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Asbestos

Asbestos is the common name for a group of naturally occurring mineral fibers which are known for their high tensile strength and thermal insulating properties. It is commonly found in heating system insulation, vinyl floor tiles and sheet flooring, roofing paper and shingles, cement siding shingles, and a variety of other building construction products. When asbestos is disturbed, it can break down into microscopic fibers that may become airborne. Once airborne, these fibers can be inhaled and trapped in the lungs, posing a health threat. Breathing asbestos can cause respiratory diseases including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, a cancer of the chest cavity lining. More detailed information can be found on EPA’s asbestos Web site. more …

Publications

• Renovation, Demolition & Asbestos – What Building Owners & Contractors in New Hampshire Should Know (brochure)

Rules/Regulatory

• Env-A 1800: Asbestos Management and Control
• Env-Sw 900: Management of Certain Wastes
• He-P 5000: Asbestos Management Rules
• RSA 141-E: Asbestos Management and Control

Education/Outreach

• Asbestos Health Hazards

Technical Assistance

• Certified Asbestos Consultants
• List of Asbestos Containing Materials
• List of Licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractors

Forms/Applications

• Asbestos abatement entity (contractor)
• Asbestos abatement supervisor
• Asbestos abatement worker
• Asbestos consultants
• Asbestos disposal site contractor
• Asbestos disposal site worker
• Demolition/Renovation Notification Form
• Renew ADS contractor license

Related Programs

• Asbestos Disposal Sites Program

Resources/Links

• Mesothelioma Information
• US EPA Asbestos Site
• US EPA Asbestos in Schools

Contact Us

• Asbestos Program
  NHDES Air Resources Division
  29 Hazen Drive; PO Box 95
  Concord, NH 03302-0095
  (603) 271-1373 or (603) 271-1370
  (603) 271-1381 (fax)

 

 

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