The obligation
A licensed asbestos removalist must ensure each worker is certified for the class of removal work and is trained to follow the workplace's asbestos removal control plan.
A licensed asbestos removalist cannot direct or permit a worker to do licensed asbestos removal work without being satisfied that the worker is certified for the class of work involved. Depending on the type of work, workers need certification in the specified VET course for either Class A or Class B asbestos removal. In Queensland, anyone supervising Class A removal work must be certified in the specified VET course for supervising asbestos removal.
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- What
- A licensed asbestos removalist must ensure each worker is certified for the class of removal work and is trained to follow the workplace's asbestos removal control plan.
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- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Certification and training for licensed asbestos removal workers is a WHS requirement set out in How to safely remove asbestos code of practice 2021 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Work Health & Safety > Asbestos > Training.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Certification and training for licensed asbestos removal workers is a WHS obligation under How to safely remove asbestos code of practice 2021 (QLD). In short, A licensed asbestos removalist must ensure each worker is certified for the class of removal work and is trained to follow the workplace's asbestos removal control plan.
What changed recently?
Certification and training for licensed asbestos removal workers was last updated on 11 October 2026.
