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Asbestos Inspector
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Primary risk associated with asbestos | inhalation due to it becoming airborne |
| Knowing _____ is critical to determine what to do from an insp standpoint | work scope |
| asbestos is a | natural mineral |
| big three types of asbestos | chrysotile, Amosite, Crosidolite |
| Two broad groups of asbestos | Serpentine, Amphibole |
| what color is chrysotile | White |
| __% of all products that were used fall into _____ | 95, Chrysotile |
| amosite is what color | Brown |
| Crocidolite is what color | blue |
| Crocidolite is the____ of the fibers | Strongest |
| when does a regulation go into an effect | after a tragedy, someone gets hurt |
| where was amosite discovered | south africa |
| characteristics | - Noncombustible - High Tensile Strength - Good noise absorption - HOSPITALS - Thermal insulator - Condensation control - COLD - Resistant to the effect of corrosive materials - ACID - Resistant to the effects of friction - CLUTH (cars) BRAKE PRODUC |
| Tensile is an adjective that describes a material's capability of | being stretched, drawn out, or deformed under tension, or anything relating to tension or pulling forces. |
| Asbestos products fall into 3 buckets | 19th century - TSI - Thermal system - Insulation - Surfacing Materials - Catch-all bucket...misc. |
| if its sprayed on (ex. spray on texture) or troweled on | suspect asbetos |
| friable meaning | crumbly or non crumbly |
| think about ____: even if its non friable now, a worker might use a sledgehammer etc | potential |
| why is potential important | helps create a work scope |
| its misc if its | manufactured |
| bigthree diseases from it | asbestosis lung cancer mesothelioma |
| asbestosis is | scarring of the lungs |
| acute vs chronic | immediate is acute chronic is long term |
| asbestos is chronic or acute? | chronic causes chronic illnesses and diseases |
| mesothelioma | is tumor on inner lining or tissue of the lungs |
| latency period of asbestosis | 15-20 years typ. |
| the greater the exposure the higher | probability the potential for injury |
| A latency period is the | e time gap between being exposed to a disease-causing agent (such as a virus, radiation, or toxic substance) and the first appearance of symptoms, or in certain contexts, the time until an infected person becomes contagious. |
| _____ fiber/cc (cubic cm)/wt over an ___/TWA (time-weighted average) | 0.1, 8hr |
| PEL stands for _____ | Permissible Exposure Limit |
| ____ asbestos fibers can fit in a cube only a ___ can be exposed to a human | 4 trillion ; tenth |
| NIOSH stands for | national institute of Occup..... |
| what year did NIOSH establish 0.1 f/cc | 1976, 1994 |
| excursion limit is | over a 30 min period you cant have more than one fiber over 30 min |
| NESHAP came out | 1971 |
| NESHAP focused on | demolition activities, how you handle, and determining whats regulated or not |
| EPA prohibited spray application containing more than __% asbestos by weight and adopted a regulations prohibiting any "visible emissions" in milling and manuf operations | 1 |
| ___ is what you can breathe | 0.1 |
| __ by weight pertains to bulk sampling | 1% |
| if its greater than 1% its ___ | regulated |
| AHERA think og | inside of school buildings |
| AHERA stand for | Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act |
| TAHPR managed under ___ | DSHS |
| NESHAP Stand for | National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants |
| what is friable asbestos as defined by NESHAP | any material containing more than 1 percent asbestos as determiend bla bla bla that when dry, can be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powde rby hand pressure. |
| If the asbestos is less than __ percent as determined by a method other than point counting by polarized liight microscopy, verify the asbestos content by point counting using PLM | 10 |
| what does PLM stand for | Point light microscopy |
| what is non friable asbestos | any material containing more than 1 percent asbestos as determined using the method specified in bla bla bla that when dry, canNOT be crumbled pulverized or reduced to a powder by hand pressure |
| what does Cat 1 non-friable asbestos mean | asbestos containing packings, gaskets, resilient floor covering, and asphalt roofing products containing more than 1 percent asbestos |
| what does Cat 2 non-friable mean | any material, EXCLUDING Cat 1 nonfriable ACM, containing more than 1 percent asbestos |
| how does the EPA define renovation | altering a facility or one or more facility components in any way, including the stripping or removal of RACM from a facility component. |
| Operations in which ______ members are wrecked or taken out are demolitions | load-supporting structural |
| Demolition means | the wrecking or taking out of any load-supporting structural member of a facility together with any related handling operations or the intentional burning of any facility |
| a working day include | holidays that fall on any of the days Monday through Friday |
| What is a RACM | a) friable asbestos material b) Cat 1 nonfriable ACM that has become friable c) cat 1 nonfriable ACM that will be or has been subjected to sanding, grinding, etc d) cat II nonfriable ACM that has a high probability during demo etc |
| how much RACM triggers the applicability of NESHAP req. for demolition and reno. | at least 80 linear meters (260 linear feet) on pipes at least 15 sq meters (160 sq ft) on other facility components or at least 1 cubic meter (35) cubic feet) off facility components where the legth or area could not be measured previously |
| how many linear feet is in 80 linear meters | 260 linear ft |
| how many sq ft is 15 sq merers | 160 sq ft |
| amended water has a | surfactant (dawn dish soap) |
| how many working days before demolition begins must a NESHAP notification be provided | 10 working days |
| PART 1 what is req to be included in a NESHAP notification? | - indication of whether the notice is the original or a revised notification - name, address, and # of both the facility owner and operator and the asbestos removal contractor owner or operator |
| PART 2 what is req to be included in a NESHAP notification? | - type of operation; demolition or renovation - description of the facility or affected part of the facility including the size (square meters [square feet] and number of floors), age, and present and prior use of the facility |
| PART 3 what is req to be included in a NESHAP notification? | - procedure, including analytical methods, employed to detect the presence of RACM and Cat 1 and Cat 2 nonfriable ACM - estimate of approx amount of RACM to be removed in terms of length of pipe in linear meter (linear feet), surface area, |
| what is Class I asbestos work under OSHA | activities involving the removal of TSI and surfacing ACM and PACM |
| fiber means | a particulate form of asbestos, 5 micrometers or linger, with a legth-to-diameter ratio of at least 3 to 1 |
| what is Class II asbestos work under OSHA | activities involving the removal of ACM which is not TSI or surfacing material. This includes, but is not limited to, the removal of asbestos containing wallboard, floor tile and sheeting, roofing and siding shingles, and construction mastics |
| Homogenous area means | an area of surfacing material or thermal system insulation that is uniform in color and texture |
| Four classes of work under OSHA | Class I: Major removal of insulation and surfacing materials. * Class II: Removal of other asbestos-containing materials. * Class III: Repair and maintenance. * Class IV: Custodial cleaning. |
| which class is highest risk (OSHA) | Class I |
| NVLAP stands for | National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program |
| __ bulk samples up to 1000 ft^2 | 3 |
| __ bulk samples greater than 1000, up to 5000 | 5 |
| __ bulk samples greater than 5000 | 7 |
| what is Class IV asbestos work under OSHA | means maintenance and custodial activitis during which employees contact but do not disturb ACM or PACM anf activities to clean up dust, waste and debris resulting from Class I, II, and III activities |
| all facilities no matter the specific exceptions for other regulations must still follow which ones | 40 CFR 61 M (NESHAP) OSHA 1910.1001 (Asbestos) OSHA 1910.134 (Respirators) OSHA 1926.1101 (Asbestos) OSHA 1910.132 (PPE) (1970 OSHA formed) |
| when did OSHA form | 1970 |
| which regulation refers to all three: interior of commercial buildings, interior of public buildings, and interior of schools K-12 | 40 CFR 763 Appendix C To Subpart E Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) |
| what are the exceptions to this: "all facilities no matter the specific exceptions for other regulations must still follow NESHAP and OSHA) | 1 house less than or equal to 4 dwelling units |
| 40 CFR 763 Appendix C To Subpart E Model Accreditation Plan is the same as | MAP |
| which regulation applies to only the interior of public buildings and schools K-12 | 25 TAC 296 TAHPR (Texas Asbestos Health Protection) |
| what are the exceptions to this: "25 TAC 296 TAHPR (Texas Asbestos Health Protection) applies to only the interior of public buildings and schools K-12" | private residence, military govt building, industrial/mfg w controlled access |
| what regulation only applies to the interior of schools K-12 | 40 CFR 763 E AHERA asbestos hazard emergency response act |
| what does AHERA stand for | asbestos hazard emergency response act |
| what is the acronym for 40 CFR 763 E | AHERA |
| what does TAHPR stand for | Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules |
| what is the acronym for 40 CFR 61 M | NESHAP |
| what is the acronym for 40 CFR 763 Appendix C | rmbr its to subpart E MAP |
| what does MAP stand for | Model Accreditation Plan |
| what is the acronym for 25 TAC 296 | TAHPR |
| which OSHA regulations cover asbestos | 1910.1001 1926.1101 |
| which OSHA regulations cover respirators and PPE | 1910.134 1910.132 |
| The EPA was created under the authority of the | Clean Air Act of 1970 (CAA) |
| when did the EPA list asbestos as a hazardous air pollutant | March 31, 1971 |
| what does TSCA stand for | Toxic Substances Control Act |
| in ___, the EPA began enforcement of the AHERA signed into law as Title II of the TSCA | 1986 |
| which asbestos type does not absorb water | amosite |
| when did TAHPR become effective | 1992 |
| TAHPR apply to | public buildings and to persons engaged in asbestos activites wihtin public buildings for any purpose |
| what is required by the owner/operator when it is not possible to wet ACM when removing it? | - local exhuast vent to capture any that is airborne but make sure you cant see visible emissions to the outside air a glove bag system designed and operated to contain asbestos leak-tight wrapping to contain all RACM PRIOR to dismantlement |
| PART 1 what must be included in waste shipment records | name addrss number of contractor for waste - name address of local state or epa responsible for NESHAP - quanitity in CUBIC METERS - name and nymber of disposal site operator - name and location of disposal site - date transported |
| PART 2 what must be included in waste shipment records | name, address, number of transporters - certification that the contents are full and accurately described by propr shipping name and are classified in proper condition |
| how long must waste shipment records be maintained by the generator/contractor | 2 years |
| 2 types of Resp | - APR Air Purifying Resp - SAR Supplied Air Resp |
| who's responsible for fit testing etc | NIOSH |
| who approves respiratory protection | NIOSH |
| who wrote the respiratory standard | OSHA |
| on what material does the 357 rule come in | Surfacing material |
| HAZCOM sign words | ASBESTOS Cancer and Lung Disease Hazard Authorized Personnel Only Respirators and Protective Clothing are Required in this Area |
| There is some subjectivity when deciding samples for what material | Misc |
| rule of thumb for how many samples when there's TSI and Misc.? | 3 |
| what are the 3 categories of resp | APR - Air purifying SAR - Supplied air SCBA - Self-Contained (breathing air bottles?) |
| RACM stands for | Regulated Asbestos Containing Material |
| what category is gaskets and stuff in (RACM) | Category 1 |
| how often do you need to fit test, medical clearance | annually, facial changes, weight loss or gain |
| what do you need to do prior to putting on resp each and every time | positive and neg fit check inspections clean-shaven |
| HEPA stands for | High-Efficiency Particulate Air |
| __ fiber in a cubic cm | 0.1 |
| what is the acronym for the labs you must use that are accredited under said acronym | NVLAP |
| what does LEA stand for | Local Education Agency |
| Which Texas Agency licenses asbestos inspectors and enforces the Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules? | Department of State Health Services |
| What does DSHS stand for | Department of State Health Services |
| The Texas Asbestos Health Protection Act is found in which part of Texas Law | Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1954 |
| In which part of the Texas Administrative Code are the current Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules found? | 25 TAC Chapter 296 |
| What does TAC stand for | Texas Administrative Code |
| To perform an asbestos survey on a public building, an asbestos inspector must be employed by: A licensed asbestos consultant agency or | management planner agency |
| What is the term of a new asbestos license in Texas? | 2 years |
| An inspector's license has been expired for more than one year. What is the result? | it cannot be renewed; the person must apply for a new license, including the examination |
| While engaged in any asbestos-related activity, a licensee must: | Keep the DSHS identification card on-site at all times |
| If a Texas asbestos rule is more stringent than an adopted federal standard, which must be met? | The more stringent Texas requirement |
| An initial license application must include DSHS's Physician's Written Statement documenting a medical exam performed within what period? | The past 12 months |
| Which licensee is not required to take the DSHS Asbestos Inspector Exam to obtain an inspector license? | management planner |
| if none of an applicant's required training came from a DSHS-licensed training provider, the applicant must also complete which course? | A 3-hour Texas Asbestsos Law and Rules Course |
| For a public building under the Texas rules, material is ACM if it contains how much asbestos? | 1.0% or more |
| demolition of Public building requires a notification to DSHS even if no asbestos identified how early | At least 10 working days |
| In Chapter 296, "working days" means: | Monday through Friday, including holidays that fall on those days |
| Chapter 296 is for what rule | TAHPR |
| which licensees are required to take the DSHS inspector exam | Air monitoring tech Abatement Supervisor Project Manager |
| report a known violation to DSHS within | 24 hours |
| AHERA applies to which type of buildings | Public and private nonprofit K-12 school buildings |
| Where are the AHERA regulations for schools codified? | 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E |
| Under AHERA, a material is considered ACM if it contains more than what % of asbestos by WEIGHT | 1% |
| AHERA classified suspect ACBM into which 3 cat? | Surfacing Material, TSI, Miscellaneous Material |
| minimum bulk sample for 5,000 sqft Hom. Area | 5 |
| minimum bulk sample for 6,000 sqft Hom. Area | 7 |
| for TSI, how many bulk samples req except small patched areas | At least 3 |
| what analytical method is used under AHERA to analyze bulk samples of suspect ACBM? | Polarized Light Microscopy PLM |
| After a request, how quickly must a school make its asbestos management plan available for inspection? | Within 5 working days |
| How often must AHERA reinspections of school buildings with ACBM be conducted? | Every 3 years |
| How often must periodic surveillance of known or assumed ACBM be performed? | Every 6 months |
| minimum initial training for an AHERA inspector under the Model Accreditation Plan | 3 days |
| school buildings before may be exempt from inspection (DATE?) | October 12, 1988 |
| How often must schools notify parents, teachers etc that the asbestos management plan is available? | At least once each school year |
| How much asbestos awareness training must maintenance and custodial staff receive under AHERA | At least 2 hours |
| Which response action involves treating ACBM with a sealant that penetrates or coats the material to prevent fiber release? | Encapsulation |
| what does PACM stand for | Presumed Asbestos-Containing Material |
| A safety data sheet (SDS) in an asbestos context is a standardized 16-section document that identifies | asbestos content, details severe health risks like lung cancer and mesothelioma, and outlines mandatory personal protective equipment, handling precautions, and disposal methods for workers handling asbestos-containing materials. |
| Cat1 nonfriable asbestos-containing material means ______ containing more than 1 percent asbestos as determined using _______ | asbestos containing packings, gaskets, resilient floor covering, and asphalt roofing products; Polarized Light Microscopy |
| Cat 2 nonfriable ACM is ______ | any material excluding Cat 1 nonfriable ACM |
| TWA employer shall ensure that no employee is exposed to an airborne concentration of asbestos in excess of __ fiber per cc of air as an ___ hour TWA, | 0.1, eight (8) |
| Excursion limit | 1.0 fiber per cc of air (! f/cc) as averaged over a sampling period of 30 minutes |
| how many sample required from each homo area of patched TSI less than 6 linear or sqft | at least 1 |
| PEL numbers | (0.1 F/cc) 8 hr TWA |
| TSI req how many samples per homo area excl patched | 3 |
| greater than __% is what you're comparing when sampling | 1 |
| ACM (school buildings) is any material or product which contains more than __% asbestos | 1 |
| asbestos containing building material is found in or on ________ of schools buildings | interior structural members |
| emergency building for schools must be inspected within how many days | 30 |
| NESHAP, OSHA, and AHERA is greater than __% TAHPAR is ____% | 1, 1% or more |
| HEPA | 99.97 0.3 micron or larger |
| PEL is described in | 29 CFR 1926.1101(c) |
| inspector initial and renwel fee | $130 |
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