In most circumstances, Environmental Quality Management Department (EQM) has the responsibility of conducting assessments to investigate the occurrence of asbestos containing materials. It is also charged with the responsibility of coordinating asbestos abatement projects. Prior to any construction project including demolition, construction, alteration, or renovation, the UK Project Manager (or responsible project coordinator) must contact EQM to survey the project for potential asbestos-containing materials (PACM). This begins the initial project survey for the presence/assessment of PACM.
EQM will conduct the following:
If no asbestos is determined to be present no further action is necessary. However, if asbestos is determined to be present then abatement may be necessary for the project (i.e., renovation, demolition, etc.) to continue. The abatement process at UK is described below.
Where samples indicate the presence of an asbestos-containing material (ACM), a determination is made regarding whether the material can be managed in-place or if abatement procedures are necessary. Asbestos abatement are the measures used to eliminate fiber releases into the air. It can include encapsulation where the ACM is coated to prevent fiber release; enclosed within permanent, impermeable, airtight barriers; or removal of the ACM from the area followed by its disposal at a permitted facility.
For projects requiring asbestos abatement, EQM will:
Prior to project start-up, EQM along with the contractor will:
Once these items are resolved, EQM will:
When the contractor notifies EQM of the project’s completion, EQM will: