The obligation
Any Class A (friable) asbestos removal requires a licensed Class A removalist regardless of quantity. Class B non-friable removal >10m² requires a Class B licence.
The Code mandates that all friable asbestos removal (Class A) must be performed by a licensed Class A asbestos removalist, irrespective of the amount involved. Removal of non-friable asbestos exceeding 10 m² (Class B) requires a Class B licence. Unlicensed removal of small quantities of non-friable asbestos is subject to specific conditions. PCBUs commissioning removal work must verify contractor licences before engagement.
- What
- Any Class A (friable) asbestos removal requires a licensed Class A removalist regardless of quantity. Class B non-friable removal >10m² requires a Class B licence.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Licensing Requirements for Asbestos Removal is a WHS requirement set out in How to safely remove asbestos (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is How to safely remove asbestos > Licensing Requirements § Licensing.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Licensing Requirements for Asbestos Removal is a WHS obligation under How to safely remove asbestos (NSW). In short, Any Class A (friable) asbestos removal requires a licensed Class A removalist regardless of quantity. Class B non-friable removal >10m² requires a Class B licence.
What changed recently?
Licensing Requirements for Asbestos Removal was last updated on 13 August 2026.
