< div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1" > 1.1& #x00a0 This practice covers procedures for performing visual inspections of asbestos response actions to:

< div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.1.1& #x00a0 Establish the extent of the required work before it begins

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.1.2& #x00a0 Determine the progress and quality of the work and evaluate the completeness of the response action and

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.1.3& #x00a0 Evaluate the cleanliness of the work area prior to final air testing for clearance (if performed), and subsequent to dismantling of critical barriers.

< / div> < / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1" > 1.2& #x00a0 This practice can be used on an abatement project, or for operations and maintenance (O& amp M) work, performed by the building owner& #x0027 s staff. It can also be used in conjunction with contract documents between the building owner and other parties involved in an abatement project.

< div style=" text-align:left " > < span class=" note" style=" font-variant:small-caps" > Note 1< / span> & #x2014 < span class=" note" > Standard contract documents (such as AIA and EJCDC documents) define contractual relationships and responsibilities for projects within the construction industry. Asbestos abatement projects differ from traditional construction projects in the manner of their design and execution, as well as in the type and level of oversight required to substantiate their successful completion. Non-traditional responsibilities are given to the building owner, project designer, and abatement contractor by this practice. Furthermore, responsibilities related to project oversight, inspections, and approvals are placed upon an additional non-traditional representative of the building owner the project monitor, as defined by this practice. All parties are cautioned that the subject authorities and corresponding responsibilities be understood, mutually agreed upon, and correspondingly addressed with appropriate modifications, if necessary, to the contract documents for a specific project.< / span> < / div> < / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1" > 1.3& #x00a0 This practice provides the following information:

< div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.3.1& #x00a0 The objectives of the visual inspection process

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.3.2& #x00a0 The responsibilities and qualifications of the individuals involved in the visual inspections

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.3.3& #x00a0 The schedule of visual inspection activities during an abatement project and O& amp M work

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.3.4& #x00a0 The inspection procedures for the various types of abatement work and O& amp M tasks and

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2" > 1.3.5& #x00a0 The criteria for certifying work as complete on the basis of the visual inspections.

< / div> < / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1" > 1.4& #x00a0 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1" > 1.5& #x00a0 < span style=" font-style:normal " > < span style=" font-weight:bold " > Warning& #x2014 < / span> Asbestos fibers are acknowledged carcinogens. Breathing asbestos fibers can result in disease of the lungs including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Precautions in this standard practice should be taken to avoid creating and breathing airborne asbestos particles from materials known or suspected to contain asbestos. See < span style=" font-style:normal " > 2.2< / span> for regulatory requirements addressing asbestos.< / span>

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" caveat" > 1.6& #x00a0 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. < span style=" font-style:normal font-weight:normal " > For specific safety statements, see 12.2.< / span>

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