Correspondence Relating To The Identification Of Asbestos In Imported Fire Doors (1 November 2024 - 4 December 2025) ​

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Correspondence exchanged between July 29-30, 2025 among Australian Border Force (ABF), SafeWork NSW, WorkSafe New Zealand, the ACCC, and Comcare regarding identification of asbestos in imported fire doors. The inter-agency working group (IMAWG) discussed investigation updates and health monitoring protocols for workers potentially exposed to asbestos during the importation and handling of non-compliant fire door products. SafeWork NSW outlined its advisory approach, recommending affected workers seek medical advice and consider registering on the National Asbestos Exposure Register, while employers document exposure incidents and remedial actions. The correspondence was classified OFFICIAL:Sensitive and involved coordination across multiple regulatory authorities on product safety and occupational health matters.