Boiler room walls and ceilings may also be covered with asbestos containing material. Asbestos may be present in the backing of some vinyl sheet flooring. Fibers can be released if the backing on the sheet flooring is sanded. These regulations specify asbestos ession limits and control procedures. Asbestos is also regulated by local authorities, such as the local county health department.
Local regulations are generally more restrictive than the federal regulations.
Inspection requirements Restrictions such as prohibiting the use of glovebags Enclosure requirements. In general, it is advisable to use contractors specifically experienced, trained, and licensed for asbestos demolition and removal operations. This fact sheet should only be considered as an introduction to pollution prevention. Pollution prevention requires a new attitude about pollution control. Traditional thinking places all the responsibility on a few environmental experts in charge of treatment.