CSST EXAM BUILDING INSPECTION
(BUILDING INSPECTION FOR
ASBESTOS) WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
Why was asbestos added to construction materials ? - ANSWER - It provided: insulation
properties, strength and durability from weathering, made spray on products easier to
apply, and does not conduct electricity.
What are the three types of asbestos and their associated species? - ANSWER -
Chrysotile : Serpentine , Amosite and Crocidolites : amphiboles.
What is the predominant color and structure of Chrysotile asbestos ? - ANSWER - white
, long , curly , hollow
What is the predominant color and structure of Amosite asbestos ? - ANSWER - brown /
tan ; long and straight
What is the predominant color and structure of Crocidolite ? - ANSWER - blue ; long
and straight
What is the definition of a Surfacing material ? - ANSWER - is a sprayed on troweled on
or otherwise applied to structural surfaces EX: acoustic / decorative ceilings, fire
proofing, textured paints and plasters.
What is RACM? - ANSWER - Regulated asbestos containing material.
When is a NESHAP notification required? - ANSWER - Required for all demolition even
if no ACM.
When is a FED EPA notification required ? - ANSWER - whenever more than 160
square feet, 250 linear feet, or one cubic meter will be disturbed as part of a renovation
What is the federal OSHA regulation that regulates asbestos exposure for construction?
- ANSWER - 29 CFR 1926.1101
what is the definition of Thermal Systems Insulation? - 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: - ANSWER - material that is not TSI or
surfacing but applied to structural components.
Define Friable vs non friable. - ANSWER - Friable asbestos will crumble , pulverize or
otherwise release dust by applying hand pressure.
What agency does not use the term friable ? why? - 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 ? - ANSWER - Chrysotile.
List three building materials / locations where ACM is likely to be found - 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 ? - ANSWER -
Asbestosis, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma.
What is a latency period ? What is the latency period for asbestos related illnesses ? -
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 ? -
ANSWER - Paralyzes Cillia in lung.
What asbestos related disease normally appears only after long, large, occupational
exposure to asbestos ? - ANSWER - Asbestosis
what asbestos related disease primarily affects those exposed to asbestos who smoke
cigarettes? - ANSWER - lung cancer - increases chances over 50 times.
who must participate in a medical surveillance program - 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 ? - ANSWER - -
Before doing the work (pre employment, pre placement)
- Annually
- Upon termination (Cal OSHA requirement)
What should be performed at an asbestos medical surveillance exam ? - ANSWER -
Occupational History Exam, Chest X ray, Pulmonary Function Test, stool sample
Is there a safe level of asbestos exposure ? - ANSWER - no
(BUILDING INSPECTION FOR
ASBESTOS) WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
Why was asbestos added to construction materials ? - ANSWER - It provided: insulation
properties, strength and durability from weathering, made spray on products easier to
apply, and does not conduct electricity.
What are the three types of asbestos and their associated species? - ANSWER -
Chrysotile : Serpentine , Amosite and Crocidolites : amphiboles.
What is the predominant color and structure of Chrysotile asbestos ? - ANSWER - white
, long , curly , hollow
What is the predominant color and structure of Amosite asbestos ? - ANSWER - brown /
tan ; long and straight
What is the predominant color and structure of Crocidolite ? - ANSWER - blue ; long
and straight
What is the definition of a Surfacing material ? - ANSWER - is a sprayed on troweled on
or otherwise applied to structural surfaces EX: acoustic / decorative ceilings, fire
proofing, textured paints and plasters.
What is RACM? - ANSWER - Regulated asbestos containing material.
When is a NESHAP notification required? - ANSWER - Required for all demolition even
if no ACM.
When is a FED EPA notification required ? - ANSWER - whenever more than 160
square feet, 250 linear feet, or one cubic meter will be disturbed as part of a renovation
What is the federal OSHA regulation that regulates asbestos exposure for construction?
- ANSWER - 29 CFR 1926.1101
what is the definition of Thermal Systems Insulation? - 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: - ANSWER - material that is not TSI or
surfacing but applied to structural components.
Define Friable vs non friable. - ANSWER - Friable asbestos will crumble , pulverize or
otherwise release dust by applying hand pressure.
What agency does not use the term friable ? why? - 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 ? - ANSWER - Chrysotile.
List three building materials / locations where ACM is likely to be found - 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 ? - ANSWER -
Asbestosis, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma.
What is a latency period ? What is the latency period for asbestos related illnesses ? -
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 ? -
ANSWER - Paralyzes Cillia in lung.
What asbestos related disease normally appears only after long, large, occupational
exposure to asbestos ? - ANSWER - Asbestosis
what asbestos related disease primarily affects those exposed to asbestos who smoke
cigarettes? - ANSWER - lung cancer - increases chances over 50 times.
who must participate in a medical surveillance program - 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 ? - ANSWER - -
Before doing the work (pre employment, pre placement)
- Annually
- Upon termination (Cal OSHA requirement)
What should be performed at an asbestos medical surveillance exam ? - ANSWER -
Occupational History Exam, Chest X ray, Pulmonary Function Test, stool sample
Is there a safe level of asbestos exposure ? - ANSWER - no
