Information for parents

The health, safety and well-being of students and staff is the highest priority of the Department of Education and Training.

This webpage provides links for parents and caregivers to information about the management of asbestos-containing materials in Queensland state schools.

Asbestos-containing building materials were used extensively throughout Queensland from the 1940s up until 1990. These materials were used in floors, walls, roofs and many other building applications for houses, schools and other types of buildings both government and non-government.

Asbestos-containing materials that are in a sound condition do not pose a health risk unless disturbed.

What is asbestos and where is it found

Asbestos Register for Schools

Information on the risks of asbestos in schools (new window)

Management of asbestos-containing materials in schools

Procedure for removal of asbestos-containing materials in schools

The Queensland Health asbestos information page

For more information on asbestos management by the Queensland Government

Who can you contact if you have concerns about asbestos in your child's school?
If you have any concerns about asbestos in your child's school or require any further information please contact your school principal.

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This page was last reviewed on 23 Nov 2010