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Asbestos is most dangerous when it is disturbed or damaged. That is why EPA only requires asbestos removal in order to prevent significant public exposure, such as during building renovations or demolitions. Whenever asbestos is discovered, but not damaged or disturbed, in-place management is strongly recommended. In-place management requires the institution of controls to ensure the daily activity of the building will not cause a release of asbestos fibers into the air.

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Regulatory Activity

(02/29/2008) Federal—Final Regulations—Asbestos
30 CFR 56, 57, and 71 -- Asbestos Exposure Limit

(01/22/2008) Federal—Notices—Asbestos
Agency Information Collection Activities; Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools Rule and Revised Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan Rule

(10/26/2007) Federal—Notices—Asbestos
Science Advisory Board Staff Office; Request for Additional Expertise for the Science Advisory Board Asbestos Expert Panel

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(06/21/2007) Federal—E-lert Article—Asbestos
High Marks for Asbestos Alternative

(05/16/2007) Federal—Agency News—Asbestos
EPA Study Looks for Better Asbestos Removal Technology

(04/04/2007) Federal—Agency News—Asbestos
New EPA Asbestos Brochure Targets Auto Mechanics

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