Characteristics of asbestos: - Answer -Fibrous mineral, fireproof, acid resistant, heat
resistant from 500-1500 Celsius.
How many types of asbestos containing materials are there? - Answer -2 friable, and
non-friable
Friable asbestos: - Answer -Can be crumbled by hand, used in sheet gasket material,
and insulation.
Non-friable asbestos: - Answer -Cannot be crumbled by hand, floors and tiles, used in
gaskets.
When can asbestos become a health hazard? - Answer -Specific work activities such as
punching, grinding, sanding, and machining. Also, after normal deterioration.
What diseases result from asbestos exposure? - Answer -Lung cancer, and asbestosis
Lung cancer causes? - Answer -Malignant mesothelioma.
How long does it take for mesothelioma to show up? - Answer -10-45 years and
chances are increased if you smoke
Asbestosis facts: - Answer -Progressively WORSENING, recognized as disabling or
fatal
Emergency asbestos removal team (EART) protocol? - Answer -Minor removal of friable
asbestos materials
Which AFLOAT commands will maintain an EART? - Answer -Any ships whose keel
was laid prior to 1980
Safety officer (asbestos) - Answer -Ensures personnel are TRAINED, ensuring no
introduction of asbestos materials to the ship
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