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Project Remediate and the Interest Free-Loan
Project Remediate is the introduction of a 10-year interest-free loan to applicable owners’ corporations for cladding remediation works. The NSW Government will pay for the interest on the loans on behalf of unit owners to fund and fast-track the...
How long will Project Remediate take and what are the steps involved?
How long will Project Remediate take and what are the steps involved? There is an 11-step streamlined process designed to ensure that the owners corporation is guided along the way and receive quality assurance from every service provider and...
Which Version of the BCA applies to Construction Work?
The Office of the Building Commissioner has recently provided clarity on the application of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in construction projects. Understanding this is vital, as adherence to industry practices might not necessarily equate...
Why Asbestos Should Concern You
Asbestos can cause serious illness. The particles can become airborne and easily breathed into the lungs, potentially causing health problems during exposure. Although most fibres breathed in during exposure are removed from your lungs by your...
The Stages of Asbestos Management
Stage 1: Asbestos Register and Management Plan If you manage or control a workplace, it’s your responsibility to ensure an asbestos register and management plan is prepared, maintained and kept at the workplace. An asbestos register is a visual and...
Do You Have Materials Containing Asbestos in Your Home?
Friable asbestos (FA) products have been commonly used in commercial and industrial settings since the late 1800s for fireproofing, soundproofing and insulation. Some friable products were also used in houses and may still be found in houses built...