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Construction Hazardous Materials Compliance Guide
Asbestos Detection, Abatement and Inspection Procedures
Author: Woodson R. Dodge
Language: EnglishSubjects for Construction Hazardous Materials Compliance Guide:
304 p. · 10.9x18.5 cm · Hardback
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Disturbing asbestos materials during construction is a serious hazard that all contractors may encounter. Because of the insidious nature of the material as a health hazard, EPA regulations require that even when a structure is to be completely demolished, asbestos (and all other hazardous materials) must be removed by a qualified contractor prior to general demolition. A construction contractor contemplating abatement work needs to ascertain regulatory applicability under one of the following: OSHA-approved state program, Federal OSHA regulations (applicable to the private sector and certain federal employees) or OSHA-approved.
Construction Worksite Compliance Guide to Asbestos provides the contractors, building owners and inspectors with the current best management practices for asbestos removal and disposal methods. Packed with checklist, tables and "quick lookup" materials, this manual provides a step by step approach for identifying asbestos, complying with OSHA and EPA regulations as well as the safe disposal of asbestos.
Chapter 1: Finding and Identifying Asbestos
Chapter 2: The Environmental Protection Agency’s Role in Asbestos
Chapter 3: Understanding Wet Neutralization of Asbestos
Chapter 4: Dealing With Asbestos in Demolition Procedures
Chapter 5: Regulations for Record Keeping of Waste Disposal
Chapter 6: Workplace Safety Suggestions
Chapter 7: Working With Asbestos in School Settings
Chapter 8: Education and Training Options for Working with Asbestos
Appendix: Asbestos Resources
Construction Managers, Construction Engineers, Architects, Facilities Managers and Building Owners
- Ascertain the presence of asbestos through testing
- Prepare the abatement plan
- Submit the plan to the state, EPA or local municipality having jurisdiction
- Proper Waste Disposal techniques
- Scope of work