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• Under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), are there any size or volume constraints on the amount of asbestos that can be disturbed or removed during any single small-scale, short-duration project?

  Yes, size and volume constraints exist on the amount of asbestos that can be disturbed or removed during any single small-scale, short-duration project. Unit I.A.8 of Appendix C to Subpart E in 40 CFR part 763 provides some useful guidance about how to understand small-scale, short-duration activities. For example, small-scale…

  • Last published: April 23, 2024

• Is the school district required to do anything about asbestos in its school buildings?

  Yes. The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) was passed by Congress in 1986. AHERA requires public school districts and non-profit private schools to inspect their schools for asbestos-containing building material and prepare management plans which recommend the best way to reduce the hazard from any asbestos-containing materials that may…

  • Last published: April 24, 2024

• Is each individual school required to keep a complete updated copy of its asbestos management plan pursuant to the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) in its administrative office?

  Yes, each school is required to maintain in its administrative office a complete, updated asbestos management plan for that school. (40 CFR part 763.93(g)(3)). Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings Information for Owners and Managers of Buildings that Contain Asbestos Protect Your Family from…

  • Last published: April 24, 2024

• Was my school required to be inspected for asbestos?

  Yes, unless the building architect or project engineer responsible for the construction of the school building certified in writing that no asbestos materials were used in the building’s construction. Otherwise, all public and non-profit private primary and secondary schools need to be inspected for asbestos. The results of the inspections…

  • Last published: April 24, 2024

• What are the qualifications or training needed by an individual who teaches the 2-hour asbestos awareness training and the 14-hour additional training for maintenance and/or custodial employees under the asbestos-containing materials in schools rule?

  The asbestos-containing materials in schools rule (40 CFR part 763, subpart E) does not require specific qualifications for instructors who perform O&M training. EPA recommends, however, that local education agencies (LEAs) select instructors with a professional or educational background in the asbestos field. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About…

  • Last published: May 1, 2024

• Several public high school students take advanced placement classes with college freshmen at the State university. Does a classroom or building that these students frequent have to be inspected under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)?

  No. The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) § 203 refers to school buildings under the authority of a local education agency (LEA). State university classrooms are not under an LEA’s authority, and therefore are not covered. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings Information…

  • Last published: May 14, 2024

• How do I find out if my child's school has asbestos in it?

  The Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools Rule, pursuant to the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) requires schools to make their asbestos management plans available to the public, including parents, within 5 working days of the request. The asbestos management plan should discuss the location and type of asbestos-containing materials and…

  • Last published: May 24, 2024

• Do I need a new CDX account if I am associated with more than one organization?

  Answer: No. You can submit on behalf of multiple organizations through the same account by selecting or adding the appropriate organization within the application. You must submit a separate application for each organization. Question Number: 23002-37020 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead .

  • Last published: November 4, 2024

• Who is the attesting individual?

  Answer: The attesting individual is the individual completing the application, who affirms that their firm will only use certified people and appropriate work practice standards as required under § 745.227 when conducting lead-based paint activities. Question Number: 23002-37004 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead…

  • Last published: November 21, 2024

• It’s been several weeks since I applied for Firm certification and I haven’t received my certificate yet. What do I do?

  Approvals are sent by email, and occasionally these messages end up in your junk or spam email folder. Check in your Junk or Spam folders for an email from [email protected] . Your certificate and customized logo are also sent to your CDX inbox , so if you don’t see the…

  • Last published: November 21, 2024

• What is an ACH debit transaction?

  An ACH debit transaction is a debit directly from a personal savings, personal checking, or business checking account. In some instances, business checking accounts may not permit ACH transactions. In order to conduct an ACH transaction, you will need to provide your bank’s routing number and your account information. In…

  • Last published: November 21, 2024

• How can I find the status of my Individual application?

  Answer: For applications that do not require a third-party exam you will receive an approval package by email when your application is approved. Please note that processing times may vary, but generally take between 2 to 3 weeks. You will be contacted if an issue arises in the processing of…

  • Last published: January 13, 2025

• How can I find the status of my Training Provider application?

  Answer: Training provider applications are reviewed by staff in your EPA regional office. Should you have questions regarding your application here’s a link with contact information for each region . Question Number: 23002-37012 Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead . Other Frequent Questions about…

  • Last published: March 7, 2024

• Are the school district's administrative offices (such as the Board of Education or the Superintendent's Office) covered by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), even if students never attend classes in these buildings?

  Yes. Among the structures covered in the definition of “school building” in AHERA (section 202) and in the asbestos in schools rule (40 CFR part 763.83) are "... any other facility used for the instruction or housing of students or for the administration of education or research programs." Other Frequent…

  • Last published: March 15, 2024

• Are schools supposed to notify parents if their child attends a school that has asbestos in it?

  Yes. The asbestos-containing materials in schools rule, pursuant to the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), requires local education agencies (e.g., school districts) to notify building workers (including teachers) and parents annually regarding asbestos-related activities such as asbestos inspections, and response actions (abatement). The local education agency must also annually…

  • Last published: March 15, 2024