Apply for Asbestos Assessor licence

An asbestos assessor licence is required when carrying out air monitoring during Class A asbestos removal work at a workplace.

Before you apply

1. You'll need

• Proof of identity such as a driver licence or passport
• Evidence of training (CPCCDE5001 OR a tertiary qualification in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, science, building construction, or environmental health.)
• Evidence of five jobs over last three years. 
  • Each job must have:
    • a completed copy of clearance certificates; 
    • a completed copy of air monitoring report(s), or similar, that state the calculated airborne fibre concentration results during the asbestos removal, and at the clearance inspection; and 
    • a completed copy of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
• Two (2) written references to verify the work experience - physically signed and dated. 
• A copy of the Business Name Extract if trading under a business name.

2. Complete application form 

• Asbestos assessor licence application form.

How to apply

Online

What happens next

Licence applications typically take 6-8 weeks to process. WorkSafe will:

• Assess your application and decide if an asbestos removal licence can be issued. We will contact you if we need more information to process your application.
• Withdrawn or refused Asbestos Assessor applications are eligible for a partial refund only.
• If granted, we will add your licence details to the list of licensed asbestos assessors and WA Online Licence Search.
• Asbestos removal licences are valid for 5 years.

Fees

Please refer to the asbestos licensing fees page for fees related to your licence.