Asbestos Forums and Workshops

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LGNSW offers the following types of asbestos training and briefings for councils in partnership with the Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA). Councils that would like support in implementing an asbestos policy based on the Model Asbestos Policy can contact LGNSW to arrange for training, a forum or meeting.

Best Practice Asbestos Management Forums for Councils

LGNSW, in collaboration with the Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) and councils, holds best practice asbestos forums across NSW. These forums offer participants the opportunity to explore the role that councils play in the safe management and regulation of asbestos within their Local Government Areas. To enquire about upcoming forums or to host a forum at your council contact Daniel Adler, LGNSW Asbestos Policy Project Manager, via email at Daniel.adler@lgnsw.org.au or call 02 9242 4128.

Naturally Occurring Asbestos Forums

These forums are for councils with known areas of naturally occurring asbestos (NOA) or areas with the potential for NOA. For more information download the Naturally Occurring Asbestos Forum Flyer PDF, 125KB).

Discussion Groups - Developing a Local Asbestos Policy

These discussion groups offer councils the chance to come together and informally discuss the preparation or implementation of their asbestos policy. Contact Daniel Adler if your council is interested in hosting a discussion group.

Asbestos Management Training Workshops

LGNSW, in conjunction with the NSW Government, holds asbestos management training workshops across NSW to support councils in adopting the Model Asbestos Policy. Download the Asbestos Management Training Workshops Flyer (PDF, 125KB).

Speed Talks and Discussion

In September 2014, the Asbestos Speed Talks and Discussion event held in Parramatta was booked out, attracting 40 council staff. The forum offered new updates and networking opportunities across all levels of government and the private sector. Download the Speed Talks and Discussion Flyer (PDF, 125KB).

Previously held training

In 2013 and 2014, LGNSW held 14 Asbestos Management Training Workshops across NSW and 433 council staff from 130 councils (86% of NSW councils) attended. We also briefed 26 councils on loose fill asbestos insulation.

In 2015, 36 councils took advantage of the free forums on naturally occurring asbestos held in five locations across NSW.

See a full list of dates and locations LGNSW has previously held asbestos training (PDF, 165KB).

Aboriginal Employees Asbestos Training Scholarships 2016

LGNSW together with the Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) with the support of the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency (ASEA) funded two scholarships for Aboriginal employees in 2016. They were awarded to Mr Alfred Proberts from Ballina Shire Council and Ms Georgina Piper from Cootamundra-Gundagai Shire Council. 

Meet the past Scholarship recipients

picture of Mr Alfred Roberts

Name: Mr Alfred Proberts
 
Title: Ranger
 
Council: Ballina Shire Council
 
Scholarship: Registration, travel and accommodation costs to attend the 3rd International Conference on Asbestos Awareness and Management (the conference), being held 13 - 15 November 2016 in Adelaide.
 
About: Mr Proberts has been a Ranger at Ballina Shire Council for the past three and a half years. Mr Proberts has successfully completed Certificates III and IV in Regulatory Services / Local Government / Rangers. In 2014, Mr Proberts was awarded Indigenous Apprentice / Trainee of the Year by NovaSkill. Outside of work, Mr Proberts has been involved in his community by serving as a touch football referee.
 
Reasons for applying: Mr Proberts applied for the scholarship to learn more about asbestos, benefit from knowledge that will assist him in his daily work tasks and be a key contact person within Council in relation to asbestos management.
 
Sharing knowledge gained: As a Ranger, Mr Proberts will provide education to other Council officers as well as advice to the community on correct asbestos management. Mr Proberts is known for always showing enthusiasm for his position, taking an interest in the local environment and a willingness to enhance his knowledge.
 
Ms Georgina Piper
 

Name: Ms Georgina Piper

Title: Health & Building Personal Assistant Customer Service

Council: Cootamundra-Gundagai Shire Council

Scholarship: Travel and accommodation costs to attend free Asbestos Awareness Training being held by LGNSW with Greencap in Parramatta on 27 September 2016.

About: Ms Piper has worked for Cootamundra-Gundagai Council, a recently amalgamated Council (Cootamundra Shire Council and Gundagai Shire Council) for 20 years, including 10 years in her current role. Outside of work, Ms Piper has served the local community as a Local Junior Rugby League volunteer and Youth Council volunteer.

Reasons for applying: Ms Piper has a passionate interest in public health issues, with asbestos being of particular interest, including loose fill asbestos insulation and naturally occurring asbestos which is known to occur in Gundagai.

Sharing knowledge gained: As an Aboriginal woman who is well known within the community and the Council, Ms Piper is well placed to pass on the knowledge she gains as a result of the training scholarship. For example, Ms Piper is often in contact with local builders and home owners as part of her role at Cootamundra-Gundagai Council. Ms Piper noted “I see this as an excellent opportunity to pass on relevant knowledge and information around asbestos awareness on our local area”.

 

 

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Contact

  • For information about asbestos in NSW please contact:
  • SafeWork NSW
  • Ph: 
    1800 272 378

Contact

  • For information about loose fill asbestos insulation ('Mr Fluffy') please contact:
  • Service NSW
  • Ph: 
    13 77 88