According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2020, the latest year for which this data is available, 2,681 new cases of mesothelioma were reported in the United States, and ...

The term “asbestos” as used in the rule covers the following types of fibrous asbestos: asbestos (CAS No. 1332-21-4), chrysotile (CAS No. 12001-29-5), crocidolite (CAS No. 12001-28-4), amosite (CAS No ...

The cost of asbestos siding removal averages $5,700, but a typical range is between $690 and $20,000. Some key factors that affect the total removal cost include the size of the area, type of asbestos ...

Asbestos, a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals, has been historically used for its durability and resistance to heat. Despite its advantageous properties, asbestos is a well-documented ...

On July 6, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule under Section 8(a) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) that will require ...

Asbestos, a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals, has been historically used for its durability and resistance to heat. Despite its advantageous properties, asbestos is a well-documented ...

Mid-90’s, Victoria Australia construction sites would be shut down by union reps on suspicion of the presence of asbestos, mainly demo work. Workers would be sent to the smoko sheds on full pay while ...

The EPA under Trump plans to review a 2024 Biden-era ban on chrysotile asbestos, the last type still used in U.S. industries. The rule remains in effect, but the EPA may revise or partially reverse it ...

Living with asbestos roofs or lead paint? Doctors warn of chronic headaches, cancer, and developmental issues. Learn the ...

Q: Our home was built in 1970 and has a textured ceiling and paneled walls in the living room. We started to remove the old paneling, but this caused some of the ceiling texture to be scraped off.