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What is asbestos?

Asbestos is the name given to a group of naturally occurring minerals that are resistant to heat and corrosion. Asbestos has been used in products, such as insulation for pipes (steam lines for example), floor tiles, building materials, and in vehicle brakes and clutches. Asbestos includes the mineral fibers chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, anthophyllite, actinolite and any of these materials that have been chemically treated or altered. Heavy exposures tend to occur in the construction industry and in ship repair, particularly during the removal of asbestos materials due to renovation, repairs, or demolition. Workers are also likely to be exposed during the manufacture of asbestos products (such as textiles, friction products, insulation, and other building materials) and during automotive brake and clutch repair work.

Left undisturbed and in good condition, these products can perform as intended. Problems arise, however, when they deteriorate and fall apart or are disturbed during demolition and renovation. This can cause asbestos to break down (become “friable”) into tiny fibers that become airborne.  These fibers are easily inhaled and settle deep into the lungs where they cause lung cancer, asbestosis, or mesothelioma (a related terminal cancer) several years later. Anyone who works or has the potential of working with products containing asbestos must fully comply with all regulatory requirements

Examples of asbestos containing products 
NOT BANNED 
by the EPA
The manufacture, importation, processing and distribution in commerce of these products, as well as some others not listed, are not banned.
  • Cement corrugated sheet
  • Cement flat sheet 
  • Clothing
  • Pipeline wrap
  • Roofing felt
  • Vinyl floor tile
  • Cement shingle
  • Millboard
  • Cement pipe
  • Automatic transmission components
  • Clutch facings
  • Friction materials
  • Disk brake pads
  • Drum brake linings
  • Brake blocks
  • Gaskets
  • Non-roofing coatings
  • Roof coatings
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