- Author
- Pielert, J. H. | Mathey, R. G.
- Title
- Guidelines for Assessment and Abatement of Asbestos-Containing Materials in Buildings.
- Coporate
- National Bureau of Standards, Washington, DC
- Sponsor
- General Services Administration, Washington, DC
- Report
- NBSIR 83-2688, May 1983,
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
- buildings; construction materials; asbestos; abatement; flame resistant materials; air pollution; guidelines; regulations
- Abstract
- This report presents guidelines for the assessment and abatement of asbestos-containing materials in buildings based on available information. Background information is given on the history and use of asbestos-containing products in buildings, and regulations pertaining to their use. Included are control measures for buildings containing asbestos materials, procedures for determining condition of the materials, and abatement techniques for containment and removal. A summary is presented of recent guide specifications and standards developed by industry, government agencies, and a standards organization which are related to asbestos-containing materials in existing buildings. These documents include guidance for the control, assessment, and abatement of such materials.