Texas Asbestos Inspectors Study Guide-
Qs & As
ACBM Correct Ans-Asbestos containing building material, surfacing ACM or miscellaneous ACM
materials in the interior of the building.
bulk sampling (abestos) Correct Ans-involves a certified asbestos handler removing a small piece of
the suspected material and sending it to a lab
Asbestos assessment Correct Ans-On site classification of the physical condition of ACBM into one of
seven broad categories, appropriate for response actions.
Asbestos Inspector qualifications for schools Correct Ans-Training includes a 3 day course
The two major classifications of Asbestos is: Correct Ans-Amphibole and Serphentine
The purpose of the building inspection is to: Correct Ans-1. Determine the presence and kind of
asbestos in the building.
2. Determine the condition and friability of any asbestos found.
to determine the amount of asbestos, inf any in the building.
Functions of an Inspector Correct Ans-1. Pre-Inspection Planning
2. Gather field data
a. Identify
b. Condition assessment - Homogeneous sampling areas.
3. Bulk Sampling
4. Organize field data for
a. Hazard assessment
b. Appropriate response actions
, c. O&M activities
d. reinspection
5. Preliminary assessment
6. Report field data
7. Notify employee organizations
8. Maintain safe practices.
Asbestos inspection steps for Office Builing Correct Ans-A. Planning Phase
1. Building Documents
a. Review- Plans and Specs
b. Documentation
2.Maintenance/Service Personnel
3. Develop First Draft of Inspection Plan
4. Site Visit
5. Develop Inspection Plan
6. Inspection Phase
7. Lab Pase
8. Post Survey Phase.
AHERA- Minimum Number of Samples in Schools Correct Ans-3 samples from each homogeneous
sampling areas that is 1000 sq ft.
- at least 5 samples from greater that 1,000 sq ft but less than 5,000 sq ft.
- at least 7 samples from greater than 5,000 sq ft.
TDHS -Minimum Number of Samples in Public Buildings Correct Ans-3 samples of each homogenous
area.
Accessing Condition of ACM - ASHERA Correct Ans-Identify ACBM inside the building, including
covered walkway, porch, any HVAC system, even if it is outside.
Qs & As
ACBM Correct Ans-Asbestos containing building material, surfacing ACM or miscellaneous ACM
materials in the interior of the building.
bulk sampling (abestos) Correct Ans-involves a certified asbestos handler removing a small piece of
the suspected material and sending it to a lab
Asbestos assessment Correct Ans-On site classification of the physical condition of ACBM into one of
seven broad categories, appropriate for response actions.
Asbestos Inspector qualifications for schools Correct Ans-Training includes a 3 day course
The two major classifications of Asbestos is: Correct Ans-Amphibole and Serphentine
The purpose of the building inspection is to: Correct Ans-1. Determine the presence and kind of
asbestos in the building.
2. Determine the condition and friability of any asbestos found.
to determine the amount of asbestos, inf any in the building.
Functions of an Inspector Correct Ans-1. Pre-Inspection Planning
2. Gather field data
a. Identify
b. Condition assessment - Homogeneous sampling areas.
3. Bulk Sampling
4. Organize field data for
a. Hazard assessment
b. Appropriate response actions
, c. O&M activities
d. reinspection
5. Preliminary assessment
6. Report field data
7. Notify employee organizations
8. Maintain safe practices.
Asbestos inspection steps for Office Builing Correct Ans-A. Planning Phase
1. Building Documents
a. Review- Plans and Specs
b. Documentation
2.Maintenance/Service Personnel
3. Develop First Draft of Inspection Plan
4. Site Visit
5. Develop Inspection Plan
6. Inspection Phase
7. Lab Pase
8. Post Survey Phase.
AHERA- Minimum Number of Samples in Schools Correct Ans-3 samples from each homogeneous
sampling areas that is 1000 sq ft.
- at least 5 samples from greater that 1,000 sq ft but less than 5,000 sq ft.
- at least 7 samples from greater than 5,000 sq ft.
TDHS -Minimum Number of Samples in Public Buildings Correct Ans-3 samples of each homogenous
area.
Accessing Condition of ACM - ASHERA Correct Ans-Identify ACBM inside the building, including
covered walkway, porch, any HVAC system, even if it is outside.
