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Asbestos Program
Asbestos is a hazardous air pollutant, a known carcinogen and there is no known safe level of exposure. DEQ regulates the abatement and disposal of asbestos-containing materials from any public or private building involving demolition, renovation, repair, construction and maintenance activities. The purpose of the DEQ asbestos rules and program is to prevent asbestos fiber release and exposure.
General information
- What you should know about asbestos
- What is asbestos?
- Handling asbestos-containing materials
- DEQ’s Building Survey Requirement
Asbestos advisory for:
- Building owners and operators PDF
- General contractors
- Homeowners: Determining if your home has asbestos-containing materials
- Licensed Abatement contractors PDF
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