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What is the definition of Thermal Systems Insulation? - CORRECT- ANSWER-applied to pipes, fittings,
tanks, other structural, components etc. , to prevent heat loss or gain. EX: pipe insulation, elbow mud, block
insulation, air cell, asbestos paper wrap, preformed halves, magnesium silica, etc
what is the definition of Miscellaneous products: - CORRECT-ANSWER- material that is not TSI or surfacing
but applied to structural components.
Define Friable vs non friable. - CORRECT-ANSWER-Friable asbestos will crumble , pulverize or otherwise
release dust by applying hand pressure.
What agency does not use the term friable ? why? - CORRECT- ANSWER-OSHA - because tools that are
used by workers can easily make non friable materials friable.
Primary type of asbestos used in the U.S ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-
Chrysotile.
List three building materials / locations where ACM is likely to be found
- CORRECT-ANSWER-fire doors, fume hoods, felt under roofs or siding, amosite sheeting, kiln bricks and
cement, lab equipment, fire safety and equipment, auditorium curtains, gaskets, vibration joints, etc.
What are the 3 major illnesses related to asbestos exposures ? -
CORRECT-ANSWER-Asbestosis, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma.
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What is a latency period ? What is the latency period for asbestos related illnesses ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-
the time between exposure and symptoms / sign of illness. 10-40 years.
Why does cigarette smoking increase chances of getting an asbestos related illness ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-
Paralyzes Cillia in lung.
What asbestos related disease normally appears only after long, large, occupational exposure to asbestos ? -
CORRECT-ANSWER-Asbestosis
what asbestos related disease primarily affects those exposed to asbestos who smoke cigarettes? - CORRECT-
ANSWER-lung cancer - increases chances over 50 times.
who must participate in a medical surveillance program - CORRECT- ANSWER--Employees who conduct
Class I, Class II, and Class III work for more than thirty days.
-Employees who are exposed over the PEL for thirty or more days in a year.
When are asbestos medical surveillance physical exams required ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-- Before doing the
work (pre employment, pre placement)
- Annually
- Upon termination (Cal OSHA requirement)
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What should be performed at an asbestos medical surveillance exam ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-Occupational
History Exam, Chest X ray, Pulmonary Function Test, stool sample
Is there a safe level of asbestos exposure ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-no
What are the 7 major components of the AHERA law ? Whom do they apply ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-
inspection and reinspection requirements, sampling and inspection procedures, lab approval process,
accredited
and non accredited training programs, clearance air testing, management plan requirements, notification
requirements.
how many days is the required accredited training for a building inspector , management planner , project
supervisor, abatement worker , project designer ? - CORRECT-ANSWER-3 , 2 , 5 , 4 , 3
When is unaccredited in house training ok ? - CORRECT-ANSWER- Maintenance or custodial working in
areas where friable ACM is present (2 hour awareness course) , Maintenance personnel disturbing small
amounts of asbestos (2 hours awareness + 14 for sixteen hours operations and maintenance training).