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2. Asbestos abatement - Wikipedia

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   In construction, asbestos abatement is a set of procedures designed to control the release of asbestos fibers from asbestos-containing materials. [1] Asbestos abatement is utilized during general construction in areas containing asbestos materials, particularly when those materials are being removed, encapsulated, or repaired.

3. File:1965 Asbestos Study - Procedures and Findings.pdf

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4. Safety data sheet - Wikipedia

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   An example SDS, including guidance for handling a hazardous substance and information on its composition and properties. A safety data sheet (SDS), [1] material safety data sheet (MSDS), or product safety data sheet (PSDS) is a document that lists information relating to occupational safety and health for the use of various substances and products.

5. Asbestos - Wikipedia

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   Asbestos (/ æ s ˈ b ɛ s t ə s, æ z-,-t ɒ s / ass-BES-təs, az-, -⁠toss) [1] is a group of naturally occurring, toxic, carcinogenic and fibrous silicate minerals.There are six types, all of which are composed of long and thin fibrous crystals, each fibre (particulate with length substantially greater than width) [2] being composed of many microscopic "fibrils" that can be released into ...

6. Hierarchy of hazard controls - Wikipedia

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   Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes gloves, Nomex clothing, overalls, Tyvek suits, respirators, hard hats, safety glasses, high-visibility clothing, and safety footwear. PPE is often the most important means of controlling hazards in fields such as health care and asbestos removal.

7. Construction site safety - Wikipedia

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   Hazard communication standards provide criteria for hazard classification, chemical labels, safety data sheets, and information on training. [ 59 ] Personal protective equipment like face shields, gloves, respirators, and protective clothing is important in order to protect construction workers from chemical hazard threats like skin absorption ...

8. Asbestos and the law - Wikipedia

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   Asbestos abatement (removal of asbestos) has become a thriving industry in the United States. Strict removal and disposal laws have been enacted to protect the public from airborne asbestos. The Clean Air Act requires that asbestos be wetted during removal and strictly contained, and that workers wear safety gear and masks.

9. Asbestosis - Wikipedia

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   "Asbestos health and safety". British Government Health and Safety Executive. "Asbestos Exposure". National Cancer Institute, USA. 2017-06-15. "Environmental Health Guidance Note—Asbestos" (PDF). Queensland Health. May 2002. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-02-27 "Asbestos". IRIS—Integrated Risk Information System.