Image via WikipediaWe have discussed this issue in our asbestos initial and refresher classes. The Zonolite insulation made from vermiculite mineral mined from the Libby, Montana. The vermiculite from this mine is contaminated with tremolite asbestos. Mr. Andrew Schneider wrote this excellant article "Government Refuses to Act on Cancer-Causing Insulation". This is also an important issue for asbestos inspectors because the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is specifically saying not to take samples of this material. This material gives false negative results and EPA recommends that this material be treated and handled as an asbestos containing material. In addition, vermiculite was not only used as attic insulation, it was also used in sprayed-on fireproofing until late 1980s. High-rise buildings built between 1980-1989, using sprayed-on fireproofing made by W.R. Grace (monokote made with vermiculite) also is suspect and again it is suggested that you do not sample this material. This material should be assumed to be asbestos containing.
Future Environment Designs Training Center specializes in asbestos, indoor air quality, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety training programs. We offer New York State asbestos and mold certification courses. We design, develop, and maintain the various indoor air quality, asbestos, and safety programs that are Keeping Your Employees Safe.
Search This Blog
Showing posts with label Building insulation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Building insulation. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 01, 2010
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
That Time of Year! Conferences, Posting Requirements, and OSHA Violations Increased!
It's that time of year again. We're between conferences. February 15-16, 2024 was the Professional Abatement Contractors of New Yor...
-
… … … This debate regarding asbestos floor tiles started at the Professional Abatement Contractors of New York's ...
-
A Merry Holidays and a Happy New Year to all of you who journeyed with us this past year. It has been a see-saw kind of year with some up...
-
The Professional Abatement Contractors of New York (PACNY) have announced the dates and schedule for their annual Environmental Conferenc...