Large-Scale Asbestos Removal & Environmental Remediation in Gisborne | Commercial Expertise

Hazard Pro Removals successfully completed full asbestos removal and environmental cleaning across two storage facilities in Gisborne, totalling nearly 5,000m² of Super-Six roofing and wall cladding.
This complex commercial project involved a 12m-high tower structure, engineered access, staged containment, and elevated safety controls-executed under strict compliance with WorkSafe NZ’s Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations and ISO 45001 protocols.

Removal of Super-Six asbestos roofing and wall cladding across two commercial sites.
Site 1: Tower structure and warehouse (approx. 3,000m²) with engineered access and multi-stage containment
Site 2: Storage shed (approx. 1,900m²) with full cladding removal
Identification of historic contamination from degraded asbestos materials
Implementation of a three-stage environmental cleaning protocol
Removal of asbestos-contaminated guttering, piping, and fixtures
Full documentation: ARCPs, clearance certificates, and WorkSafe coordination

Multiple WorkSafe inspections passed with zero non-conformances
Delivered on time, despite regional scaffold shortage
Happy client
Our Connection to Gisborne
This project deepened our connection to Gisborne. Our team built strong relationships, worked alongside local suppliers, won a chainsaw in a local pool competition, and felt welcomed by the community. Gisborne has become a second home for Hazard Pro Removals – and we’re proud to contribute to the region’s safety and resilience.

Hazard Pro partnered with Asbestos Consultants NZ to ensure independent oversight and full legislative compliance.
Their services included:
Pre-removal asbestos surveys
Real-time air monitoring during removal (as required for occupied sites)
Final clearance inspections and certificatio
Our teams worked in close coordination with the client’s Health & Safety Officer, aligning removal stages with air testing and containment protocols to ensure zero disruption and full compliance.

Site 1: Grain Shed – 3,000m²
Phase 1: Tower Structure (~12m high) – Required specialist access and elevated safety protocols.
Phase 2: Main Warehouse Roof & Wall Cladding Removal – Also historic contamination was identified and addressed using a three-stage cleaning protocol.
Additional Works: Removal of contaminated guttering and piping; completion of external remediation scope.
Site 2: Storage Shed – 1,900m²
Full removal of asbestos roofing and wall cladding.
Despite scaffold shortages in Gisborne, our team adapted sequencing and schedules to maintain progress – thanks to Shaun’s leadership and crew flexibility.

Led by Shaun Burger, our Gisborne crew delivered fast, compliant execution across both sites.
Shaun’s calm authority and technical precision ensured safety, responsiveness, and full legislative alignment—even under shifting conditions.
Key strengths:
- Responsive project management
- Fast, tidy execution with minimal disruption
- Full compliance with NZ asbestos regulations and ISO 45001
- Real-time problem-solving under scaffold constraint
- Meticulous site hygiene and dust control
- Collaborative engagement with local suppliers and stakeholders

Hazard Pro Removals implemented a robust environmental management strategy to mitigate airborne risk and ensure full compliance with New Zealand asbestos regulations.
- A three-stage cleaning protocol was used to neutralise legacy dust and prevent airborne contamination during removal and remediation.
- Works were carefully sequenced and contained, reducing exposure risk and maintaining safe conditions for nearby personnel and operational areas.
- All asbestos waste was securely packaged, transported, and disposed of in accordance with NZ legislation, with full traceability and documentation.
We operate under New Zealand and international standards that ensure safety, documentation, and trust.

Hazard Pro Removals is trusted by councils, developers, and commercial operators across New Zealand to deliver compliant, audit-ready asbestos removal and environmental remediation.
If you’re planning a high-risk or large-scale project, our team is ready to support you with expert guidance, full documentation, and seamless execution.
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