Asbestos Disposal Specialists in Perth
Asbestos Disposal Specialists in Perth
Strict regulations apply to the handling, transport and disposal of asbestos, and significant penalties may apply if these requirements are not followed. This page outlines the conditions that must be met when using a Melville Bin Hire skip bin for asbestos disposal, including how asbestos must be prepared, contained and loaded. Please note that if the required asbestos disposal guidelines are not followed, your bin may not be collected.
These requirements are in place to protect our drivers, customers and anyone who may come into contact with asbestos-containing materials. Please use the link below to view the full asbestos disposal requirements before booking or filling your bin.
Labeling Disposal
Safe Asbestos Handling
DISPOSAL OF MATERIAL CONTAINING ASBESTOS IS TO BE SEPARATED, WRAPPED AND LABELLED.
Asbestos material must be:
- Separated from all other material for disposal; Nothing else can go in that bin.
- Wrapped in piles of no more than 5 sheets at a time in black builders plastic ( minimum 200 um) and taped to contain and prevent asbestos fibers entering the atmosphere during transportation by road.
- Taped with either cloth electrical or gaffer tape ensuring it is tightly wrapped around parcel. Masking and packing tape is not acceptable.
- Labelled or marked with the words “Caution Asbestos”.
- Please ensure ample tape is used to secure packages to discourage easily unwrapping.
Notification
Notify Before Disposal
There is a duty to notify others of presence of asbestos. A person who takes material containing asbestos to a disposal site (or facility approved by the DEC) must inform the person who operates or controls that facility that the material is, or contains asbestos.
Therefore we must be notified prior to collection.
Penalties for non-compliance exist if an offence is committed under the environmental protection act 1986 and as such result in a fine of up to $1000 enforced by the DEC.
Please call the office during business hours if you have further questions or would like to book a bin.
Melville Bin Hire's
Skip Bin Sizes for Asbestos
This a guide only below:
6m³
Can hold approximately 40 absbestos sheets
7m³
Can hold approximately 45 – 50 asbestos sheets
9m³
Can hold approx 50 to 60 sheets
10m³
Can hold approx 60 to 65 sheets
12.5m³
Can hold approx 75 to 85 sheets
How To Wrap Your Asbestos For Collection
Steps to wrap asbestos correctly as pictured below must be followed to ensure collection.
First lay builders black plastic (minimum 200 um) see images of acceptable material.
Please ensure ample tape is used to secure packages to discourage easily unwrapping.
Asbestos Disposal FAQs
Can I put asbestos in a Melville Bin Hire skip bin?
Yes, but asbestos must be placed in a dedicated asbestos skip bin and kept completely separate from all other waste. Melville Bin Hire must also be notified before collection so the asbestos can be handled and disposed of correctly.
How should asbestos be prepared for collection?
Asbestos must be securely wrapped or contained to prevent fibres from escaping during transport. Melville Bin Hire requires asbestos sheets to be wrapped in black builders plastic of at least 200 microns, securely taped and clearly labelled “CAUTION ASBESTOS”.
Can I put other rubbish in an asbestos skip bin?
No. Asbestos must be separated from all other materials for disposal. General household waste, green waste, timber, rubble and other materials should not be placed in the same skip bin as asbestos.
What size skip bin do I need for asbestos fencing?
The right size depends on the number of asbestos sheets you need to dispose of. As a general guide, a 6m³ bin can hold approximately 40 sheets, while larger bins can accommodate greater quantities. Contact Melville Bin Hire if you need help choosing the most suitable size.
Do I need to tell Melville Bin Hire that my bin contains asbestos?
Yes. You must notify Melville Bin Hire before the bin is collected. This allows the material to be transported and taken to an appropriate disposal facility in accordance with asbestos disposal requirements.
What should I do if I am unsure whether a material contains asbestos?
Do not disturb or dispose of the material until you know what it is. If you suspect a product may contain asbestos, seek appropriate professional advice or testing before handling it, and contact Melville Bin Hire before arranging disposal.