What is a Certified General Contractor?
A general contractor, main contractor or prime contractor is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of a construction site, management of...
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Asbestos / Prohibited Work Practices
OSHA and EPA prohibit the following activities: Dry sweeping, dusting, shoveling or normal vacuuming of asbestos or PACM material, debris,...
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What OSHA and EPA Rules Protect Workers from Asbestos?
AFSCME has played a major role in shaping federal asbestos laws to protect maintenance, custodial, and other building service workers...
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Why Is It Important to Handle Asbestos Safely?
Asbestos exposure has been linked to several diseases, including malignant mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, and asbestosis. When asbestos becomes airborne,...
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Lead Abatement Concept, Inspection and Risk Assessment.
Lead abatement is an activity to reduce levels of lead, particularly in the home environment, generally to permanently eliminate lead-based paint hazards,...
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Why Is Asbestos Abatement Important?
If damaged asbestos-containing materials are not properly removed by an asbestos abatement company, they can endanger your life and the...
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