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NIOSH Comments to EPA on the Proposed Rule on Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools by R. A. Lemen, June 29, 1987.

PB91169003

Publication Date	1987
Personal Author	Lemen, R. A.
Page Count	8
Abstract	The testimony provides support for the Environmental Protection Agency proposed standard for the identification and abatement of asbestos (1332214) in schools. Several field surveys were conducted by NIOSH to investigate the effectiveness of glove bags in controlling asbestos exposure during abatement. The data show that the practice does not entirely prevent the release of asbestos into the work environment. The results indicate the need for proper training of those persons using glove bags, the institution of proper work practices, and the need for supplemental control measures during the entire abatement action. Methods for sampling, analytical methods, fiber counting, and monitoring are discussed.
Keywords	Environmental surveys Occupational safety and health Industrial medicine Toxic substances School buildings Occupational exposure Insulation Asbestos Personnel development Air pollution abatement Indoor air pollution Testimony
Source Agency	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTIS Subject Category	68G - Environmental Health & Safety 68A - Air Pollution & Control 57U - Public Health & Industrial Medicine 57Y - Toxicology 94D - Job Environment 89G - Construction Materials, Components, & Equipment
Corporate Authors	National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH.
Document Type	Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number	199113

NIOSH Comments to EPA on the Proposed Rule on Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools by R. A. Lemen, June 29, 1987.

NIOSH Comments to EPA on the Proposed Rule on Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools by R. A. Lemen, June 29, 1987.
PB91169003

Publication Date	1987
Personal Author	Lemen, R. A.
Page Count	8
Abstract	The testimony provides support for the Environmental Protection Agency proposed standard for the identification and abatement of asbestos (1332214) in schools. Several field surveys were conducted by NIOSH to investigate the effectiveness of glove bags in controlling asbestos exposure during abatement. The data show that the practice does not entirely prevent the release of asbestos into the work environment. The results indicate the need for proper training of those persons using glove bags, the institution of proper work practices, and the need for supplemental control measures during the entire abatement action. Methods for sampling, analytical methods, fiber counting, and monitoring are discussed.
Keywords	Environmental surveys Occupational safety and health Industrial medicine Toxic substances School buildings Occupational exposure Insulation Asbestos Personnel development Air pollution abatement Indoor air pollution Testimony
Source Agency	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTIS Subject Category	68G - Environmental Health & Safety 68A - Air Pollution & Control 57U - Public Health & Industrial Medicine 57Y - Toxicology 94D - Job Environment 89G - Construction Materials, Components, & Equipment
Corporate Authors	National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH.
Document Type	Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number	199113