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Govt suspends use of foil insulation

09/02/2010 | 11:01 AM

The federal government has suspended the use of foil insulation nationwide under the home insulation program, effective on Tuesday.

Environment Minister Peter Garrett said the safety of householders and installers was an absolute priority for the program.

"Today, we have taken action to suspend foil insulation from use under the home insulation program," Mr Garrett said in a statement.

"Metallic foil is conductive and, when installed incorrectly, without undertaking the mandatory risk assessments and in breach of clear program requirements, this product can be dangerous."

There have been four installation-related deaths since the program began.

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