Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM
Title 178 - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Chapter 22 - ASBESTOS PROJECTS
Section 178-22-012 - WORK PRACTICES TO KEEP ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIAL WET

Universal Citation: 178 NE Admin Rules and Regs ch 22 ยง 012

Current through September 17, 2024

The licensed or waivered business entity or licensed individual must use wet methods for asbestos projects.

012.01 KEEP MATERIAL WET. Saturate all exposed surfaces of the asbestos containing material to be removed with a water solution that contains an effective wetting agent or with a removal encapsulant.

(A) Apply the wetting solution with a low pressure spraying system; and

(B) Determine the effectiveness of the solution in penetrating the asbestos containing material by applying it to a small representative sample of the material before the asbestos project is initiated.

012.02 DO NOT ACCUMULATE MATERIAL. Maintain all asbestos containing material removed, including any fallen residue, in an adequately wet condition to prevent the release of any fibers. Do not allow any visible debris or residue to accumulate.

012.03 PRY MATERIAL. If asbestos containing material does not absorb water or amended water or otherwise must be removed dry:

(A) Obtain approval for dry removal in writing from the Department; and

(B) Remove asbestos containing material using a type-C respirator or a self-contained breathing apparatus.

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