Prohibited Substances Screening Assessment
What is involved in the Screening Assessment Process?
Immediate Action. Absolute Control. Total Protection
When a property is damaged or exposed to risk, hesitation is dangerous. It must be secured—and it must happen now. At Jim’s Hazardous Material Removal, our Make Safe Service is engineered for rapid, decisive intervention following storm impact, fire, water ingress, vandalism, or hazardous contamination. We don’t arrive to observe. We arrive to take control—neutralising threats, stabilising the environment, and stopping further damage before it has a chance to escalate.
Rapid Response & On‑Site Risk Control
From the moment an incident occurs, speed becomes critical. That’s why our team mobilises instantly, arriving fully equipped to identify and confront every visible and hidden hazard. As soon as we step onto the property, we take command. Structural instability, contamination risks, compromised access points—nothing is overlooked. This immediate, assertive approach ensures protective measures are implemented on the spot, safeguarding the property and everyone around it.
Professional Screening Assessments for Safer Properties
Understanding the Risks of Contamination
Living in a property that has been used to manufacture or even just consume prohibited substances can expose you to serious health, legal, and financial risks. Here’s what you need to know.
Health Risks
Exposure to contamination can lead to a range of health issues, including:
• Headaches
• Behavioural changes in children
• Breathing and respiratory problems
• Even low‑level exposure can affect vulnerable people, especially children.
Legal Risks
If you’re a landlord, agent, or property manager, you’re responsible for ensuring the property is safe to live in. Failing to identify or manage contamination can lead to:
• Legal action from tenants
• Claims from property owners
• Liability for failing to provide a safe environment
Financial Risks
If contamination levels exceed 0.50µg per 100cm², the property must be professionally remediated — and the costs can be significant. Remediation may involve removing or replacing:
• Carpets and soft furnishings
• Furniture
• Wall linings and ceilings
• Electrical wiring and air‑conditioning
• Insulation and other structural materials
Common Warning Signs
Your property may have been used as a drug lab if you notice:
• Strong chemical odours (ammonia, solvents, sour smells)
• Discoloured walls, floors, soil, or concrete
• Burns, stains, or unusual rust on fittings
• Excess rubbish such as bottles, containers, or chemical packaging
