and hazardous material register includes condition assessments, exposure risk ratings, and practical removal or management recommendations.

3. Multi-Site & Commercial Property Compliance

We support property managers, government, and contractors with asbestos and hazardous material registers across:

  • Retail, commercial, and industrial premises.

  • Schools, aged care, and healthcare facilities.

  • Council and government buildings.

  • Strata portfolios and real estate assets.

  • Construction and demolition projects.

Whether your site is in Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast, or regional NSW, we provide fixed-fee asbestos reports, hazmat surveys, and compliant asbestos management plans to meet WHS and DA requirements.

What You Receive

  • A detailed asbestos report and/or hazardous material report with photos, material descriptions, and lab results (where sampling is required).

  • A legally compliant asbestos register or hazmat register that can be used on-site.

  • Clear, action-focused recommendations for safe management.

  • Optional asbestos management plan (AMP) aligned with SafeWork NSW.

  • Annual reinspection services to keep your asbestos registers current.

Why Choose Confluence Environmental?

  • Licensed asbestos assessors and hygienists with NSW experience.

  • Reports aligned with SafeWork NSW standards and council expectations.

  • Expertise across asbestos surveys, asbestos inspections, asbestos reports, asbestos registers, and asbestos management plans.

  • Specialists in hazmat surveys, hazmat reports, hazardous material surveys, and hazardous material registers.

  • Trusted by builders, contractors, councils, and property managers across NSW.

Areas We Service

We provide asbestos and hazardous material surveys, reports, and management plans across:

  • Sydney – CBD, Inner West, Western Sydney, Parramatta, Botany Bay, Cooks River, and surrounding LGAs.

  • Newcastle & Hunter – Newcastle LGA, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Port Stephens, Singleton, Cessnock.

  • Central Coast – Gosford, Wyong, Tuggerah, Terrigal, Somersby, Woy Woy, The Entrance, Umina Beach.

  • Mid North Coast & Beyond – Port Macquarie, Kempsey, Coffs Harbour, and surrounding regions.

📞 Call 0493 042 642 or request a fast quote for asbestos surveys, asbestos inspection reports, asbestos registers, asbestos management plans, hazmat surveys, and hazardous material reports in Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast, and NSW.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Asbestos & Hazardous Materials Surveys

Q: Do I need an asbestos register for my property?
Yes. You are legally required to have an asbestos register if:

  • Your building was constructed before 31 December 2003, and

  • It is used as a workplace (commercial, industrial, or government).

This is required under the NSW Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017. The register must be accessible to workers, contractors, and tradespeople and kept up to date.

Q: What is included in an asbestos register?
A compliant asbestos register includes:

  • The location, type, and condition of all identified or assumed asbestos-containing materials (ACMs).

  • Photographs of ACMs.

  • Risk ratings and recommended actions (e.g. removal, encapsulation, monitoring).

  • Records of any testing or laboratory analysis undertaken.

  • Optionally, an Asbestos Management Plan (AMP).

Registers must be reviewed every 5 years, or sooner if the condition of ACMs changes.

Q: What is a hazardous materials (HAZMAT) survey?
A HAZMAT survey identifies hazardous building materials beyond asbestos, such as:

  • Lead-based paint

  • Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

  • Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF)

  • Ozone-depleting substances (ODS) (e.g. refrigerants, fire systems)

These materials can pose health, environmental, and legal risks during demolition, renovation, or occupation, especially in older or government-owned buildings.

Q: What’s the difference between a management survey and a demolition survey?

  • A management survey is non-intrusive and identifies asbestos for day-to-day WHS compliance during normal occupancy and maintenance.

  • A refurbishment/demolition survey is intrusive, targeting areas that will be disturbed during works. It is mandatory before any structural renovation or demolition.

Confluence Environmental provides both and tailors the scope to your project and council requirements.

Q: Who can conduct an asbestos or HAZMAT survey in NSW?
Only competent persons — such as licensed asbestos assessors or qualified environmental consultants — should conduct these surveys.

Confluence Environmental provides asbestos and HAZMAT surveys that:

  • Comply with SafeWork NSW and the Code of Practice.

  • Are accepted by councils, builders, certifiers, and WHS officers.

  • Include NATA-accredited laboratory analysis where sampling is required.

Q: How often do asbestos registers need to be updated?
Asbestos registers must be reviewed and updated at least every 5 years, or sooner if:

  • ACMs are removed, disturbed, or repaired.

  • There is a change in building use.

  • A contractor or worker reports deterioration or risk.

We offer reinspection and annual update services to keep your asbestos registers compliant and current.