Demolition

Demolition work carries major risks. It can lead to structural collapses. Workers might also be exposed to dust, silica, and asbestos. There is also risk of hitting electrical lines.

You must be licenced for demolition work and notify SafeWork NSW when demolishing in some circumstances.

Find a demolition licence holder in your area
Learn about working as a demolition licence holder
How to get an unrestricted licence or a restricted licence

Useful resources:

Safety alert – building collapse during excavation of an adjacent construction site

Codes of practice:

Code of practice - Demolition (PDF, 668.8 KB)

See more demolition information

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