Mesothelioma Navy Asbestos Regulations & Prevention 4

Question 1

What year did the EPA ban most new uses of asbestos in the United States under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)?

Accepted Answer

1989

Answer

The EPA issued a final rule in 1989 banning most asbestos-containing products, though the rule was largely overturned by courts in 1991 and TSCA was later amended.

Question 2

Under the TSCA Asbestos Informational Rule, what must sellers disclose when transferring property known to contain asbestos?

Accepted Answer

Known asbestos locations and condition to buyers

Answer

Property sellers must disclose known asbestos locations and the condition of the material to prospective buyers to allow informed decision-making.

Question 3

Which OSHA standard specifically covers asbestos exposure in shipyard employment (as opposed to general industry)?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1915.1001

Answer

29 CFR 1915.1001 is OSHA's asbestos standard specifically written for shipyard employment, recognizing the unique hazards of ship repair and construction.

Question 4

What is the minimum length of time Navy asbestos exposure and medical records must be retained under OSHA standards?

Accepted Answer

30 years from last employment or 30 years from exposure, whichever is later

Answer

OSHA requires asbestos-related exposure and medical records to be preserved for 30 years from the date of last employment or 30 years from exposure, ensuring records are available given mesothelioma's long latency.

Question 5

What action must an employer take if an employee's airborne asbestos exposure is found to exceed the action level (0.1 f/cc) even briefly?

Accepted Answer

Enroll the worker in a medical surveillance program

Answer

OSHA requires that workers exposed at or above the action level (0.1 f/cc) be enrolled in a medical surveillance program including periodic physicals and pulmonary function tests.

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