Hazards in the Home
Broken or chipped Tilux, a very hard asbestos product which is usually patterned (flowers or geometric pattern) can be found in bathrooms in shower recesses, as bath and sink splashbacks) and laundries (internal wall covering). Tilux was used in place of ceramic tiles.
Asbestos walls can be behind tiles and on tile backing.
Peeling paint can expose fibro to the elements. It is important to protect the fibro surface, paint over it and don’t sand or water blast the peeling paint. If you are unsure how to look after it, consult a professional.
Broken asbestos cement sheeting under house in sub floor area
Broken asbestos tiles.
A damaged example of a vinyl floor tile commonly found in homes. General wear and tear over time results in the lifting of tiles and creates a health hazard if they are not removed or replaced. Photo courtesy of www.townsvilleasbestos.com.au
Broken fibro sheeting on balcony.
Corrugated asbestos fence in disrepair. Photo courtesy of www.townsvilleasbestos.com.au
Fire damage to asbestos sheeting can cause the asbestos to become friable with the potential to release damaging fibres into the atmosphere.
It is unsafe and illegal to leave broken or cut fibro lying around your property when renovating. Legislated disposal methods must be followed.
External toilet or outhouse which may contain broken, damaged or unmaintained fibro walls.
Broken or damaged fibro walls which can be part of an extension.
Broken or damaged fibro walls.
Loose or damaged sheet fibro under eaves is a hazard if it falls or breaks.
The cladding on this home covers original fibro. Before drilling, dismantling or cutting cladding be sure you know what may be hiding underneath.
Fire damage - photo courtesy Townsville Asbestos
Peeling Paint - fibro exposed
Mr Fluffy - Loose Fill Asbestos
Broken Garage / Shed
Hazard - peeling paint on fibro
Unpainted fibro
Broken fibro on abandoned building
Unpainted and weathered fibro gable
Abandoned fibro house with broken fibro
Unpainted, unsecured and falling down fibro sheeting on a garage / shed.
Broken fibro shed used as animal enclosure
Abandoned building structure on farm with broken fibro and paint deteriorating
Don't Dig Sign Naturally Occurring Asbestos site
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