Working Safely with Fibre Cement

Working Safely
Stay safe when working with fibre cement products

Working safely with fibre cement – managing the risk of crystalline silica

Like many building materials (AAC, brick, concrete, tiles, stone), James Hardie and other fibre cement manufacturers use sand because it is an inert, durable and non-combustible material. Sand is largely composed of crystalline silica which is a natural compound that is also found in clay, coal, granite, slate, sandstone, and other minerals.

Fibre cement products are not considered hazardous in their manufactured state but the very fine dust generated when using high speed tools (e.g. circular saws, drills, grinders), presents a hazard and it is important to manage the associated risk by adopting best practice controls. ​

Exposure to respirable silica in the workplace must be assessed and managed in compliance with applicable laws.  

James Hardie remains steadfast in its commitment to Zero Harm. This includes providing information to help people keep safe when working with our fibre cement products. By helping them understand the appropriate controls that can be used to minimise exposure to respirable crystalline silica.

To ensure you understand the best ways of minimising exposure to respirable crystalline silica when working with James Hardie fibre cement products, always refer to the recommended safe working practices section within each product technical manual, the fibre cement Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and our Best Practice Guide before starting any cutting or machining of James Hardie product.

BEST PRACTICE GUIDE
FIBRE CEMENT SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
JAMES HARDIE SILICA FLYER
Working safely with fibre cement products
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DESIGN INSPIRATION

The Look Book is full of inspiration for home exteriors, interiors, and outdoor areas, covering a wide range of building designs. From classic to modern masterpieces, it's brimming with ways to make your dream home come to life. So download a copy, and be inspired!

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CHOOSE YOUR STYLE

Traditional

STYLE
Traditional design gives you that simple classic look, more formal than other design styles, traditional homes feature timeless finishes.

Modern

STYLE
Modern home designs offer clean lines, simple proportions, open layouts, mixed cladding and interesting roof lines.

Horizontal

INSTALLATION TYPE
Clean, horizontal lines establish a look of simplicity and capture a timeless classic charm

Vertical

INSTALLATION TYPE
Vertical lines are a great way to achieve a modern architectural style and make a bold statement

Textured

SURFACE
A wood-grain type finish or board and batten can bring a interest to your outdoor space

Smooth

SURFACE
A smooth finish helps create a clean distinctive design look

EasyLap Panel

Panel
Use EasyLap panels to create a clean look and finish with a textured paint for that rendered look

Linea Weatherboard

Weatherboard
Create the look of a classic weatherboard with deep shadow lines in 150mm width. Add the finishing touches around doors, windows and corners with Axent Trim painted in a contrasting colour

HardieFlex Sheet

Panel
The traditional look of board and batten gives texture and depth to your design. Use EasyLap Panel or HardieFlex Sheet to achieve this classic look

Axon Panel

Panel
Axon Panel 133mm in a smooth finish provides the narrow board look of a traditional design but with a unique vertical look

Linea Weatherboard

Weatherboard
To achieve a look of texture use weatherboards in the wider 180mm profile of Linea Weatherboard for that modern touch

Linea Oblique Weatherboard

Weatherboard
For a modern twist on a classic profile use Linea Oblique Weatherboard. The 300mm profile used horizontally creates a look that's confident and contemporary

Axon Panel

Panel
Be bold with a dramatic full wrap that creates a pristine look. Axon 133mm grained painted black created a dramatic modern look

Stria Cladding

Panel
The wider format of Stria Cladding makes your home look distinctive and modern

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  • 190 Matua Road, Huapai
  • 25, Jonah Lomu Drive, Pukekohe, 2676, Auckland
  • 1, Kukuwai Avenue, Red Beach, 0932, Auckland
  • 60, Stace Hopper Drive, Whangarei, 0118, Northland
  • 109, Wairau Drive, Tikipunga, Whangarei, 0112, Northland
  • 17, Brown Street, Inglewood, 4330, Taranaki
  • Jonah Lomu Drive, Paerata, 2676, Auckland
  • Walter Lawry Road, Paerata, 2676, Auckland
  • Kapia Road, Massey, 0614, Auckland
  • Podgora Avenue, Kumeu, 0891, Auckland
  • 12, Harriet Johnston Drive, Pokeno, 2472, Waikato
  • 10, Ripeka Lane, Whenuapai, 0618, Auckland
  • 1, Manutewhau Road, Massey, 0614, Auckland
  • Flaxfield Lane, Beachlands, 2571, Auckland
  • Jonah Lomu Drive, Paerata, 2676, Auckland
  • 50, Hitchens Road, Pokeno, 2402, Waikato
  • 29, Kimbrae Drive, Hamilton, 3210, Waikato
  • Pampas Drive, 0992, Auckland
  • Kahukaka Road, One Tree Point, 0118, Northland
  • 501, Webb Drive, Chartwell, Hamilton, Waikato
  • 714, Te Kowhai Road, Te Kowhai, 3288, Waikato
  • 11, Highland Drive, Acacia Bay, Taupō, 3385, Waikato
  • 2, Buddle Road, Paerata, 2676, Auckland
  • Rotorua Grove, Aotea, Porirua, 5024, Wellington
  • 2, Walsh Road, 2110, Auckland
  • 7, Tūhua Close, Wharewaka, Taupō, 3378, Waikato
  • 37, Okaia Drive, Kinloch, 3377, Waikato
  • 274, Te Rapa Road, Beerescourt, Hamilton, 3200, Waikato
  • 108 Fairway Drive, Morrinsville
  • 62 Maurice Kelly Road, Wainui
  • 134 Campbell Road, One Tree Hill, Auckland
  • 1 Flounder Drive, Ōmokoroa
  • 9 Montiicola Drive, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
  • 46 Arbuckle Road, Frimley, Hastings
  • 5 Bannister Street, Jacks Point
  • 7 Oakbridge Boulevard, Marshland, Christchurch
  • 72 Hitchen Road, Pōkeno
  • 13 Oakbridge Boulevard, Marshland, Christchurch
  • 153 Brougham Street, Westport
  • 27 Finstock Way, Springston
  • 119 Carters Road, Amberley
  • 16 Camberley Road, Richmond
  • 19 Finstock Way, Springston
  • 32 Nikau Drive, Redwoodtown, Blenheim
  • 80 Benashet Dr, Lincoln
  • 21 Skibbereen Drive, Halswell, Christchurch
  • 37 Meadowstone Street, Gleniti, Timaru
  • 163 Brookside Road, Rolleston
  • 74 Pelorus Avenue, Poraiti, Napier
  • 52 Summersfield Boulevard, Appleby
  • 19 Clydesdale Drive, Holmes Hill, Oamaru
  • 145 Kaniere Road, Kaniere, Hokitika 7811
  • 136 Highland Crescent, Te Awamutu
  • 50, Lochridge Drive, Kinloch, 3300 , Waikato
190 Matua Road, Huapai