Non-Occupational Exposure To Asbestos
Mesothelioma is a dangerous and rare form of cancer and so far, it is only known to be caused by asbestos exposure. It affects the mesothelial cells situated in the area of the lungs and abdomen, causing them to turn into cancerous cells and develop a tumor. However, people can also succumb to it through […]
Ten Places You Can Find Asbestos
Asbestos can be found in many unexpected places. Here are ten spots where asbestos may be found where you may not realize it. read on to learn more. Seals And Sealants Asbestos was often used in caulking in windows and doors until the 1970’s. It was also used on furnace doors, gasket seals, old coal […]
Asbestos In Guttering
Originally used because of its great strength, asbestos was used in many construction projects over the decades as it was malleable and resistant to heat. Of course, it was later discovered when asbestos fibers come into contact with air and is inhaled by humans, it greatly increases the risk of mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. […]
Asbestos In Nature
In reality, “asbestos” is a legal and commercial term that describes a specific group of silicate materials forming long bundles of very thin and lengthy mineral fibers. Read on to learn more about asbestos in nature. Asbestos is most commonly found in three rock types: serpentinites, altered ultramafic rocks, and some mafic rocks. Other rock […]
Types Of Asbestos
In reality, “asbestos” is a legal and commercial term covering many different minerals, but the following are considered to be asbestos. Read on to learn more. Chrysotile Chrysotile is the most common asbestos. Found in walls, roofs, ceilings as well as floors. It also has applications is the automobile industry for boiler seats, gaskets, brake […]
Asbestos In Kitchens
When you are renovating your kitchen you should be aware of serious health and safety concerns as you may be exposed to asbestos and this can cause harm to yourself as well as those living in the same house as you. This is why you need to test materials for asbestos. Look at the following […]
Asbestos And Commercial Buildings
Originally workers involved in maritime work, manufacturing and building trades were exposed to the effects of asbestos. The effects of these included mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. However, exposure to asbestos in the above areas is very different than the exposure for the potential for people who occupy commercial buildings with asbestos-containing building materials, known […]
How Much Does Asbestos Testing Cost?
The average for asbestos testing is about $503, with a typical range around $223 and $815. It may cost as low as $85 or high as $2,000. Testing costs increase with the buildings size and how complex the project is. From around the 1900’s to around the 1970’s, contractors utilized this natural silicate in homes for its insulating capabilities and […]
Secondary Asbestos Exposure
It sounds like something from an Orwellian nightmare but it may be possible that thanks to secondary asbestos exposure every time kissed or hugged a loved one you are inadvertently exposing them to a toxin so deadly, the US Government classifies it as a Group One carcinogen. Although decades have passed since asbestos was used […]
Secondary Exposure to Asbestos
It sounds like something from an Orwellian nightmare but it may be possible that thanks to secondary asbestos exposure every time kissed or hugged a loved one you are inadvertently exposing them to a toxin so deadly, the US Government classifies it as a Group One carcinogen. Although decades have passed since asbestos was used […]
Is Asbestos In Your Walls?
Right until the end of the 1970’s asbestos was a common component in the manufacturing of drywall in the United States. So, if you are planning on some demolition work, remember if the building you are working on was built prior to 1980, it may well contain asbestos. Asbestos exposure may cause scarring of the […]
Worrying about Asbestos In Your Home?
Widely used for nearly the entire twentieth century, asbestos is now banned in excess of fifty countries. So, should you be concerned if it is discovered in your home? In The Home You can often find asbestos in the duct system of older homes. Especially when a white-colored tape has been used. Other areas you […]
How to Get Asbestos License and Certification for Asbestos Removal
Become a Certified Asbestos Abatement Specialist. In order to get your asbestos license, you will need to meet all prerequisites, take the training course(s), pass the final exam, and apply for the certification. Requirements include an application fee, a copy of the training course certificate, a picture of the candidate, and more. About Asbestos Certification […]
What does AHERA stand for? Meaning & Definition
AHERA stands for “Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act”. What is the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act? The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and its regulations call for public school districts and non-profit schools as well as charter schools and those associated with religious institutions to: Inspect their schools for asbestos-containing building materials Prepare a […]
Where Can You Find Asbestos In Your Home?
Asbestos can lurk in your home in many places you may not think of as being a place where you would find it. As asbestos has serious links to many diseases including lung cancer and asbestosis, it is important to learn where to look. Read on to learn of six unexpected places you may find […]
How to Tell The Difference Between Cellulose and Asbestos Insulation
With asbestos still being used as a very commonly used fire retardant and a very popular insulator right until the end of the 1980’s. It was very versatile, affordable and it could be used in tiles and blow it with another material, vermiculite. Differences Between Asbestos And Cellulose Insulation Before we review the differences between […]
Asbestos Certification
Asbestos is often found in older buildings and represents a serious hazard to health for those who encounter it. At one time because of its low cost and high resistance factors, it was a common material used in many kinds of buildings from the 1940s until 1990. Boiler and pipe insulation may also contain asbestos […]
Asbestos Floor Tiles
Until the 1980s, asbestos was regularly used in construction as it was durable and resilient. However, in that decade it was banned when there were discovered to be serious health risks. But a ban did not mean its complete removal from homes. Even today many homeowners sit, wor kand live around hazardous asbestos-containing materials that […]
Identifying Dangerous Asbestos Insulation
In today’s world, most homeowners are familiar with the dangers associated with inhaling and disturbing asbestos fibers. Older homes often feature asbestos in diverse places such as floor tiles, furnaces, and hot water pipe insulation. People are advised not to disturb it and leave it in place or if it has to be moved or […]
Intro to Operation and Maintenance
Many people today have a false perception of the hazards of asbestos containing materials which are installed in buildings in the United States. Asbestos in most building materials is an additive in a material at a fairly low percentage (usually in the range of 1% – 10%). Asbestos is not a health hazard to humans […]
Thoughts on the U.S EPA “2019 FINAL RULE” for Asbestos
The Asbestos Institute is pleased to post this EPA summary of the “2019 Final Rule” for asbestos, commonly referred to as the Significant New Use Rule (SNUR). This rule has been needed for the last 30 years in the US, to give final closure to legal asbestos use. Since the 1989 EPA bans on some […]
EPA Actions to Protect the Public from Exposure to Asbestos
One of EPA’s priorities is to protect the public from the adverse health effects of asbestos. Actions to protect the public from exposure to asbestos under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) include the following three pieces.
What is Asbestos?
Commonly known as a dangerous substance, most individuals don’t realize that asbestos is found in nature. Ask most individuals on the street today to describe asbestos or to provide insight into its characteristics, properties, or even what it simply looks like, and they’ll likely deliver a blank stare. Asbestos is a substance that is known […]
