Which of the following diseases are generally not associated with asbestos exposure?
Lung Cancer
Skin Cancer
Mesothelioma
Asbestosis - CORRECT ANSWER-Skin Cancer
The purpose of wearing protective clothing inside the containment area is to -
CORRECT ANSWER-Prevent asbestos fibers from leaving the work area
Which best describes the proper use of disposable respirators? - CORRECT ANSWER-
OSHA standard prohibits their use on asbestos abatement projects
Which analytical method is recommended for all buildings and has been phased in for
schools as a requirement to determine successful project performance? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Transmission electron microscopy (TEM)
Hazard and Emergency Response Act (AHERA) - CORRECT ANSWER-The act directs
EPA to develop a regulatory framework to require schools to inspect their buildings
every six months/3 years for asbestos and take appropriate abatement actions using
qualified, accredited persons for inspection and abatement. It was signed by president
Reagan on October 22nd, 1986 and covers all K-12 schools.Regulatory standards are
established for the following: inspections, circumstances which require response actions
(abatement activity), appropriate response actions, implementation of response actions,
operations and maintenance programs, periodic surveillance of asbestos, transport and
disposal, and management plan requirements for schools. Defines asbestos as greater
than 1%.
2 Groups of Asbestos - CORRECT ANSWER-Serpentine (snake like) or Amphibole (rod
like)
3 Most Popular types of Asbestos - CORRECT ANSWER-Chrysotile (White, 95% of
asbestos found, Serpentine)
Amosite (Brown, Amphibole)
Crocidolite (Blue, Amphibole)
Excursion Limit (EL)