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30th November 2012 Our Ref: J114032 J114032 D5 120 Spencer St 20121129
C107089:TMW
Peter Kharsas
Teska Carson Pty Ltd
516 Church Street
RICHMOND VIC 3121
Dear Peter
Re: Asbestos Risk Assessment - UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne
Please find enclosed our Asbestos Risk Assessment, reference J114032, conducted at UGL
Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne. This work was conducted for Teska Carson Pty Ltd
on the 14th November 2012 by Tricia Williams. The audit confirms that there is a negligible
risk of exposure to building tenants.
Refurbishment or renovation of facade will require an updated audit and intrusive
sampling to identify residual asbestos with former asbestos-products and associated with
concealed and enclosed spaces generally restricted from access.
This assessment was performed in accordance with the requirements of Part 4.3, Division 5
of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007.
If any further information is required or if you have any queries regarding this information
please do not hesitate to contact this office on (03) 9890 8811.
Yours sincerely
NOEL ARNOLD & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD
Tricia Williams
Health Safety and Environment Consultant
Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd
Level 3 / 818 Whitehorse Road
Box Hill Victoria 3128 Australia
Ph: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911
www.noel-arnold.com.au
J114032 D5 120 Spencer St 20121129:TMW
Asbestos Risk Assessment
Teska Carson Pty Ltd
UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne
J114032
C107089
November 2012
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Asbestos Risk Assessment
UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne
Executive Summary This report documents the findings of the Asbestos Risk Assessment Review conducted at the
UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne. The risk assessment review was performed by
Tricia Williams on 14th November 2012.
This review was performed in accordance with the Part 4.3, Division 5 of the Victorian
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007. The objective of a Division 5 audit review
is to assess the condition of previously identified asbestos materials and reassess the risk posed
by the asbestos materials.
The scope of the risk assessment review was restricted to areas identified to contain asbestos
in the previous Noel Arnold and Associates audit Referenced 36537 ARREP-02.
The major findings of this risk assessment were:
Throughout Building:- Plant - asbestos containing flange gaskets
Throughout Building:- HVAC ductwork - Asbestos containing ductwork mastic
Level 23 Plant room:- Asbestos bituminous under sink lining
Level 21 External:- Suspected asbestos eave facade
The building was formerly fire-rated with asbestos containing vermiculite fire-proofing material
to structural steel elements throughout the building. This material has been completely
removed over abatement programs conducted in the 1990s to early 2000.
The tenancy floors are effectively clear of asbestos and there is no asbestos exposure risk to
building occupants.
Remnant asbestos materials is confined to dusts and debris is concealed spaces of perimeter
column risers, gaskets and seals to machinery and plant and potential for minor quantities of
asbestos in remote parts of the HVAC plant. These items are maintenance controllable and
any work is associated with maintenance or service contractors only.
It is recommended that the building management processes incorporate guidance for
maintenance contractors:
1) Working in perimeter column risers where work may involve high dust disturbance
2) Working to maintain plant where gaskets and seals are exposed during dismantling
equipment
3) Upgrading the HVAC system causing significant alteration to air flows, changing
configurations or dismantling ducts.
Our professional judgement and experience was used in the identification and location of
materials suspected of containing asbestos in accessible and representative areas. Should
any personnel come across any suspected hazardous material or materials unknown to them,
work should cease immediately in the affected areas until further sampling and investigation
is performed.
Other recommendations relating to the management of the identified asbestos materials are
contained in the body of this report.
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Statement of Limitations
This report has been prepared in accordance with the agreement between Teska Carson Pty Ltd and
Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd.
Within the limitations of the agreed upon scope of services, this work has been undertaken and
performed in a professional manner, in accordance with generally accepted practices, using a degree
of skill and care ordinarily exercised by members of its profession and consulting practice. No other
warranty, expressed or implied, is made.
This report is solely for the use of Teska Carson Pty Ltd and any reliance on this report by third parties shall
be at such party's sole risk and may not contain sufficient information for purposes of other parties or for
other uses. This report shall only be presented in full and may not be used to support any other
objective than those set out in the report, except where written approval with comments are provided
by Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd.
This report relates only to the identification of asbestos-containing materials used in the construction of
the building and does not include the identification of dangerous goods or hazardous substances in the
form of chemicals used, stored or manufactured within the building or plant.
“The following should also be noted:
While the survey has attempted to locate the asbestos-containing materials within the site it should be
noted that the review was a visual inspection and a limited sampling program was conducted and/or
the analysis results of the previous report were used. Representative samples of suspect asbestos
materials were collected for analysis. Other asbestos materials of similar appearance are assumed to
have a similar content.
Not all suspected asbestos materials were sampled. Only those asbestos materials that were physically
accessible could be located and identified. Therefore it is possible that asbestos materials, which may
be concealed within inaccessible areas/voids, may not have been located during the audit. Such
inaccessible areas fall into a number of categories.
(a) Locations behind locked doors.
(b) Inset set ceilings or wall cavities.
(c) Those areas accessible only by dismantling equipment or performing minor localised demolition
works.
(d) Service shafts, ducts etc., concealed within the building structure.
(e) Energised services, gas, electrical, pressurised vessel and chemical lines
(f) Voids or internal areas of machinery, plant, equipment, air conditioning ducts etc.
(g) Totally inaccessible areas such as voids and cavities created and intimately concealed within the
building structure. These voids are only accessible during major demolition works.
(h) Height restricted areas.
(i) Areas deemed unsafe or hazardous at time of audit
In addition to areas that were not accessible, the possible presence of hazardous building materials
may not have been assessed because it was not considered practicable as:
1. It would require unnecessary dismantling of equipment; and/or
2. It was considered disruptive to the normal operations of the building; and/or
3. It may have caused unnecessary damage to equipment, furnishings or surfaces; and/or
4. The hazardous material was not considered to represent a significant exposure risk
5. The time taken to determine the presence of the hazardous building material was considered
prohibitive.
Only minor destructive auditing and sampling techniques were employed to gain access to those areas
documented in Appendix A. Consequently, without substantial demolition of the building, it is not
possible to guarantee that every source of hazardous material has been detected.
During the course of normal site works care should be exercised when entering any previously
inaccessible areas or areas mentioned above and it is imperative that work cease pending further
sampling if materials suspected of containing asbestos or unknown materials are encountered.
Therefore during any refurbishment or demolition works, further investigations and assessment may be
required should any suspect material be observed in previously inaccessible areas or areas not fully
inspected previously, i.e. carpeted floors.
This report is not intended to be used for the purposes of tendering, programming of works,
refurbishment works or demolition works unless used in conjunction with a specification detailing the
extent of the works. To ensure its contextual integrity, the report must be read in its entirety and should
not be copied, distributed or referred to in part only.”
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Asbestos Risk Assessment
UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................................................... 1
2. Scope of Work ............................................................................................... 1
3. Limits of Risk Assessment .............................................................................. 1
4. Methodology ................................................................................................. 2
5. Findings .......................................................................................................... 2
5.1 Site Description .................................................................................................. 2
5.2 Discussions with Relevant Personnel ................................................................ 3
5.3 Review of Available Documentation ............................................................... 3
5.4 Visual Inspection and Sampling Program ....................................................... 3
6. Summary of Findings .................................................................................... 3
7. Recommendations ....................................................................................... 4
7.1 Management Recommendations .................................................................... 4
7.2 General .............................................................................................................. 4
7.2.1 Residual Asbestos from Former Asbestos Abatement Works ..................4
7.3 Underground Services ....................................................................................... 4
8. Glossary of Terms .......................................................................................... 5
9. Reference Documents .................................................................................. 6
Appendix A: Asbestos Materials Register ............................................................ I
Appendix B: Photographs ...................................................................................... I
Appendix C: Asbestos Identification Analysis (Bulk Sample) Results ............. III
Appendix D: Risk Assessment Factors ................................................................ IV
Appendix E: Risk Status Priority Rating System for Control of Asbestos-
Containing Materials ............................................................................................ VI
Appendix F: Victorian OHS Legislative Requirements .................................... VIII
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1. Introduction
This report documents the findings of the Asbestos Risk Assessment Review conducted at UGL
Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne. The risk assessment was performed by Tricia Williams
on 14th November 2012.
The audit is in accordance with the Part 4.3, Division 5 of the Victorian Occupational Health
and Safety Regulations 2007.
The objective of a Division 5 Asbestos Risk Assessment Review is to:
Determine, so far as is practical, whether asbestos is present in the workplace
To assess the risks posed by the materials identified.
Recommend control actions necessary to manage these asbestos-related risks
At the time of preparation of this assessment, there was planned redevelopment of Level 22
reception area, a separate Hazardous Materials audit was conducted within this area, Refer
J114032 - Nominated Area L22 Report (Nov 2012) for details. This audit confirmed that there
were no asbestos hazards observed that would be impacted by the works.
No other planned refurbishment, demolition or drawings for scheduled works were received
indicating any further works to this building.
2. Scope of Work
The scope of this Asbestos Risk Assessment Review was to:
Review previous asbestos records to identify the status of asbestos removal and audits
undertaken in the site
Inspect representative areas of the site to identify and review the condition of asbestos
materials
Compile an up-dated asbestos register for the site
Make comments for ongoing management of the asbestos materials and describe
requirements for asbestos-related activities
3. Limits of Risk Assessment
The building has been extensive remodelled internally with new ceilings and building furnishings
and the refurbishment has removed asbestos fire-rating materials throughout the majority of
areas of the building. The only areas of remaining asbestos are likely to involve enclosed spaces
of the building, voids containing residues of former asbestos materials, gasket seals to original
installed plant and machinery pre-dating 1998; building facade panels; cements; putties and
mastics and floor screeds.
This report is not adequate for the purposes of refurbishment or demolition works. The asbestos
regulations require a more intrusive risk assessment to be conducted prior to commencement of
such works.
It is noted that given the constraints of practicable access encountered during the risk
assessment survey, the following typical areas were not accessed or inspected:
Height restricted areas of the site and ceilings where safe lifting platforms were not
provided
Inaccessible culverts and floor trenches or tunnels under the building
Building facade fixing brackets and panels under the external claddings
Under carpeted floor coverings in all areas
Behind ceramic wall tiles in rooftop plant and basement areas
Inside mechanical HVAC plant and equipment
Gaskets, mastics and sealants to pipework, ductwork, mechanical equipment and
construction/expansion joints
Waterproof roof membranes
Motor rooms of dumb waiters
Lift shaft and lift cabin fittings
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Within air conditioning re-heat boxes
Within electrical switchboard cupboard or backing
Other specific areas not accessed or inspected and which we suspect may contain asbestos-
containing materials are described in Appendix A – Asbestos Materials Register. These areas
should be assumed to contain asbestos until such a time that they can be assessed for the
presence or absence of asbestos-containing materials.
4. Methodology
The assessment was carried out in accordance with the Victorian Occupational Health and
Safety Regulations 2007 and the guidelines documented in the Victoria‟s compliance Code of
Practice for the Management and Control of Asbestos in Work Places [NOHSC: 2018 (2005)].
The survey involved:
Discussions with relevant personnel to ascertain the building age and history.
Review of relevant documentation including previous audit reports and abatement records.
A visual inspection of the condition of accessible and representative asbestos materials. The
buildings were occupied at the time of assessment and the survey was conducted during
normal business hours.
The collection and analysis of materials suspected of containing asbestos. Small
representative samples were collected in plastic bags with clip-lock seals. These samples
were analysed in Noel Arnold & Associates‟ NATA-accredited laboratory for the presence of
asbestos by Polarised Light Microscopy.
A strategy of using representative samples of suspected asbestos-containing materials has
been used to minimise the number of samples and degree of disturbance. Because of this
strategy, results of the risk assessment should be interpreted such that all visually similar materials
in the same vicinity must be assumed to be composed of the same material until proven
otherwise.
In accordance with Regulation 4.3.20 of the OHS Regulations, inaccessible areas that are
likely to contain asbestos must be assumed as containing asbestos-containing material until
further inspection and analysis of samples has been undertaken by an approved analyst.
Where it was determined that asbestos was present, the risk assessment was based on the
following factors:
Type of asbestos-containing material
Degree of friability
Surface treatment
The material condition
Location and accessibility
Activity and disturbance potential
The ranking of the exposure risk posed by the asbestos-containing materials evaluates (i) the
potential for fibre generation, and, (ii) the potential for exposure to person(s). Where these
factors have indicated that there is a possibility of exposure to airborne fibres, appropriate risk
control measures are recommended.
A priority assessment system is adopted to assist in the identifying priorities for control of
asbestos risk items based upon exposure risk.
5. Findings
5.1 Site Description
The property located at the UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne is currently occupied
by UGL as the major tenant. The building is a concrete structure, with tilt-up panel construction
with external cladding, with 23 high-rise floors and 3 Basement floor levels.
The Ground Floor as refurbished completely in the last three years and presently accommodates
five retail tenancies. The former tunnel link way with the former Spencer Street Station (Southern
Cross Station) has been removed and closed to this building.
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The building comprises of a steel beam super structure with tilt up panel construction. All of the
general construction materials used throughout the floors include plasterboard walls with either
plasterboard or suspended SMF ceiling tiles.
The site has undergone asbestos removal on all levels during the mid-1980s to late 1990s. This
involved the removal of sprayed limpet fireproofing to the structural steel members on all floors.
Other asbestos abatement that has been completed in this building has been the removal of
non-friable asbestos based materials during the friable abatement operations.
5.2 Discussions with Relevant Personnel
Discussions were held with the following personnel who provided relevant information on the
likelihood of there being asbestos-containing materials on site:
Date Name - Title Company Information Provided
14/11/12 John Abatzidis Teska & Carson
Pty Ltd
Age of building
Date and extent of refurbishment
Knowledge of presence of asbestos
(aware or not aware of friable materials
and non-friable materials)
5.3 Review of Available Documentation
On request, the following documents were provided for review. The contents of these reports
were considered in undertaking this risk assessment.
Date Title Author/Company
10/10/2003 36537 ARREP-02 Andrew Malcolm
Noel Arnold & Associates
The 2004 report stated that at this assessment, the removal of asbestos containing fire-rating
had been completed on the 1st to 22nd floors inclusive. The Ground floor had not been
remodelled and the 2004 audit was completed, Kane Constructions completed a complete
refurbishment of the floor.
5.4 Visual Inspection and Sampling Program
Eight (8) samples of suspected asbestos-containing materials were collected during the
assessment; detailed findings of the risk assessment can be found in Appendix A - Asbestos
Materials Register.
6. Summary of Findings
The findings of the assessment show that the building tenancy areas are clear of installed
asbestos materials, with the extensive removal of asbestos fire-proofing completed and new
vermiculite fire-rating applied to steel surfaces.
The original plant and ductwork that dates back to the building construction and associated
plant room and basement areas are presumed to contain: asbestos materials as follows:
Throughout plant - Asbestos containing flange gaskets
Throughout ductwork - Asbestos containing ductwork mastic
Level 23 Plant room - Asbestos bituminous under sink lining
Level 21 External – Suspected asbestos eave facade
The risk of asbestos exposure to building tenants is assessed to be negligible.
The known source of residual asbestos is associated with internal columnar voids of the external
risers, which originally contained asbestos cement pipes. The nature of confined risers and pipe
stacks means that asbestos materials can be caught in surfaces in between floors. The base at
each access point has been cleaned and there is no exposure risk entering the risers at
designated access points, but potentially concealed parts of the riser may contain fragments of
the ACM material.
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Other remaining asbestos items in the building are either external to the building, i.e. rooftop;
facade and external eaves, or concealed and installed inside plant and machinery.
Remnant asbestos materials is confined to dusts and debris is concealed spaces of perimeter
column risers, gaskets and seals to machinery and plant and potential for minor quantities of
asbestos in remote parts of the HVAC plant. These items are maintenance controllable and
any work is associated with maintenance or service contractors only.
Precautions for maintenance and servicing of plant and machinery should adopt checks of
gasket seals where plant is dismantled and work performed in line with Division 8, asbestos-
related activity set-out in Part 4.3 Asbestos requirements of the Victorian OHS Regulations
2007.
Where demolition of building elements and plant is conducted, a Division 6 audit must be
conducted in line with Division 6 of Part 4.3 Asbestos requirements of the Victorian OHS
Regulations 2007.
Where there is a proposal to work externally on the building, i.e. windows or façade, intrusive
and destructive testing must be conducted within the external facade panelling to access
putties and cement associated with windows or construction joints.
7. Recommendations
Based on the findings of this risk assessment, the following recommendations are made:
7.1 Management Recommendations
A Division 6 audit must be conducted in any area prior to demolition, refurbishment,
alteration or modification works that may impinge upon areas highlighted in Appendix A, as
areas of „no access‟ should be assumed to contain asbestos and/or other hazardous
materials.
Appropriate management planning should be implemented in order to control access and
maintenance activities to these areas, until such a time as they can be accessed and the
presence or absence of hazardous materials can be confirmed.
The Management Plan or Contractor Guidelines for work in 120 Spencer Street should be
updated with your nominated service contractors and reviewed annually to inform them that
the building floors are clear of asbestos, however, work that will cause gross disturbance of
settled dusts and/or require dismantlement or demolition of plant, machinery and perimeter
riser columns must be checked prior to work commencing gin case of asbestos materials and
residue.
7.2 General
7.2.1 Residual Asbestos from Former Asbestos Abatement Works
WorkSafe Victoria has reissued a prohibition order on June 28, 2007, under Section 55
provisions of the Dangerous Goods Act. The order placed prohibitions on the removal of any
asbestos that is deemed greater than “minor contamination” and is not fixed or installed.
Such removal must be conducted by a licensed asbestos removalist. Asbestos that is not
fixed or installed would include loose asbestos residues, asbestos-containing dusts and debris.
Settled dust in the areas of previous asbestos abatement works., such as hollow risers and
horizontal surfaces under asbestos cement roofs and adjacent to asbestos lagged pipelines
7.3 Underground Services
This assessment does not include the inspection of the internals of pipework, underground
tanks, sullage pits, storm water drains, sump pits or any other area not readily and safely
accessible. In these areas the consultant will make assumptions as to the likelihood of
asbestos-containing materials existing and state the reasoning for the assumption.
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8. Glossary of Terms
The following glossary of terms has been referenced from the consolidated Occupational
Health and Safety regulations 2007 and related codes.
Term Definition
Approved asbestos analyst means an analyst approved – (a) by NATA to perform asbestos fibre counting
or to identify asbestos in samples, and to issue findings as endorsed reports
under the authority of a NATA accredited laboratory; or (b) by some other
scheme determined by the Authority under regulation 1.1.6.
Asbestos means – (a) the fibrous form of the mineral silicates belonging to any one or a
combination of the serpentine and amphibole groups of rock-forming
minerals, including actionolite, amosite (brown asbestos), anthophyllite,
crocidolite (blue asbestos), chrysotile (white asbestos) or tremolite; or (b) any
material or object, whether natural or manufactured, that contains one or
more of the mineral silicates referred to in paragraph (a)
Asbestos-containing material means any manufactured material or object that, as part of its design,
contains one or more of the mineral silicates referred to in paragraph (a) of
the definitions of asbestos (other than plant in which asbestos is fixed or
installed).
Asbestos-contaminated dust A Government Prohibition Order made under the Dangerous Goods Act,
originally issued on December 17, 2003 relating to the removal of asbestos
that is not fixed or installed (e.g. asbestos-contaminated dust), cannot be
performed by unlicensed contractors. This prohibition does not apply to the
removal of such asbestos where the asbestos does not constitute more than
minor contamination
Asbestos licence holder means an employer or self-employed person who is the holder of an asbestos
removal licence issued under Part 6.1 (Licences)
Asbestos occupational health
and safety management system
means an occupational health and safety management system that is – (a)
related to asbestos removal work; and (b) accredited or approved by JAS-
ANZ or determined by the Authority under regulation 1.1.6.
Asbestos para-occupational air
monitoring
means air sampling to estimate the airborne asbestos fibre concentration in
the occupational environment, taken at fixed locations, usually between 1
and 2 metres above floor level, in accordance with – (a) the Membrane Filter
Method; or (b) a method determined by the Authority under regulation 1.1.6.
Asbestos register means the asbestos register kept under regulation 4.3.21 as advised in
accordance with Part 4.3 (Asbestos)
Asbestos removal licence means (a) a Class A asbestos removal licence; or (b) a Class B asbestos
removal licence
Asbestos removal supervisor means a person who is appointed by an asbestos licence holder to oversee
asbestos removal work in accordance with regulation 4.3.62.
Asbestos removal work (asbestos
abatement)
means the removal of asbestos that is fixed or installed in a building, structure,
ship or plant so that the asbestos is no longer fixed or installed in that building,
structure, ship or plant, up to the point of containment.
Asbestos waste means asbestos removed and disposable items used during asbestos
removal work or asbestos-related activities under Division 8 of Part 4.3
(Asbestos), including plastic sheeting and disposable personal protective
clothing and disposable protective equipment including tools.
Assessment of competency means an assessment under Division 3 of Part 3.6.
Chrysotile-containing material means asbestos-containing material that contains chrysotile asbestos
Class A asbestos removal licence means a licence that permits the holder to remove asbestos of any kind as
specified in the licence
Class B asbestos removal licence means a licence that allows the holder to remove non-friable asbestos-
containing material as specified in the licence
Fall arrest system means equipment or material or a combination of equipment and material
that is designed to arrest the fall of a person;
Example – industrial safety net, catch platform or safety harness system (other
than a travel restraint system)
Friable when dry, (a) may be crumbled, pulverised or reduced to powder by hand
pressure, or (b)as a result of a work process becomes such that it may be
crumbled, pulverised or reduced to powder by hand pressure.
Emergency work, in Part 5.1 means work that is required to be immediately undertaken to rectify an
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Term Definition
(Construction) unexpected breakdown of an essential service (including gas, water,
sewerage, electricity and telecommunications) to enable continuance of
that service.
Employer‟s asbestos register means the employer‟s asbestos register kept under regulation 4.3.29 as
revised in accordance with Part 4.3 (Asbestos)
Person in management and
control
Responsibility under Part 4.3 of the OHS Regulations 2007 - a) must eliminate
so far as is reasonably practicable the exposure of persons at the workplace
to airborne asbestos fibres; or b) if it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate
that exposure, must reduce that exposure so far as is reasonably practicable.
Employer Means a person who employs one or more other persons under contracts of
employment or contracts of training.
Person Includes a body corporate, unincorporated body or association or
partnership.
Occupier (or apparent occupier) defined in the Victorian Occupational Health & Safety Act – 2004 as in “in
relation to a serving of various notices and reports, including provisional
improvement notices, and reports for rights of entry, warrants and collection
of samples by inspectors.
SMF Synthetic Mineral Fibre (SMF) insulation products including rockwool, mineral
fibre, slagwool, glass wool, continuous filament glass and refractory ceramic
fibre
9. Reference Documents
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007
WorkSafe Victoria‟s Compliance Code for Managing Asbestos the Workplaces 2008
Safe Work Australia‟s Code of Practice on How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the
Workplace 2011
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Asbestos Risk Assessment
Teska Carson Pty Ltd
UGL Building - 120 Spencer Street Melbourne
Appendix A: Asbestos Materials Register
Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
ExternalEave Facade Level 21 - No access
No Access - Assumed Present
Assumed Positive
Good Non - Friable
Low Low P3 When access is available
These areas have been left due to no safe access at the time of previous asbestos removal works. (Refer to documents 14121 dated 10 March 1998,14121dated 12 March 1998 and 14121 dated 23 March 1998)
Walls - concrete
Fascia Panels - metal
Fascia fixing bracket - no access
No access at time of audit further investigation required
Roof - concrete
Internal - GeneralThroughout
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Perimeter column risers containing storm water and services (access at only specified floor levels)
Asbestos remnant debris Not sampled Assumed Positive
Fair Non - Friable
Low Low P3 Prior to major work
The access floors inside the columns have been previously cleaned, but there remains a low risk of remnant AC sheet debris originating from former AC drainpipes removed in the late 1990s. The removal of assumed ACM debris is regulated as a Class A licensed removal activity and the conditions and presence of ACM debris must be determined prior to future refurbishment or works that may disturb internal materials for a proper assessment and control program to be prepared.
J114032 Asbestos Register 120 Spencer 20121122 120 Spencer St Page 2
Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Ceiling Cavities Throughout Vermiculite fire rating Similar to J114032/08
It is assumed that the removal of the original asbestos vermiculite application to steel has been completed and cleared by a Class A licensed contractor and hygienist to the standards prevailing in the 1990s prior to the current legislation. Records of former clearance certificates and details of any qualifications must be reviewed and maintained for future reference.
J114032 Asbestos Register 120 Spencer 20121122 120 Spencer St Page 3
Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Ceiling Cavities Throughout Settled dusts Not sampled Negative It is unlikely that there is any asbestos contaminated dusts above a minor nature present in any ceiling space cleared by a Class A licensed removal contractor under former regulatory requirements. Asbestos can be detected by trace analysis however for asbestos contamination to be above a minor nature, the level of asbestos must be in a form that could lead to airborne respirable asbestos fibres.
HVAC System and Perimeter riser shafts
Settled dusts Not sampled Assumed Positive
Fair Dust Low Low P3 Prior to major work
Remnant asbestos materials is confined to dusts and debris is concealed spaces of perimeter column risers and plant and potential for minor quantities of asbestos in remote parts of the HVAC plant.
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Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Electrical Cabinets Throughout
Electrical Cupboard - Metal Switchboard
No Access Assumed Positive
No access due to electrical hazard. Suspected to contain asbestos bituminous electrical backing boards. Further investigation required when access become available
Ductwork Throughout Ductwork Flanges - mastic Similar to J114032 - 04
Assumed Positive
Good Non - Friable
Low Low P4 November 2017
Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Pipework Throughout Pipework Flange - gasket material
Similar to J114032 - 06
Assumed Positive
Good Non - Friable
Low Low P4 November 2012
Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Lifts throughout
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Lift Motor / brakes - Pads assumed to contain asbestos, No access
No Access Assumed Positive
When access is available
Assumed to contain asbestos. Maintain in good order, replace with non asbestos pads as part of routine maintenance. No access further investigation required when access become available.
Lift Doors - No access to internal core
No Access Assumed Positive
When access is available
Maintain in good order. No access further investigation required when access become available
Lift Electrical System - No access, electrical cables and equipment
No Access Assumed Positive
When access is available
Maintain in good order. No access further investigation required when access become available
General Tenancies - Level 1 - 20
Floors - carpet and new style sheet vinyl on concrete
Floor Lift Foyers - carpet or ceramic tile
Walls - concrete & plaster
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Ceiling - plaster and suspended SMF tiles
General Tenancies Amenities - Level 1 - 20
Floors - ceramic tile on concrete
Walls - plaster
Splashbacks - tiles on plaster
Cubical walls - timber laminated
Ceilings - plaster
Ceiling Cavities Throughout
Ductworks - Foil Wrapped SMF
Pipework - combination of foil wrapped SMF and Neoprene Rubber
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Vermiculite based fire-rating materials to structural steel beams
Structural Steel - Metal and adjoining concrete structure in the immediate vicinity of the steel throughout the building high-rise.
Similar to J114032/08
Negative This material is a non-asbestos replacement compound that replaced the original asbestos based vermiculite, previously stripped by Class A licensed contractors
Electrical & Communication Risers
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - concrete
Fire Suppression - SMF pillows and Fire Stop
Basement Riser - Insulation material in soil
Previously Sampled 36537 -
04
Negative
Goods Lift Foyers - Floor B3 to Level 23
Floor - Concrete
Floor Finish Lower Levels - Vinyl floor tiles. 300mm x 300mm Green Tiles
Previously Sampled 36537-
02
Negative
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Floor Finish Upper Levels - New style sheet vinyl
Walls - Brick
Ceiling - Plasterboard
Electrical Cupboard Switchboard - Internals
No Access Assumed Positive
9 When access is available
Label & maintain in good order . No access due to electrical hazard. Suspected to contain asbestos bituminous electrical backing boards. Further investigation required when access become available
Fire Doors - Non asbestos cores
Doors installed in 1997 as part of the redevelopment works for the site.
Goods Lift Foyer LB3 - L22 Toilets/Store Room
Floor - Concrete
Floor Finish - Ceramic Tiles or new style sheet vinyl
Walls - Plasterboard
Ceiling - Plasterboard
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Splashbacks - Ceramic Tiles over Plasterboard
Cubical Walls - Laminated Timber
Basement Carparks
Ductwork Flanges - mastic Similar to J114032 - 04
Assumed Positive
Good Non - Friable
Low Low P4 Nov 17 Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - exposed concrete soffit
Beam treatment - vermiculite fire proofing
Similar to J114032/08
Negative This material is a non-asbestos replacement compound that replaced the original asbestos based vermiculite, previously stripped by Class A licensed contractors
Internal - Specific AreasBasement B3
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Sprinkler & Hydrant Pump Room
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - concrete
Pipework insulation - combination of foil wrapped SMF and Neoprene Rubber
Pipework - metal
Pipework Flange Gaskets - fibrous material
J114032 - 01 Negative
Backup Pump Motor (blue) Exhaust pipe Flange - gasket material
J114032 - 02 Positive 1 Good Friable Low Low P3 Nov 17 Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Backup Pump Motor (blue) Exhaust pipe - insulation
No Access Assumed Positive
2 Good Friable Low Low P3 Nov 17 Asbestos label affixed. Maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Basement B1
Carpark Plant Rooms
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - concrete
Yellow pipework Flange - gasket material
J114032 - 03 Negative
Electrical Cabinets - Metal No Access Assumed Positive
When access is available
Maintain in good order. No access due to electrical hazard. Suspected to contain asbestos bituminous electrical backing boards. Further investigation required when access become available
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Treatment Tank Plant Room
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - concrete
Ductwork Flanges - mastic J114032 - 04 Positive 3 Good Non - Friable
Low Low P4 Nov 17 Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Carpark Attendant Office
Floor - vinyl tile on concrete
Walls - plaster
Ceiling - plaster
Cleaners - toilet/Bin wash area
Floor - vinyl tile on concrete
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Walls - ceramic tile on concrete
Ceiling - plaster
Behind Urinal - no access No Access Assumed Positive
10 Nov 17 No access behind urinal, suspected to contain asbestos bituminous lining. Further investigation required prior to any works being conducted within this area
Entry from carport B1 to goods lifts
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - concrete
Loading doc - metal
Fire door to goods lift - Internal insulation / core assumed to contain asbestos
No Access Assumed Positive
4 Good Friable Low Low P3 Nov 17 Further investigation required. Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Level 9
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Level 9 Plant Rooms
Floor - concrete
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - concrete
Plant room Adjacent Goods Lifts (NE corner of building) Ceiling structural beam - vermiculite insulation
J114032 - 08 Negative This material is a non-asbestos replacement compound that replaced the original asbestos based vermiculite, previously stripped by Class A licensed contractors
Pipework Gaskets - fibrous material
Similar to J114032 - 06
Positive Good Non - Friable
Low Low P3 Nov 17 Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Electrical SWB cabinets - internal linings
No Access Assumed Positive
When access is available
No access due to electrical hazard. Suspected to contain asbestos bituminous electrical backing boards. Further investigation required when access become available
Level 23 - Plantrooms
Floor - concrete
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Walls - concrete
Ceiling - metal/concrete
Sink adjacent goods lift, underside of sink - bituminous lining
J114032 - 05 Positive 5 Good Non - Friable
Low Low P3 Nov 17 Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan
Heater units throughout - linings
No Access Assumed Positive
6 Further investigation required when access is available. This material should be labelled, incorporated into an asbestos management plan and re-inspected periodically to monitor its condition. Remove by a licensed contractor prior to works which will affect this material
Ductwork Flanges - mastic Similar to J114032 - 04
Assumed Positive
Good Non - Friable
Low Low P4 Nov 17 Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Steam'O'Matic Boiler - Internal insulation
No Access Assumed Positive
7 When access is available
Further investigation required when access is available. This material should be labelled, incorporated into an asbestos management plan and re-inspected periodically to monitor its condition. Remove by a licensed contractor prior to works which will affect this material
Tank Room - Pipework Flange - gasket material
J114032 - 06 Positive 8 Good Non - Friable
Low Low P4 November 2012
Label and maintain in good order. This material should be incorporated into an asbestos management plan and procedures put in place for when maintenance occurs item should be replaced with alternate material.
Level 23 - Entertainment Room
Entertainment Room
Floor - carpet & new style sheet vinyl on concrete
Floor adjacent sink - vinyl tile on concrete
J114032 - 07 Negative
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Walls - plaster
Ceiling plaster
Toilets
Floor - new style sheet vinyl on concrete
Walls - plaster
Ceiling - plaster
Behind Urinal - Sound deadening lining assumed to be present to rear of item
No Access Assumed Positive
When access is available
Maintain in good order. No access behind urinal, suspected to contain asbestos bituminous lining. Further investigation required prior to any works being conducted within this area
Rooftop BBQ area
Floor membrane - Black bituminous membrane
Previously Sampled 36537 -
01
Negative
Walls - brick
Ceiling - shade sale
Ground Floor
Foyer
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Asbestos Risk Assessment Register November 2012Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd Our Ref: J114032818 Whitehorse Road Client Details: Teska & Carson Pty Ltd Client No. C107089Box Hill, Victoria, 3128 First Floor, 516 Church Street Site Details: 120 Spencer StreetPhone: (03) 9890 8811 Fax: (03) 9890 8911 Richmond Vic 3121 Melbourne Vic 3000
Survey Date: SPECIAL NOTES: Refer Text Sections: Areas Not Accessed and Labelling Requirements.
Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007
Location Item Sample No Sample Status
Dwg/ Photo Condition Friability Disturbance
PotentialRisk
Status Priority Re-inspect Date Comments
Note 1: Areas not accessed that may contain asbestos must be assumed to contain asbestos until determined otherwise by inspection and sampling in accordance with the14th Nov 2012
Floor - Marble tile on concrete
Walls - marble tile, plaster & glass
Ceiling - plaster
Lifts - no access
Fire Control Office
Floor - new style sheet vinyl on concrete
Wall - plaster
Ceiling - plaster
Retail Shops
Floor - ceramic tile or carpet on
Walls - plasters or ceramic tile
Ceiling - plaster and suspended SMF tiles
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Appendix B: Photographs
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Photo 1: Blue Backup Motor - Gaskets Photo 2: Muffler Insulation
Location: Basement B3 – Sprinkler/ Hydrant
Room
Location: Basement B3 – Sprinkler/ Hydrant
Room
Sample Reference: J114032 - 02 Sample Reference: No access
Item Status: Positive Item Status: Assumed Positive - Labelled
Photo 3: Ductwork Flanges - mastic Photo 4: Fire Door - insulation
Location: Basement B1 – Tank Treatment Rm Location: Basement B1 –Goods lift
Sample Reference: J114032 - 04 Sample Reference: No Access
Item Status: Positive Item Status: Assumed Positive
Photo 5: Under sink - bituminous lining Photo 6: Heater Units - lining
Location: Level23 Plant Room Location: Level 23
Sample Reference: J114302 - 05 Sample Reference: No Access
Item Status: Positive Item Status: Assumed Positive
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Photo 7: Steam-o-matic – Internal insulation Photo 8: Flange joints - gaskets
Location: Level 23 plant room Location: Level 23 – Tank Room
Sample Reference: No access Sample Reference: J114302 - 06
Item Status: Assumed Positive Item Status: Positive
Photo 9: Switchboard – internal backing
boards
Photo 10: Urinal – lining to rear of item
Location: Throughout building Location: Level B1 & 23 Male toilets
Sample Reference: No access Sample Reference: No Access
Item Status: Assumed Positive Item Status: Assumed Positive
Photo 11: Under sink - bituminous lining Photo 12: Heater Units - lining
Location: Level23 Plant Room Location: Level 23
Sample Reference: J114302 - 05 Sample Reference: No Access
Item Status: Positive Item Status: Assumed Positive
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Appendix C: Asbestos Identification Analysis (Bulk Sample) Results
Friday, 30/11/2012 Our ref: C107089:J114032
Peter Kharsas
Teska & Carson Pty Ltd
516 Church Street
RICHMOND VIC 3121
Dear Peter,
Yours sincerely
NOEL ARNOLD & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD
Kirsten Casey : Approved Identifier
Kirsten Casey : Approved Signatory
This letter presents the results of asbestos fibre identification analysis performed on 8 samples collected by
Tricia Williams of Noel Arnold & Associates Pty Ltd on Wednesday, 14 November 2012. The samples were
stated to be from 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000.
All sample analysis was performed using polarised light microscopy, including dispersion staining in our
Melbourne Laboratory in accordance with Noel Arnold and Associates Pty Ltd Test Method NALAB 302
“Asbestos Identification Analysis” and following the guidelines of Australian Standard AS4964-2004.
The results of the asbestos identification analysis are presented in the appended table.
Re: Asbestos Identification Analysis - 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
The samples will be kept for six months and then disposed of, unless otherwise directed.
Should you require further information please contact Tricia Williams.
Accredited for compliance with ISO/IEC 17020, Corporate
Site No. 18349.
Accredited for compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
Corporate Site No. 5450, Site No. 5443 Melbourne
Laboratory.
The results of the tests, calibrations and/or measurements
included in this document are traceable to
Australian/national standards.
This document shall not be reproduced except in full
Email: [email protected]
NOEL ARNOLD & ASSOCIATES PTY LTD
A.C.N. 006 318 010 A.B.N. 76 006 318 010
Level 3, 818 Whitehorse Road,
Box Hill, Victoria 3128 Australia
Phone: (03) 9890 8811
Fax: (03) 9890 8911
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Sample ID Analysis Result
J114032
01
J114032
02
J114032
03
J114032
04
J114032
05
J114032
06
J114032
07
J114032
08
Intermal, Level B1, Treatment Tank Plant Room, Ductwork Flange - mastic
~21 x 7 x 4 mm
Grey coated beige rubbery mastic material
Yellow painted black compressed fibrous sheet material
Internal, Level B1, Carpark Plant Room, Yellow Pipework, Flange - gasket
material
Melbourne Laboratory
Sample Analysis Results
120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
3
Internal, Level B3, Sprinkler & Hydrant Pump Room, Pipework Flange -
gasket material
Beige coated black bituminous compressed fibrous sheet material
~14 x 12 x 2 mm
Internal, Level B3, Sprinkler & Hydrant Pump Room, Backup Pump Motor,
Exhaust Pipe Flange - gasket material
Grey painted pink-grey compressed fibrous sheet material
~15 x 4 x 3 mm
Sample Location/Description/Weight or Size
Friday, 30/11/2012 Our ref: C107089:J114032
Site Location:
5
Internal, Level 23 Plantroom Entry, Under Sink Lining - bituminous material
Black bituminous compressed fibrous sheet material
~9 x 9 x 2 mm
No Asbestos Detected
Organic Fibres
Chrysotile (white asbestos)
~31 x 7 x 3 mm
No Asbestos Detected
Organic Fibres
Chrysotile (white asbestos)
4
1
2
8 Beige powder, mica, fibre vermiculite-type material
Chrysotile (white asbestos)
6
7
* Shaded row with bolded text indicates sample contains a positive result for asbestos.
Chrysotile (white asbestos)
No Asbestos Detected
No Asbestos Detected
Organic Fibres
Internal, Level 9, NE Plant Room, Ceiling Beam Insulation - vermiculite
Green and black coated pink-grey compressed fibrous sheet material
Internal, Level 23, Tank Room, Pipework Flange - gasket material
Beige brittle vinyl material and associated amber adhesive material
~75 x 36 x 3 mm
~156 x 25 x 3 mm
Internal, Level 23, Entertainment Room, Floor Covering adjacent sink -
vinyl tile
~75 x 28 x 9 mm
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Appendix D: Risk Assessment Factors
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Risk Assessment Factors - Asbestos
The static presence of asbestos-containing materials does not necessarily constitute an
exposure risk. However, if the asbestos-containing material is sufficiently disturbed to cause
the release of airborne respirable fibres, then an exposure risk may be posed to individuals.
The assessment of the exposure risk posed by asbestos-containing materials assesses a) the
material condition and friability, and b) the disturbance potential.
Material Condition
The assessment factors for material condition include:
Evidence of physical deterioration and/or water damage
Degree of friability of asbestos-containing material
Surface treatment, unlined or uncoated
Likelihood to sustain damage or deterioration in its current location and state
Physical Condition and Damage
The condition of the asbestos is rated as either being good, fair or poor.
Good refers to asbestos that has not been damaged or has not deteriorated
Fair refers to asbestos material having suffered minor cracking or de-surfacing
Poor describes asbestos which has been damaged or its condition has deteriorated
Friability and Surface Treatment
The degree of friability of asbestos materials describes the ease of which the material can be
crumbled, and hence to release fibres, and takes into account surface treatment.
Friable asbestos (e.g. sprayed asbestos insulation (limpet), pipe lagging) can be easily
crumbled and is more hazardous than non-friable asbestos products.
Non-friable asbestos also referred to as bonded asbestos, is typically comprises asbestos
fibres tightly bound in a stable non-asbestos matrix or impregnated with a coating. Examples
of non-friable asbestos products include asbestos cement materials (sheeting, pipes etc),
asbestos-containing vinyl floor tiles, compressed gaskets and electrical backing boards.
Disturbance Potential:
In order to assess the potential for disturbance potential the following factors are considered:
Requirement for access for either building work and type of maintenance operations
Likelihood and frequency of disturbance of the asbestos material
Accessibility of asbestos materials
Proximity of air plenums and direct air stream
Quantity and exposed surface areas of asbestos and
Normal use and activity in area, and numbers of persons in vicinity of asbestos materials.
These factors are used to determine (i) the potential for fibre generation, and, (ii) the
potential for exposure to person(s), as a rating of low, medium or high disturbance potential:
Low describes asbestos materials that cannot be easily disturbed, as they are not readily
accessible, with low activity and likelihood of disturbance from maintenance.
Medium describes asbestos materials that are accessible, but normal activity of occupancy
poses low risk of disturbance, but maintenance work may occasionally cause exposure.
High describes asbestos materials that are readily disturbed by maintenance or planned
building works, or their accessibility poses a risk to occupants given the activity in the area.
Where these factors have indicated that there is a possibility of exposure to airborne fibres,
appropriate risk control measures are recommended.
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Appendix E: Risk Status Priority Rating System for Control of Asbestos-
Containing Materials
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Risk Status and Priority Assessment for Control of Asbestos Exposure Risks
The control measures require elimination of asbestos exposure risk by removal, or if not
practicable, abatement of exposure risk through enclosure and encapsulation. Other
hazardous materials require risk control measures appropriate to the nature of the hazard,
including precautions for safe handling and management in the workplace or contained
and controlled for regulatory disposal to an approved waste processor or disposal site
Priority Assessment
The following schedule of priority assessment system is adopted to assist in the programming
and budgeting of the control of asbestos and/or hazardous materials risks identified in the
assessment.
Priority 1 (P1) Organise Abatement Works Immediately before Commencement of Works
An area has asbestos or other nominated hazardous materials, which are either damaged or
are being exposed to continual disturbance. Due to these conditions, there is an increased
potential for exposure and/or transfer of the material to other areas with continued
unrestricted use of the area. Representative asbestos fibre monitoring should be conducted
in the building area during normal building operation where recommended. Prompt
abatement or remedial measure to eliminate the hazard or control the hazardous material is
recommended. As an interim, restrict access.
Priority 2 (P2) Organise Remedial Works before Commencement of Works
Area has asbestos-containing materials or other hazardous material with a potential for
disturbance due to the following conditions:
Material has been disturbed or damaged and its current condition, while not posing an
immediate hazard, is unstable.
The material is accessible and can, when disturbed, present a short-term exposure risk.
Demolition, renovation, refurbishment, maintenance, modification or new installations,
(including air-handling systems, ceilings, lighting, fire safety systems or floor layout).
Appropriate abatement measures should be taken as soon as practicable. A negligible
exposure risk exists if materials remain under the control of a site safety or management plan.
Priority 3 (P3) No Remedial Works Required – Monitor over Period of Works
Area has asbestos-containing materials and other hazardous materials, where:
The condition of the friable asbestos material is now stable and has low potential of being
disturbed.
The asbestos material is currently in a non-friable condition, may have slight damage, but
do not present an exposure unless cut, drilled, sanded or otherwise abraded.
The hazardous material is not earmarked for demolition and can be safely managed on
site in accordance with recommended codes and guidelines.
This presents a low risk of exposure where the materials are not likely to be disturbed by the
planned refurbishment and demolition works. Label the asbestos and document the
presence of the hazardous materials in the employer‟s asbestos register at the site and
maintain under the control of a site safety plant or asbestos management plan. Defer any
major action unless materials are to be disturbed as a result of maintenance, refurbishment or
demolition operations.
Priority 4 (P4) No Remedial Works Required – Review Prior to Any New Works
The asbestos material is in a non-friable form and hazardous materials are stable and in good
condition. It is unlikely that the hazardous materials can be disturbed under the proposed
development, refurbishment or demolition activity. These materials should be left and their
condition monitored during subsequent reviews. These asbestos and/or nominated
hazardous materials must be removed prior to renovations that may impact on the asbestos
hazardous materials.
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Appendix F: Victorian OHS Legislative Requirements
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Victorian OHS Legislative Requirements
The Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007 require that the person who
manages or controls the workplace must determine, so far as is practicable, whether
asbestos is present in the workplace by taking into account the following factors:
(a) The type of asbestos-containing material;
(b) The location of the asbestos-containing material;
(c) Whether the asbestos-containing material is friable or non-friable; the condition of the
asbestos-containing material;.
(d) The nature of, age, layout and condition of the workplace; and
(e) The likely exposure of employees to asbestos; and
(f) The system of work to be utilised in the demolition or refurbishment; and
(g) Any other factors considered relevant by the employer, the employees or the health and
safety representative.
(Regulation 4.3.20, Part 4.3, Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007)
If the person who manages or controls a workplace is uncertain as to whether there is
asbestos present, or there are inaccessible areas that are likely to contain asbestos, the
person who manages or controls a workplace must;
(a) Deem that asbestos is present; or
(b) Arrange for an analysis of the sample to be undertaken by an approved analyst.
(Regulation 4.3.27, Part 4.3, Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations - 2007)
Notification and Consultation
Copy of this Report Must Be Given
In accordance with regulation 4.3.23, Part 4.3 of the Regulations there is a requirement for the
person who manages or controls a workplace to provide the most recent copy of the audit
to:
Any employer or self-employed person who is a tenant at the workplace.
A person licensed under Part 4.3 of the Victorian Occupational Health & Safety
Regulations – 2007, if removal of asbestos is required.
Provide Access to the Audit
In accordance with regulation 4.3.23, there is a requirement to supply access to the current
asbestos audit to:
Any person engaged to do work which involves the likelihood of exposure to asbestos.
If requested to any person engaged to do work by the occupier.
If requested to any employer or self-employed person who proposes to occupy the
workplace.
Refurbishment and Demolition
We recommend that where this report is not adequate for the purposes of refurbishment or
demolition works and that an additional risk assessment audit be conducted prior to
commencement of works.
Additional Risk Assessments
In accordance with Part 4.3, Division 6 of the Regulations, the person who manages or controls
a workplace must review the risk assessment audit prior to demolition. If this document is
inadequate having regard to the proposed demolition works, a person who manages or
controls the workplace must revise the risk assessment accordingly.
Regulation 4.3.39 requires that the person who manages or controls a workplace must ensure
that the asbestos materials that may become disturbed as a result of the proposed demolition
works, be removed prior to commencement of works.
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The employer conducting the refurbishment or demolition and/or the licensed asbestos removal
contractor, must ensure that the completeness of the audit is checked having regard to the
extent of proposed work, prior to commencement of those works
Control Plan Requirements
In accordance with regulation 4.3.69, the licensed asbestos removal contractor must prepare a
Control Plan and make the copy accessible to ensure the removal of asbestos is conducted in a
manner that will eliminate the release of airborne asbestos fibres so far as is practicable.
Revision of this Report
At the completion of the asbestos removal project the asbestos register must be revised to
reflect the current situation at the site.
This is particularly relevant for materials identified or suspected of containing asbestos that
remain at completion of refurbishment or demolition works be documented in the current
asbestos register.
Labelling
It is a requirement of the Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007 for the
person who manages or controls a workplace to ensure that the presence and location of
asbestos materials are clearly identified and where practicable, the identification is to be by
labelling.
It is recommended that where possible, an asbestos warning label be placed in all locations to
clearly identify the presence of asbestos materials. The asbestos warning label should be affixed
to an asbestos based material or access point to an area containing friable asbestos materials in
order to warn personnel of potential exposure to asbestos fibres if the material is disturbed or if
this area is accessed without precautions being taken.
The practicability of labelling non-friable asbestos items in public access areas should be
carefully considered in relation to the potential risks of exposure.
Abatement of Asbestos Materials
Materials identified as containing asbestos should be removed from the proposed work area
or satisfactorily contained prior to commencement of refurbishment or demolition works in
accordance with control recommendations mentioned in Appendix A. It is recommended
that a specific scope of works documentation be produced to manage the asbestos
abatement project.
Asbestos materials should only be removed by a registered asbestos removal contractor
licensed to conduct this type of work as per Part 4.3.61 (Licensing) of the Victorian
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007.
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