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PRESENTED BYEASC REGIONAL SAFETY OFFICE
U.S. DOC/NOAA/EASC200 GRANBY STREETNORFOLK VA 23510
757-441-6448
ASBESTOS HAZARD TRAINING
Private Contractor
Work
Facility shall ensure thatcontractors are aware ofpotential hazard andshall maintain strictcompliance with 29 CFR 1926.1101Asbestos Standard.
REFERENCES
29 CFR 1910.100129 CRR 1926.1101
DOC OSH MANUAL Chapter 13
ASBESTOS POLICY
The substitution of asbestos withnon-asbestos materials.
The use of engineering, administrative controls &personal protective equipmentwhere substitution is not possible.
NAVY
WHAT IS ASBESTOS?
Widely used, mineral basedmaterial
Resistant to heat & corrosivechemicals
Fibers may range from coarseto silky
How Asbestos Enters The Body
•By INHALATION•By INGESTION
In the body, asbestos fibers can become embedded in the tissues of the respiratory tract orthe digestive system. There have been cases of 20-40 years of latencybefore malignancy appears. 3 distinctdiseases can be caused by inhalation oringestion. They are:
MESOTHELIOMA
A rare malignant tumor of the lungmembrane which lines the chest andabdominal cavity.
ASBESTOSISA progressively restrictive fibrosis of the lung and is recognized as a disabling and fatal occupational disease.
Definition:
FIBROSIS - A condition marked by theincrease of connective, fibrous tissue.
BRONCHIAL LUNG CANCER
Malignant tumor of the bronchial tubes,this disease is more common than theprevious two.
Health Hazards of Asbestos and Tobacco
Asbestos workers who smokehave a 50 times greater chance of getting lungcancer than those whodo not smoke.
Exposure LimitsPermissible Exposure Limit (PEL)0.1 Fibers per cubic centimeter of air calculated as an 8 hour time weighted average (TWA) exposure.
Excursion Limit (EL)1 Fiber per cubic centimeter averaged over a 30 minute sampling period.
PELEL
Exceeding Exposure Limits
If potential over-exposure exists, it isnecessary to begin air monitoring,employee training, and medical surveillance.
Personnel known to have beenexposed to airborneconcentration above the PEL shallbe notified in writing of the exposure5 days after the finding.
Areas Where Asbestos Can Be Found
* Suspended ceiling tiles * Thickening agents in paints
* Exterior siding shingles * Fireproof drapes and curtains * Vinyl flooring and mastic (glue) * Friction products (brake & cluth facings)* Reinforcing materials (cement pipe & sheet materials)* Primary insulation and lagging material for high temperature machinery, boilers, and piping
Working with Asbestos
WHEN ASBESTOS IS
HANDLED
MIXED
APPLIED
REMOVED
CUT SCORED……..
SHALL BE WORKED IN
A WET STATE TO
PREVENT AIRBORNE
FIBERS IN
THE ATMOSPHERE.
Working with Asbestos (cont'd)
Employees Working with Asbestos Shall Not:
Eat / DrinkChew tobaccoChew gumSmokeApply cosmetics
IN THE WORK AREA.
Asbestos Containing Material
Friable Asbestos - Reduced topowder by hand pressure when dry.
Non-Friable Asbestos - Usuallyfound bonded into other materials.
Definition: Friability - the likelihoodthat fibers will break loose and become airborne.
Sources of Damage Resulting in Fiber Release
• Chemical spills, leaks or fumes
• Fans and blowers
• Exposure to elements
• Vibration
• Impact from other objects
• Drilling
Personal Protective Equipment
Personnel involved inhandling asbestoscontaining materialsduring "rip-out" orwhere the PEL is exceeded shall wear protective clothing.
My Antlers Protect Me !
Protective Clothing
Required
Full body, one-piecedisposable coveralls
Hoods extending beyond thecollar
Medium weight rubber glovesand a thin cotton under glove
Protective Footwear
SLIP RESISTANT PLASTIC SHOE COVERS OR
HEAVY POLYETHYLENE SHOE COVERS
WITH SLIP RESISTANT SOLES, OR LIGHT
WEIGHT RUBBER BOOTS.
Face ProtectionFace Shields, vented goggles,or other appropriateprotection wheneye irritation ispossible
Protective Equipment Cont'd
Proper respiratory
protection
as determined by
OSHA
Respirator Program
1. Development of a respirator program SOP.
2. Fit testing initially & every 6 months.
3. Records are retained indefinitely.
LunchroomsSpecial lunchroom facilities shall be provided foremployees who work in areas where their exposureis above the PEL.
These facilities shall have a positive pressure,filtered air supply & should be readily accessible.
Prior to use, employees should have washed theirfaces, hands and removed surface asbestos fromclothing & equipment by vacuuming or othermeans.
Changing Facilities
Procedures for the removal ofclothing shall be posted, including leaving respirator onwhile vacuuming clothing andduring clothing removal.
Shower facilities shall be locatedbetween the clean and dirtyfacility.
Supervisors shall ensure that allpersonnel take showers at the endof each shift.
CHANGE ROOM **********
PROCEDURES
Warning Signs* Conspicuously displayed anywhere the airborne concentration exceeds PEL.
* Required protective equipment may be attached to or be a part of the sign.
D A N G E R ASBESTOSCancer and Lung Disease Hazard Authorized Personnel OnlyRespirators And Protective Clothing Are Required In This Area
Warning Labels
• Warning labels shall beattached to containers.
•Labels shall be printed inletters of sufficient size &contrast to be readily visible & legible.
D A N G E R
Contains Asbestos Fibers
Avoid Creating Dust
Cancer & Lung Disease Hazard
Disposal Procedures
• Containers must beproperly labeled withstandard asbestoswarning.• Asbestos wastecontainers shall becolor coded for easyrecognition.
D A N G E R
Contains Asbestos Fibers Avoid Creating DustCancer and Lung Disease Hazard
Disposal Procedures
• Must be adequately wetted.
• Double bagged in heavy duty plastic.
• Exercise care to prevent rupturing when being moved.
• Dumpsters shall be labeled "Asbestos Waste Only".
Medical Records
All personnel who are included in the asbestos medical surveillance programshall have the exterior of their health records and X-rayjackets prominentlymarked "Asbestos."
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COLLECTING SAMPLES FOR ASBESTOS EVALUATION
TO COLLECT A SAMPLE FOR EVALUATION BY THE EASC SAFETY OFFICE:
Keep the material in a wet state
Use gloves (latex)
Place in zip lock bag
Do not staple to anything
Mail to RSM
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