Asbestos Removal & Environmental Management (PTY) LTD
Asbestos Removal and Environmental Management (PTY) LTD (AREM), is a specialist Level 3 company dealing with the safe and environmentally friendly removal of asbestos containing materials. AREM Asbestos, registered in 2022, has been founded by Reinhardt van Wyk and Geoffrey Venter.
AREM Asbestos
25 + Years of Asbestos Removal & Environmental Management Projects Experience
AREM has extensive experience in asbestos removal, handling projects ranging from small residential jobs to large-scale public and industrial works.
The owners bring over 25 years of combined experience, having successfully completed projects in private residences, commercial buildings, schools, and government facilities across South Africa and the Congo.
Certifications & Qualifications
Certifications
Registered Asbestos Contractor registered with the National Department of Employment and Labour Certificate number 2025RAC/CI-230 (Level 3).
Letter of Good Standing Department of Labour registration nr 990001403079.
BEE Certified Level 4.
Working with the AAIA (Approved Asbestos Inspection Authority) which is an extension of the Department of Labour.
Qualifications
- Level 3 (High Risk Asbestos Removal)
- Asbestos Training
- Asbestos Supervisor Training
- 24 HR Spill Response
- Safety, Health & Environmental Awareness
- Transport & Storage of Hazardous Substances
- Asbestos Handling
- First Aid Training
- Fire Awareness
- Working at Heights
- Environmental Cleanups
- Encapsulation
ASBESTOS & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Quality Services
Chemical & Paint Spills
We are fully trained to handle chemical and paint spills safely. All personnel use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety and compliance.
Environmental Cleanups
We safely and cost-effectively transport and dispose of low-level waste; decommission and decontaminate old facilities; remediate contaminated soil and groundwater.
Removal of Asbestos Containing Materials
Demolition or Removal of Asbestos and only be carried out by an registered and approved asbestos contractor.
Removal of Hazardous Waste
Hazardous waste may only be disposed of at a government-approved hazardous landfill site. Upon completion of the project, clients will receive a clearance and dumping certificate.
Encapsulation
Asbestos encapsulation is the process of applying a protective layer onto the asbestos containing material (ACM) which will contain asbestos fibres behind it.
Removal of Contaminated Soil
This process involves removing contaminated soil from the ground, and then either treating or properly disposing of it.
Sustainability
Committed To Keeping People Healthy & Safe
Asbestos exposure has been linked to serious health problems. If your building contains asbestos in walls, ceilings, or other areas, contact the asbestos removal specialists at AREM for a quotation in the Western Cape, South Africa. Our employees undergo regular X-rays and medical assessments to ensure their ongoing health and safety.
We Follow Best Practices
Asbestos removal projects are highly regulated and require meticulous documentation, including safety files and on-site inspections by the AAIA (Approved Asbestos Inspection Authority). The AAIA, an extension of the Department of Labour, is mandated to ensure compliance with all regulations and health and safety standards.
- Sustainablility
- Project On Time
- Modern Technology
- Latest Designs
Sustainability
Sustainable Waste Disposal
We ensure all waste is disposed of responsibly. Asbestos can only be dumped at government-approved hazardous landfill sites. Upon project completion, clients will receive a clearance and dumping certificate.
More than 100 Completed Projects
Cape Town Metro Area
Paarl
Boland / Winelands
Paarl
Paarl Nederberg
Stellenbosch
Wellington
Other
Congo - Africa
Lamberts Bay
Lutzville
Malmesbury
Moreesburg
Protem
Saldanha
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Electrical components
- Ceiling and floor tiles
- Boiler insulations
- Fireproofing
- Joint compounds
- Pipe insulation
- Drywall systems
- Plaster & texture
- Roofing materials
- Gaskets, break pads
Asbestos exposure occurs mainly through inhalation of airborne fibers, especially when materials are disturbed or broken. These invisible fibers can cause serious health problems over time, including lung disease, asbestosis, and cancer.
If you suspect asbestos in your building, contact AREM for safe assessment and removal.
- Gwallas
- Hand Tools
- Brooms
- Life Lines
- Harnesses
- Decontamination Shower
- Buckets
- Water Sprayer
- Brooms
- Vacuum Cleaner
- Safety Boots
- Disposable Overalls
- Gloves
- FFP2 Masks
- Goggles
- Hard Hats
- RPF Respirators (FFP2)
- Toolbox Talk – Briefing the team on safety procedures and project scope.
- Risk Assessment – Identifying hazards and implementing control measures.
- Demarcation – Marking off the work area to prevent unauthorized access.
- Labelling and Signage – Installing safety signs and warning labels.
- Asbestos Removal – Carefully handling and imploding asbestos materials.
- Bag and Seal – Securely bagging asbestos waste to prevent fiber release.
- Stack and Store in Skip – Safely containing waste before transport.
- Decontamination Showers – Cleaning personnel and equipment after work.
- Disposal of Asbestos – Transporting to a government-approved hazardous landfill.
- Asbestos Clearance Certificate – Issuing documentation confirming safe removal.