SafetyQuestion 1299 of 1605
Before renovation or demolition of an older building, the standard approach to potential asbestos-containing materials (ACM) is to:
a.Presume certain materials are ACM unless proven otherwise, and have them surveyed/tested by qualified personnel
b.Wet the material and grind it up
c.Assume none is present and proceed
d.Let any worker remove it
Explanation
1926.1101 presumes certain materials (e.g., thermal system insulation, surfacing material in pre-1981 buildings) contain asbestos unless a survey/testing shows otherwise. Disturbing ACM without controls exposes workers to a carcinogen.
Law Reference: 29 CFR 1926.1101Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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