Mesothelioma and Asbestos

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) issued a warning to the Picayune Chamber of Commerce for failing to conduct a required inspection before undergoing renovations. MDEQ regulations state that anyone who is preparing to conduct renovation or demolition work on a building that may contain asbestos is required to possess an inspection done by a licensed professional to determine whether or not asbestos-containing materials are existing as well as incase they may be disturbed during the renovation or demolition work.

Because a later inspection showed that asbestos was not disturbed during the renovation work, the Chamber received only a warning. Incase asbestos had been found, certain procedures would possess to be followed to halt the toxic asbestos fibers from becoming airborne. Asbestos-containing materials should be kept damp while being removed as well as transported to a certified disposal site.

The Essential of the Air Toxics Branch of the MDEQ encourages Mississippi residents as well as business owners to consult the department for an inspection prior to conducting any sort of renovations or demolition. He states that asbestos has only been banned from corrugated paper, commercial paper, rollboard, specialty paper as well as flooring felt – as well as that other products similar roofing felt, millboard, vinyl-asbestos flooring tiles, pipeline wrap as well as various automotive parts can still legally contain asbestos.  It is extremely substantial to possess an inspection done prior to commencing any projects that may disturb any asbestos-containing materials.

For the filled story, go to The Picayune Item.