Often there is a misconception that site decontamination works can be conducted without the advice of a professional in both a commercial and residential setting. This poses greater risks to the environment and people working or living in the area, as they may be susceptible to hazardous exposure if not handled correctly. Having a professional assess and remove the affected areas ensures safe disposal procedures are followed from the start to the completion of a project.

Untreated, friable asbestos fibres can remain airborne for between 48 and 72 hours in a still room. This means that it can be broken down into smaller pieces such as dust particles. In outside conditions, asbestos can remain airborne for extended periods of time which pose a significant health risk. Asbestos fibres can not be identified visually and require thorough testing in a lab.

Attempting to wash out clothes without a specialist can result in second hand exposure to asbestos fibres. Residential washing machines are not equipped to handle the demands required to prevent asbestos fibres from becoming airborne. Clothes that have been exposed to asbestos should either be taken to a specialists cleaner or disposed of following correct safety procedures.

Once used to create pigment in paint, lead is a heavy metal that is commonly found in buildings and homes across Australia that were either built or decorated before 1970. This material is extremely harmful to humans and can have damaging effects on the brain, kidney and reproductive system. Lead is commonly absorbed by breathing dust or fumes in the air, and can be stored in the body for up to 20-30 years in bone. From here it can be mobilised back into the blood, causing a number of serious health problems.

SMF is used to describe several man-made fibrous materials including glass, rock, alumina and silica. These materials have been widely used as alternatives to asbestos for insulation and fire-rating products, used as reinforcement in cement, plaster and plastic materials. Current research suggests that most SMF's are non-carcinogenic to humans. However, short-term exposure can produce skin, eye and upper respiratory tract irritation. These health issues mainly arise throughout the installation, deconstruction or handling of SMFs. SMFs are currently used extensively throughout Australia within commercial, industrial and residential properties.

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Mould is a fungus that is naturally occurring and is commonly found in moist and damp locations. This fungus reproduces by issuing airborne spores settling on damp surfaces. From here spores are able to grow and erode surfaces that they are on, destroying everything in the process. Aside from being visually intimidating, mould can cause health related issues for asthmatics or anyone suffering from respiratory issues. As it is inhaled easily, mould can cause serious additional irritations to the eyes and nose.