Can a DNR inspector write a citation on site?
No. The DNR inspector documents violations on site and requests an enforcement conference with the violator, the inspector, and a warden. If a citation is issued, it is processed by the warden at that time. Why is asbestos a concern? Asbestos is a known carcinogen, with no known safe levels of exposure. It causes a number of respiratory diseases, including asbestosis, lung cancer, mesothelioma, and may have connections to some intestinal and stomach cancer. Asbestos is a mineral that is used in thousands of building materials. The naturally occurring fiber is added to building materials to strengthen them and increase their resistance to heat. Failing to inspect for asbestos prior to a renovation or demolition means the presence of asbestos is unknown, thus increasing the likelihood that the public and workers could be exposed to asbestos fibers. How does citation authority work with the existing regulations? Asbestos citation authority, NR 447.19, was added to address three particular
