
When working dangerous and toxic materials, large-scale removals projects require on-site lockable bins to ensure the safety of you and the wider public. At Reads Waste, we’re Victoria’s leading, fully certified And licensed asbestos removals service. Quality and secure on-site lockable bins are a key step in maintaining safe on-site protocol, and something Reads Waste can provide.
Serving as a safe space to place removed asbestos before removal our reliable and seamless asbestos bin hire provides Melbourne domestic and commercial environments with a higher level of safety by preventing asbestos fibres from becoming airborne.
Need help managing asbestos waste? Read our blog to understand your options for asbestos removal, waste collection and disposal.
Complying with industry regulatory bodies including WorkSafe and the EPA Reads Waste has the equipment and the knowledge to greatly reduce the risks associated with asbestos. Able to arrive on your site or your property soon after you have made the initial enquiry our asbestos bins give Melbourne locals peace of mind and confidence in the health of their environment. To learn more about the dimensions of our bins, or to discuss our reasonable hire rates, give us a call today on 0403 144 386.
Bin Size | Status | Type | External measurements of the bin |
|---|---|---|---|
240L | Permanent on site | Plastic bin | 1060 high x 730 deep x 585 wide |
1.1 cu m | Permanent on site | Plastic bin | 1330 high x 1070 deep x 1240 wide |
1.5 cu m | Permanent on site | Steel bin | 1200 high x 1400 deep x 1900 wide |
2 cu m | Permanent on site | Steel bin | 1500 high x 1900 long x 1650 wide |
4 cu m | Permanent on site | Steel / trailer bin | see 8 cu m bin measurements |
Bin Size | Status | Type | Approximate quantities that can be held | External measurements of the bin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3 cu m | Once off – asbestos sheeting
* 6 cu m bin supplied – fill to 1/2 level | Steel walk in bin
Maximum 1.5T | 90m2 of flat sheet or 75m2 of corrugated sheet | see 6 cu m bin measurements |
4 cu m | Once off – asbestos sheeting
* 8 cu m bin supplied – fill to 1/2 level | Steel walk in bin
Maximum 2T | 120m2 of flat sheet or 100m2 of corrugated sheet | see 8 cu m bin measurements |
6 cu m | Once off – asbestos sheeting
* 6 cu m bin supplied | Steel walk in bin
Maximum 3T | 220m2 of flat sheet or 150m2 of corrugated sheet | 830 high x 2005 wide x 4670 long
(1745 high from hook point) |
8 cu m | Steel walk in bin
Maximum 4T | 280m2 of flat sheet or 200m2 of corrugated sheet | 830 high x 2405 wide x 4960 long
(1765 high from hook point) | |
6 cu m | Contaminated soil / dirt | Steel walk in bin
Maximum 8T
Minimum 3T | 830 high x 2005 wide x 4670 long
(1745 high from hook point) |


Yes, Reads Waste offers bins for asbestos waste. Their bins are designed for this purpose and include lockable options. Contact the team to discuss your project and arrange a suitable bin.
Reads Waste offers asbestos bins in various sizes. Contact the team to confirm the available sizes and choose an option that suits your project.
Before hiring a bin, confirm the required size, hire arrangements and waste requirements with Reads Waste. Their team can explain how the bin must be used and what requirements apply to your project.