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Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are most likely to release harmful fibers
when they are damaged or “friable”. Because these fibres
are small and light, they tend to stay in the air for a long time,
increasing the risk of exposure. For this reason, when a college or
university campus undertakes construction, renovation or demolition
activities, it must be aware of regulations that have been established
for dealing with ACM. Among the asbestos-containing materials that
could create a hazard are many plastics, paper products, floor tiles,
cement pipes and sealants, insulation and textile products.
Continue through this section of the EVC tour for more information and for
best practices for handling ACM.
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