This notification is made pursuant to the requirements within the California Health and Safety Code 25915. The University continues to survey locations for the presence of asbestos-containing material and ACM is routinely inspected to ensure the integrity of the material. This information is then made available to employees. Asbestos fibers are commonly found in thermal system insulation, fire doors, roofing materials, floor tiles, laboratory benchtops, spray-on insulation, and mastics. All floor tile, mastic, thermal system insulation and surfacing materials in buildings constructed prior to 1981 are presumed to contain asbestos unless sampling and analysis refutes the classification.
Asbestos fibers are only a health hazard if they become airborne in sufficient numbers.
Since asbestos is only a hazard if airborne, it is important for employees to follow proper work practices to minimize the potential for disturbing the materials and releasing fibers. In particular, avoid touching asbestos materials on walls, ceilings, pipes or in equipment. Do not break, drill or remove floor tiles. Do not place holes or hang plants or other objects from walls or ceilings containing or presumed to contain asbestos. Do not disturb damaged asbestos debris or materials.