What are some materials on construction sites that might contain asbestos?
• There may be asbestos in roofing felt, roof patch material, vinyl tile, linoleum backing, “transite,” asbestos cement (AC) pipe and sheet, pipe insulation, fireproofing, and spray-on decorative acoustical ceiling material. • Most new products don’t contain asbestos (although some still do). Asbestos exposure is most likely when renovating or demolishing older structures. 4. If you think there may be an asbestos hazard, how can you find out for sure? • To find out if a material contains asbestos, the company can send samples to a lab for testing. You can’t identify asbestos just by looking at it. • If necessary, the company can also bring in a qualified professional to measure the asbestos dust level in the air with instruments. This is called air monitoring. • If you suspect that there’s asbestos around, speak up! Ask if anyone has checked it out. 5. What happens if we do discover some asbestos on the job site? • We will stop work and clear the area. • A certified expert will decide
