Licences, registrations and authorisations

Any removal of asbestos must be carried out by a licensed asbestos removalist.

Workers must complete general construction induction training before they can carry out construction work.

A high risk work licence is issued to workers who carry out high risk work activities.

Organisations that store, handle and process large quantities of hazardous materials must follow legal requirements, including notification and licensing.

Some plant design and items of plant must be registered, under the WHS Regulations.

The 'person conducting a business or undertaking' (PCBU) and their workers must have authorisation from Comcare to use, handle, or store prohibited or restricted carcinogens.