What began as a typical Monday at Dingo Services this week quickly shifted gears. With our crews prepped for a warm 35°C day and heading to scheduled sites across WA, we expected the usual rhythm of jobs, calls, and admin. But by mid-morning, our Perth office noticed something different.

By 10:00 am, our phone lines lit up with a sharp increase in enquiries. And not just from our usual clients. We heard from worried parents, school principals, daycare managers, NDIS centres, and even long-standing government contacts. All were asking about one thing: asbestos in children’s play sand.

Responding to Urgent Calls

The influx of calls followed breaking news stories from WA Today, WA Health, and WorkSafe WA plus an announcement from the West Australian Department of Health confirming that imported kinetic sand products had tested positive for asbestos fibres.

Our administration hub acted swiftly. Clear advice and guidance were provided to all callers based on the official health recommendations, and our field teams were rerouted to prioritise urgent site visits.

By close of day, Dingo Services had already:

• Attended 11 separate sites across WA
• Collected suspected asbestos-contaminated sand from 4 schools and 2 early learning centres
• Conducted environmental cleaning and decontamination at multiple homes
• Performed air monitoring and emergency sampling for concerned clients

And our work didn’t stop there.

Expanding Our Reach

Our teams were deployed far beyond the metro area:

• A crew headed to the Southwest and Bunbury
• Others were dispatched to the Goldfields, Wheatbelt, and Pilbara
• More visits are scheduled in coming days, ranging from basic collections to full remediation and clearance air testing

At every step, our focus remains the same: deliver fast, professional asbestos testing, remediation, and peace of mind to WA homes, schools, and workplaces.

If You’re Concerned, We’re Here to Help

Even if your particular brand of kinetic sand was not directly named in the recall or media coverage, it’s critical not to take risks when it comes to asbestos. Our team of licensed and experienced asbestos professionals is equipped to:

• Test and confirm materials for contamination
• Safely remove asbestos-containing materials (ACMs)
• Conduct environmental and air clearance monitoring
• Provide clear, practical advice to help you act quickly and safely

If you’re worried about sand used in your childcare centre, school, or home – don’t wait. Read our Sand recall and response guide or get in touch via the details below.

For more information read our latest articles:

• Asbestos-Contaminated Children’s Play Sand

• Where to Dispose of Asbestos Sand in Western Australia

📞 For all other enquiries Contact Dingo Services today: (08) 6117 8900
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