In addition to this subpart, the regulations referenced in Table 1 also apply to asbestos and may be applicable to those sources specified in §§ 61.142 through 61.151 , 61.154 , and 61.155 of this subpart. These cross-references are presented for the reader's information and to promote compliance with the cited regulations.
Table 1-Cross-Reference to Other Asbestos Regulations
Agency | CFR citation | Comment |
EPA | 40 CFR part 763, subpart E | Requires schools to inspect for asbestos and implement response actions and submit asbestos management plans to States. Specifies use of accredited inspectors, air sampling methods, and waste disposal procedures. |
40 CFR part 427 | Effluent standards for asbestos manufacturing source categories. | |
40 CFR part 763, subpart G | Protects public employees performing asbestos abatement work in States not covered by OSHA asbestos standard. | |
OSHA | 29 CFR 1910.1001 | Worker protection measures-engineering controls, worker training, labeling, respiratory protection, bagging of waste, permissible exposure level. |
29 CFR 1926.1101 | Worker protection measures for all construction work involving asbestos, including demolition and renovation-work practices, worker training, bagging of waste, permissible exposure level. | |
MSHA | 30 CFR part 56, subpart D | Specifies exposure limits, engineering controls, and respiratory protection measures for workers in surface mines. |
30 CFR part 57, subpart D | Specifies exposure limits, engineering controls, and respiratory protection measures for workers in underground mines. | |
DOT | 49 CFR parts 171 and 172 | Regulates the transportation of asbestos-containing waste material. Requires waste containment and shipping papers. |
40 C.F.R. §61.156