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Although knowledge is common about asbestos in structures and the potential health hazards of having this material exposed and friable, little is made about the presence of asbestos in brake pads.  As asbestos is an excellent insulator that is heat resistant, the versatile chrysotile asbestos, which accounts for 95% of all asbestos in the United States, was manufactured in..

What is Asbestos?Asbestos is a natural mineral that contains six distinct forms. All forms of asbestos possess unique characteristics offer users a seriesof desirable benefits for the construction of commercial and private properties. For instance, when combined with building materials such as cement, asbestos naturally protects and helps strengthen the foundation of a str..

Subpart I - Prohibition of the Manufacture, Importation, Processing and Distribution in Commerce of Certain Asbestos-Containing Products; Labeling RequirementsThis section of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 763 deals with asbestos containing materials and specifically prohibits manufacture, importation, processing, and distribution of most asbestos construction materials...

Drywall has emerged as the most common way to build walls in houses due to its standard size, fire resistance and composition.  A number of issues have cropped up of late due to quality issues with drywall and potential dangerous compounded within it.  Prior to this latest round of investigation into drywall, asbestos drywall was very common in the United States. &nbs..

For centuries, the fireproofing qualities of asbestos has been common knowledge, with even the ancient Greeks and tribes living in Finland using asbestos as lamp wicks and coating cooking utensils with the fibrous material.  Later applications would find the incredibly adaptive applications of asbestos also include rendering it into a powdered form and using that form, wit..

Where is asbestos in my home?Asbestos can be found in a number of applications in the home.  This is because asbestos is versatile and prior to a national ban on asbestos construction materials, the preferred and cheapest option for reliable building material.  Not all asbestos in the home is a threat to the occupants, but identifying sources of possible asbestos cont..

What should be done about asbestos in my home?You will be surprised to hear that generally you should do nothing about asbestos in your home.  Generally, most applications of asbestos materials in the home are sealed in the walls or other indurate material.  As long as this material is intact, there is no danger to you.  This danger factor changes depending on th..

Asbestos in plaster is dangerous for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the fact that this material will degrade over time and release asbestos particles in the air.  Asbestos is harmful as the strand-like particles of friable asbestos can be inhaled without the knowledge of the victim and the health effects might not appear for decades.  Asbestos was used..

Asbestos-Containing Materials in SchoolsThe possible presence of asbestos containing materials in schools is of particular worry as many school buildings were built in the era of the asbestos construction boom.  Most buildings built in the 20th century prior to a ban on asbestos containing construction materials in 1979.  Still, the ban was limited enough to allow exi..

What should be done about asbestos in my home?You will be surprised to hear that generally you should do nothing about asbestos in your home.  Generally, most applications of asbestos materials in the home are sealed in the walls or other indurate material.  As long as this material is intact, there is no danger to you.  This danger factor changes depending on th..

The foundations for widespread asbestos use were laid in the Industrial Era, as innovations such as quick dry Portland cement and the need to insulate and fireproof equipment and structures led to the acceptance of asbestos as a miracle material.  Although the health effects of asbestos were noticed as early as the 1930s, employers and property owners largely ignored these..

Guide to Asbestos in the Toxic Substances Control Act Texta) In generalWithin 360 days after October 22, 1986, the Administrator shall promulgate regulations as described in subsections (b) through (i) of this section. With respect to regulations described in subsections (b), (c), (d), (e), (f), (g), and (i) of this section, the Administrator shall issue an advanced notice of p..

What is a professional asbestos inspector?A professional asbestos inspector is certified by the state to inspect properties and structures for possible asbestos contamination.  Many properties are required to have inspections by almost all states before beginning renovation or demolition work.  This includes commercial and industrial parties, but generally not residen..

WHAT IS ASBESTOS?ASBESTOS  is the name of a group of minerals that occur naturally in the environment that are resistant to heat, fire and chemicals.  In the past they were a frequently used material used in industry, especially the building and construction industries.  Ceiling and floor tiles, paint, adhesives and plastics all contained excessive amounts of asb..

Famous Asbestos Cases:The history of asbestos litigation starts with Ward Stephenson and Clarence Borel. In this asbestos case, Borel the plaintiff, and Stephenson the acting attorney, filed a claim against the Fireboard Paper Products Corporation. The basis of the claim stemmed from the corporations inability to reduce asbestos exposure; Borel claimed that his lung cancer was ..