Exposure to Asbestos and Your Workers' Health
In Australia, the use of asbestos in residential buildings was phased out by 1990, and in 2003 the importation and use of all forms of asbestos was banned. Exposure to asbestos can cause serious adverse health effects which may include :-
• Asbestosis • Lung cancer• Mesothelioma
• Asbestos-related Pleural Diseases (ARPDs)
Health monitoring is provided to workers undertaking asbestos risk work. This will include:-
• Demographic, medical and occupational history
• Physical examination with Spirometry, and, if necessary,• Chest X-ray/MRI
Health monitoring can be used to help identify whether existing control measures are working effectively or whether more effective control measures should be implemented.
The WHS Laws are regularly reviewed and updated and we will ensure compliance.
In summary, the process is as follows:-
The WHS Laws are regularly reviewed and updated and we will ensure compliance.
In summary, the process is as follows:-
Arrive at the screening room or clinic 15 minutes before appointment to complete a Safe Work Australia questionnaire.
Patient called to screening room.
A spirometry/lung function test is taken.
The result of the spirometry is reviewed by one of our doctors. If there are concerns, the patient is sent for a chest x-ray before final reporting.
