A Two Hour Introductory Course
Rowan UniversityEnvironmental Health and SafetyX [email protected]/facilities/ehs
COURSE OVERVIEWIntroductionIdentification of AsbestosHistory and Uses of AsbestosRoutes of EntryHealth Effects of Asbestos ExposureExposure Monitoring
COURSE OVERVIEWProtection From Asbestos ExposureAssessment of ACM Damage Location of ACM Summary/Questions and AnswersAdjourn
WHAT IS ASBESTOS?
Naturally Occurring “A Rock”Silicate MineralChemical ResistantLongitudinal CleavageShape
Serpentine Chrysotilehrysotile
Amphibole Amosite, and CrocidoliteAmosite, and Crocidolite
>3,000 Building Products>3,000 Building ProductsDesirable Physical PropertiesDesirable Physical PropertiesACM >1% AsbestosACM >1% Asbestos
HISTORY OF ASBESTOS USE
Greek BlanketsEgyptian BricksFire Protection
WHERE CAN YOU FIND ASBESTOS?EVERYWHERE
• Insulation• Friction Products• Construction Materials• Resilient Coatings• Fireproofing• Clothing
SPRAY-ON FIREPROOFING
SPRAY-ON FIREPROOFING
FLOOR TILE
PIPE INSULATION
Boiler Wrapping and Cement Pipes
FRIABLE VS. NONFRIABLE
Friable – asbestos capable of being released into the air by hand pressure.
Non-Friable – must use mechanical means to become friable.
ROUTES OF ENTRY
Inhalation
Ingestion
But NOT
•Absorption
•Injection
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM ANATOMY
HEALTH EFFECTSAsbestosisLung CancerMesotheliomaOther Cancers
Pleural Plaques/Asbestos Warts
Inhalation HazardInhalation HazardMust Be DisturbedMust Be DisturbedLatency Period (15 to 40 years)Latency Period (15 to 40 years)
EXPOSURE MONITORING
Air SamplingArea SamplesPersonal Samples
PROTECTION FROM EXPOSURE-PPE
Disposable SuitsDisposable FootwearDisposable Gloves
If Using Chemicals - Add for Specific Chemical
PROTECTION FROM EXPOSURE-RESP.Best Protection From ExposureYou Need to Wear the Right Mask With the
Right Accessories
YOU MAY NOT WEAR A RESPIRATOR AT YOUR JOB UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINED AND CLEARED FOR USE
CARTRIDGESMechanical Filters
N,R,P95, 99, 100
Chemical FiltersAbsorbentAdsorbent
MASKSDust Masks1/2 Face Masks
Negative PressurePositive Pressure
Full Face Masks Negative PressurePositive Pressure
PERSONAL PROTECTION - HYGIENEThe Best Protection Is Common SenseWash Your Hands and Face FrequentlyNo Eating, Drinking, or Smoking During
Asbestos WorkIf You Get Dirty, Change and Wash Your
Clothes Separately
ASSESSMENT OF ACM DAMAGEPhysical Damage
Cuts, Breakage, Alteration, FrictionWater DamageDelaminationDeterioration
RECOGNITION OF RECOGNITION OF DAMAGEDAMAGE
LOCATION OF ACMReview the Comprehensive Building
Survey
Observe the Warning Labels
EMERGENCY EMERGENCY PROCEDURESPROCEDURES
Major Fiber Release (> 3 sq.ft)Major Fiber Release (> 3 sq.ft)Stop Work ImmediatelyStop Work ImmediatelyDo Not Attempt Clean-upDo Not Attempt Clean-upSecure AreaSecure AreaNotify SupervisorNotify SupervisorContact Emergency PersonnelContact Emergency PersonnelDo Not Reenter Area Until Do Not Reenter Area Until
Instructed To Do SoInstructed To Do So
RULES AND RULES AND REGULATIONSREGULATIONS
OSHAOSHAEPAEPANew Jersey New Jersey Subchapter 8Subchapter 8
ACBM MANAGEMENTACBM MANAGEMENTACBM MANAGEMENTACBM MANAGEMENT
AbatemenAbatementt
O&MO&M
ABATEMENT ABATEMENT ACTIVITIESACTIVITIES
EncapsulatioEncapsulationn
EnclosureEnclosure
RemovalRemoval
ABATEMENT ABATEMENT ACTIVITIESACTIVITIESSurvey to Identify ACMSurvey to Identify ACMProject DesignerProject DesignerOccupant NotificationOccupant NotificationWork Area ContainmentWork Area ContainmentPosting of Work AreasPosting of Work AreasEngineering Engineering
Controls/PPEControls/PPEAir MonitoringAir MonitoringAccredited ContractorAccredited Contractor
O&M ACTIVITIESO&M ACTIVITIESO&M ACTIVITIESO&M ACTIVITIESIn-House Small Scale, Short In-House Small Scale, Short
Duration ProjectsDuration ProjectsMaintenance or Repair OnlyMaintenance or Repair Only160 Square Feet/260 Linear 160 Square Feet/260 Linear
Feet/35 Cubic FeetFeet/35 Cubic FeetTrained PersonnelTrained PersonnelSchedule and Coordinate with Schedule and Coordinate with
EH&S prior to activity (including EH&S prior to activity (including floor tile and other non-friable floor tile and other non-friable material)material)
QuizQuizQuizQuizWhat is Asbestos?What is Asbestos?Name 3 Building Materials That Name 3 Building Materials That
May Contain Asbestos?May Contain Asbestos?Name 3 Diseases Associated With Name 3 Diseases Associated With
Asbestos Exposure?Asbestos Exposure?When is Asbestos a Health When is Asbestos a Health
Hazard?Hazard?What Greatly Increases the Risk of What Greatly Increases the Risk of
Lung Cancer?Lung Cancer?What Should You Do If You Identify What Should You Do If You Identify
Damaged ACM?Damaged ACM?
ANY QUESTIONS??
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