Asbestos in Tasmania news feed

Form 9b: Ongoing Medical Certificate for ASBESTOS-RELATED DISEASES Compensation

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:03:39 +1000

Form 9b: Ongoing Medical Certificate for ASBESTOS-RELATED DISEASES Compensation

Form 9a: Initial medical certificate for asbestos-related diseases compensation

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:02:53 +1000

Form 9a: Initial Medical Certificate for ASBESTOS-RELATED DISEASES Compensation

Asbestos Website updates - What's new!

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:37:39 +1100

Asbestos website news for subscribers

What's new

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:18:09 +1100

Information on what's been added to the site in recent times

Tradesperson

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:19:40 +1100

Information specific to tradespeople regarding asbestos removal and disposal

Pocket guide for tradespeople

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:45:53 +1100

A pocket-sized guide has been produced for tradespeople by the TCCI. Contact them to request a copy.

Asbestos-related diseases - Medical panel guidance material

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:47:19 +1000

Information for medical panel members on the asbestos compensation scheme in Tasmania

Legislation

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:40:59 +1000

Links and information to relevant legislation and codes of practice regarding asbestos

Worker application process (Flow chart)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:53:00 +1000

Worker application process flow chart

Publications

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:11:48 +1100

Publications on asbestos that include information sheets, guidance material, guidance notes. These publications are for informational purposes only and you should refer to Tasmanian legislation.

Compensation forms

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:51 +1100

Listing of asbestos compensation forms

Member of family of deceased worker application process

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:46:00 +1000

Flow chart of the application process for the family member of the deceased worker

Medical panel process (Flow chart)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:32:01 +1000

Flow chart of the process for the medical panel

Asbestos-related diseases - Medical practitioner guidance material

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:32:03 +1000

Information for medical practitioners on the asbestos compensation scheme in Tasmania

Form 15: Medical Panel Proforma - Chair of Panel (Medical and other expenses)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:53:29 +1000

To be completed by Chair of Panel

Form 13: Medical Panel Proforma - Chair of Panel (Worker)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:32:41 +1000

To be completed by Chair of Panel

Form 14: Medical Panel Proforma - Chair of Panel (Member of the family)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:47:46 +1000

To be completed by Chair of Panel

Form 12: Medical Panel Proforma - Panel Member (Medical and other expenses)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:54:40 +1000

To be completed by a medical panel member

Form 16: Medical Panel Invoice

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:55:08 +1000

Invoice for the medical panel members to complete

Form 11: Medical Panel Proforma - Panel member (Member of the family)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:36:55 +1000

To be completed by a medical panel member

Form 10: Medical Panel Proforma - Panel member (Worker)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:50:36 +1000

To be completed by a medical panel member

Form 8: Notice of common law action

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:46:46 +1000

To be completed by the worker or member of the family

Form 6: Funeral benefit claim form

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:42:48 +1000

Use this form to apply for a funeral benefit

Form 7: Notice of Receipt of Compensation Under Other Legislation

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:00:37 +1000

Complete this notification within 20 business days of receiving the other compensation.

Form 5: Extension of time to lodge application

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:49:28 +1000

This form should be completed by the worker or family member

Definitions

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:05:17 +1100

Some useful definitions of terminology that are used in the Act and the Regulations

Form 3:Medical services claim form

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:56:10 +1000

Use this form if you wish to claim for the cost of medical treatment you have received

Form 4: Request to change bank account and/or personal details

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:56:49 +1000

The Claimant should use this form to make a request to change bank account details or to amend/update personal details

Form 2: Asbestos-Related Diseases - Claim for Compensation (Member of the Family)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:00:13 +1000

This form should be completed by a member of the family.

Form 1: Asbestos-Related Diseases - Claim for Compensation (Worker)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:43:17 +1000

This form should be completed by the worker

Attendance at medical appointments

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:33:50 +1000

This information is in connection with a claim for compensation. Please read the information carefully as it sets out your rights and obligations in relation to this medical appointment.

Non-imminently fatal

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:45 +1100

Information for applicants who are non-imminently fatal

The scheme

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:40 +1100

Information on the administration of the asbestos compensation scheme

Medical panel

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:02 +1100

Information, guidance material and forms for the medical panel regarding the asbestos compensation scheme in Tasmania

Medical practitioners

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:35:15 +1100

Information, guidance material and forms for medical practitioners regarding the asbestos compensation scheme in Tasmania

Taxation of benefits

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:12 +1100

Information on how benefits may be taxed

Imminently fatal

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:31:56 +1100

Information for applicants who are imminently fatal

Family member

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:35:09 +1100

Information for members of the family of the asbestos-related disease sufferer

Applicant

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:53:18 +1100

Information for applicants and members of the family on the asbestos compensation scheme

Eligibility

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:59 +1100

Information and guidance on the eligibility of applicants under the Asbestos Compensation Scheme

Asbestos Compensation in Tasmania (Brochure)

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:29:47 +1000

The asbestos compensation scheme provides compensation under the Asbestos-Related Diseases (Occupational Exposure) Compensation Act 2011 to a worker who develops an asbestos-related disease as a result of exposure to asbestos during the course of their work in Tasmania.

Asbestos Compensation Commissioner

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:10 +1100

Contact details for the Asbestos Compensation Commissioner

Asbestos Compensation in Tasmania - A Guide

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:58:14 +1000

This guide will assist you in understanding the asbestos compensation scheme in Tasmania and how it works.

Asbestos Innovation Fund

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:39 +1100

Comcare is looking for researchers, medical providers and/or anyone wanting to make a difference to asbestos-related diseases and exposure in Australia.

Transport

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:14:16 +1100

When transporting asbestos materials it is the responsibility of the individual to make sure that the asbestos is correctly wrapped and that no fibres escape into the air during transportation.

Helpline contact details

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:14 +1100

The Helpline is the contact point for all telephone, facsimile and email enquiries to Workplace Standards Tasmania. The Helpline Inspectors provide advice and information on the legislation administered and campaigns undertaken by the division.

Contact

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:58 +1100

How to contact Workplace Standards Tasmania regarding information on asbestos

Asbestos management review

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:09 +1100

Asbestos management review open for public comment

Changes to removal amounts in the legislation

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:35 +1100

Changes to the removal amounts of asbestos in a workplace.

Links

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:31:59 +1100

Listing of useful sites and links to asbestos information

Do's and don'ts

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:57 +1100

Some facts on what you should and shouldn't do with asbestos - do's and don'ts

Most at risk

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:38 +1100

Information on those most at risk from asbestos disease

Asbestos related

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:09:22 +1100

Information on mesothelioma, asbestosis, lung cancer and other diseases related to asbestos exposure.

Collection

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:13:31 +1100

Asbestos is classified as a hazardous material. There are rules about how it can be transported and where it can be disposed of.

Disposal

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:58 +1100

Information on the safe disposal of asbestos

Floor tiles and backing

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:08 +1100

Examples of vinyl tiles and 'blackjack' glue that contain asbestos

Sprayed insulation

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:45 +1100

Example of sprayed asbestos insulation and removal

Flue pipes and lagging

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:03 +1100

Examples of flue pipes and lagging containing asbestos material

Roofing and eaves

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:35:03 +1100

Examples of asbestos containing materials used in roofing and eaves

Cement sheeting

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:12:41 +1100

Examples of where you can find asbestos cement sheeting and what to be aware of

Switchboards

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:09 +1100

Examples of asbestos containing materials found in electrical switchboards

Where might it be?

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:14 +1100

Where asbestos material may be found in your house or office

Exposure

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:15 +1100

Things you should consider if you are exposed to asbestos

What should I do?

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:01 +1100

Information on what to do if you find asbestos in your home or workplace

Health risks

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:10:03 +1100

Some of the health risks associated with asbestos and the occupations most at risk

Product types

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:44 +1100

Types of asbestos products - non-friable and friable

What is asbestos?

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:11:49 +1100

What is asbestos, where can it be found, what type of products were produced using it

Licensed removalists

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:00 +1100

Information on licensed asbestos removalists and links to licensing details on the Workplace Standards Tasmania website

What you should know as a tradesperson

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:41 +1100

What a tradesperson should know to be able to remove asbestos safely

Managing a workplace

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:35:06 +1100

If you have management or control of a building, structure or mine that is used as a workplace, you have a duty of care in relation to asbestos

Doing it yourself

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:14:52 +1100

Asbestos is dangerous. If you are concerned about asbestos in your home and want it removed, it is recommended that you contact a licensed asbestos removalist.

Penalties for tradespeople

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:32:19 +1100

Listing of the penalties that apply under various legislation that tradespeople should be aware of

Legal requirements for tradespeople

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:38 +1100

Legal requirements on removal of asbestos for tradespeople

Penalties for home owners

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:35:20 +1100

Listing of the various penalties that apply under different legislation that homeowners should be aware of

Legal requirements for home owners

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:33:48 +1100

Legal requirements for homeowners on removal of asbestos

Home owner

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:34:54 +1100

Information on the removal of asbestos for homeowners

Safe removal

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:16:02 +1100

Things you need to consider before carrying out any asbestos removal yourself