How is asbestos removed?
• Where does asbestos go after it is removed? • How can I tell if I have asbestos in my Building? • Who do I call if I have a concern? • What is asbestos? Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals. The three most common types of asbestos are: • chrysotile • amosite • crocidolite Asbestos is commonly used as an acoustic insulator, thermal insulator, fire proofing and in other building materials. Asbestos fibers are incredibly strong and have properties that make them resistant to heat. Asbestos is often found in ceiling tiles, pipe and vessel insulation, blow onto structural beams and ceilings, in floor tile, linoleum and mastic. • Why is asbestos a hazard? Asbestos is made up of microscopic bundles of fibers that may become airborne when distributed. These fibers get into the air and may become inhaled into the lungs, where they may cause significant health problems. Researchers still have not determined a “safe level” of exposure but we know the grater and the longer the exp
When removal is conducted, a licensed Contractor must notify the State Department of Labor and either the City County Health Department or the State Department of Environmental Quality ten days in advance of removal. Some projects, those involving removal of more than 160 square feet or 260 linear feet of ACM, are required to have a project design, that details how the contractor will perform the removal.Upon approval from the DOL, workers construct a containment, sealing all possible entries and exits to prevent air from escaping from containment. Containments are maintained under negative pressure and the air is exhausted through special filters that make sure the air exhausted is safe. A decontamination unit is built on to the containment, where workers change into disposable suits and respirators upon entering, and shower out before exiting the work area, so as not to contaminate the area around the containment by tracking out asbestos on their cloths or body. Once the containment
Asbestos is a group of fibers, both natural and man-made, that were widely used prior to mid-1970s to insulate buildings, prepare roof shingles and dry walls, and for the installation of cement pipes and floor tiles. While asbestos is still part of construction materials, certain fibers are not longer being used because of their highly porous consistence that makes them more likely to be inhaled. Removal of asbestos is essential to prevent a series of respiratory problems. Because asbestos can be inhaled and remain in the lungs for several years, it can lead to anything from shortness of breath and coughing to lung cancer and even death. Removal of asbestos is essential for the health of people residing in a building. Removal of asbestos is also the legal responsibility of the owner of the building, and can only be attempted by licensed asbestos abatement contractors. Once a building owner identifies the presence of asbestos, he should try and remove it as soon as possible. Removal of
When removal is conducted, a licensed Contractor must notify the State Department of Labor and either the City County Health Department or the State Department of Environmental Quality ten days in advance of removal. Some projects, those involving removal of more than 160 square feet or 260 linear feet of ACM, are required to have a project design, that details how the contractor will perform the removal. Upon approval from the DOL, workers construct a containment, sealing all possible entries and exits to prevent air from escaping from containment. Containments are maintained under negative pressure and the air is exhausted through special filters that make sure the air exhausted is safe. A decontamination unit is built on to the containment, where workers change into disposable suits and respirators upon entering, and shower out before exiting the work area, so as not to contaminate the area around the containment by tracking out asbestos on their cloths or body. Once the containment
