Each state has different laws, policies, and procedures on how to deal with asbestos and asbestos exposure. Illinois is no different. Let’s take a look at how property owners should deal with Asbestos Containing...
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Asbestos Health Risks & the TSCA
The Toxic Control Substances Act of 1976 (TCSA) regulates new and previously existing chemicals & compounds. The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response was added to the TCSA in 1986 to specifically address asbestos....
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Asbestos Dangers: Fires & Natural Disasters
While we normally look at how asbestos affects the construction and worksites, we wanted to illustrate the dangers of naturally occurring issues such as floods, tornados,...
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COVID-19 & HVAC
The EPA recently posted an article concerning how COVID-19 affects indoor air supply, quality, and HVAC in general. Here are the takeaways.
The spread of COVID-19 happens...
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Asbestos Regulation Differences: EPA & OSHA
Not every government agency has the same recommended policies, procedures, and recommendations regarding the same issue. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) & The Occupational Safety and Health Administration...
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Transportation of Hazardous Materials Basics
Hazardous materials (also known as HAZMAT) and waste in the construction industry can be created during demolitions, renovations, expansions, and other common jobs & contracts. Any hazardous materials or waste...
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