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Our work
The VAEA’s work will enhance the safety of the Victorian community by planning for the eradication of asbestos from government buildings to reduce the risk of asbestos-related diseases.
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Scope
Our work focuses on buildings owned by the Victorian Government, including offices, hospitals, train stations, community centres, prisons and TAFEs.
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Asbestos
Asbestos was banned because it causes fatal and debilitating diseases. The only way to prevent risk of exposure is to remove asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) from the built environment
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