asbestos insulator

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Construction
• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Select type of insulation required
• Measure and cut insulating materials to required shape and dimensions using hand and power tools
• Apply and secure insulation using spraying, blowing, pasting, strapping, taping and other application and installation methods
• Fit insulation around obstructions and between joists and studs
• Install vapour barriers and fire-retardant materials
• Brush waterproofing cement or other material over insulating materials
• Fabricate and apply removable insulation pads and covers
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
• Remove asbestos, ceramic fibres, lead and mould and urea-formaldehyde insulation materials from buildings

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots