The obligation
Inspecting installed friable asbestos that is in poor condition or disturbed, and sampling to identify asbestos, were removed from the code's respiratory equipment selection table.
These activities are now included in the Managing asbestos in workplaces compliance code 2018 and are regulated under Division 8. The code's pro forma content was also updated for consistency and alignment with the OHS Regulations 2017. Where work could involve asbestos exposure but not removal, WorkSafe points to the Compliance code: Managing asbestos in workplaces.
- What
- Inspecting installed friable asbestos that is in poor condition or disturbed, and sampling to identify asbestos, were removed from the code's respiratory equipment selection table.
- Source
- worksafe.vic.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Inspection and sampling activities moved to the Managing asbestos code is a WHS requirement set out in Removing asbestos in workplaces (VIC). It is made under Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC). The relevant provision is Compliance Code > Removing Asbestos in Workplaces > Respiratory Protection.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Inspection and sampling activities moved to the Managing asbestos code is a WHS obligation under Removing asbestos in workplaces (VIC). In short, Inspecting installed friable asbestos that is in poor condition or disturbed, and sampling to identify asbestos, were removed from the code's respiratory equipment selection table.
What changed recently?
Inspection and sampling activities moved to the Managing asbestos code was last updated on 19 October 2026.