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Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this presentation, you will: ► Understand the hazard communication information required by the OSHA General Industry Standard for Asbestos ► Recognize the uses and hazards of asbestos ► Be able to outline the basic elements of an Asbestos Management Plan

Agenda Presentation Agenda: ► Background Information on Asbestos ► Hazards of Asbestos ► Asbestos Management Program

Overview Section 1

What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring material: ► Most common forms –Amosite –Chrysotile –Crocidolite

The “Miracle Mineral” Asbestos: ► Derived from the Greek word for “inextinguishable” ► Called the “Miracle Mineral” ► Large deposits were discovered in Canada

History of Asbestos Unique properties: ► Fire retardant ► High tensile strength ► Poor heat and electric conductor ► Impervious to chemical attack

Use of Asbestos Asbestos-containing materials: ► Insulation ► Ceiling and floor tiles ► Caulks, cements ► Shingles, siding ► Brake linings

Asbestos Regulations Regulations: ► OSHA ► EPA ► DOT ► States

Hazards Section 2

Asbestos Health Hazards Three primary diseases associated with asbestos exposure: ► Asbestosis ► Lung cancer ► Mesothelioma

Asbestosis Exposure to asbestosis has caused: ► Serious, chronic, non-cancerous respiratory disease ► Inhaled fibers aggravate and scars lung tissues ► Symptoms include –Shortness of breath –Dry crackling sound when inhaling

Lung Cancer and Asbestos Workers Lung cancer: ► Exposure to other carcinogens increase risk of lung cancer ► Smokers are more likely to develop lung cancer ► Symptoms include coughing and changes in breathing

Mesothelioma Mesothelioma: ► Occurs in the lungs, chest, abdomen, and heart ► Linked with asbestos exposure ► Workers exposed to asbestos have increased risk

Risk Factors Three main risk factors: ► Amount of exposure ► Smoking ► Age

Asbestos Management Program Section 3

Identification Identification: ► Requirements for facility and building owners ► “Presumed Asbestos-Containing Materials” ► Microscopes are used to identify asbestos content

Labeling Labeling: ► Label all materials containing asbestos ► Labels must be clearly visible ► Signs must designate airborne asbestos exceeding permissible levels ► Identify mechanical rooms where asbestos is present

Housekeeping The asbestos management plan: ► Establishes procedures for working on or near installed asbestos ► Sanding floor tile ► Wet stripping ► Broken ceiling or floor tiles

Fiber Release Episodes Fiber release episodes: ► Unplanned damage to asbestos-containing material ► Procedures must be developed for these events ► Can be handled internally or through contractor

Do’s and Don’ts DO’s: ► Know where these materials are located ► Adhere to posted signs and labels DON’Ts: ► Disturb these materials ► Handle suspect materials

Your Responsibilities Section 4

Your Responsibilities Your responsibilities: ► Know locations of asbestos-containing materials ► Adhere to all posted signs and labels ► Only enter regulated areas if trained and authorized

Your Responsibilities Your responsibilities: ► Do not disturb asbestos-containing materials ► Do not handle any suspect materials ► Report any fiber release episode to management

Additional Information Sources of additional information: Asbestos Standard for General Industry. OSHA Publication 3095, (1995). Asbestos: Criteria for a Recommended Standard. US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), (1976, December). The company’s Asbestos Management Plan