Florida Law on Cement Asbestos Tiled Homes
Florida has enacted laws to handle the removal or disturbance of asbestos-related building materials. The law requires the involvement of The Department of Environmental Protection, safety inspections, special permits, and the use of licensed and certified contractors.
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History
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Asbestos is a lightweight, highly fireproof and durable material used in many building materials prior to the 1980s. In the 1970s, the hazards of asbestos use and contact with the material caused it to be used less in building materials. It is still legal in certain materials, such as cement siding and roofing materials, to contain asbestos, but is not widely used because of the risks associated with asbestos.
The Law
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Florida law requires the use of special constructors when remodeling or destroying a home with cement asbestos tiles. These contractors must be licensed and have completed a series of required asbestos safety courses. Permits are necessary before starting any work where asbestos is an issue. The permits must also contain notification of the asbestos in the materials. The exterior materials are usually flashing for weatherproofing, siding, clapboard and shingles, roofing cement and sand.
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Significance
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Using special contractors certified in asbestos removal or renovation, helps protect the construction workers and the families that live in these homes. Inspections are mandatory before contractors begin renovation or demolition. In addition, the Department of Environmental Protection keeps track of asbestos projects in the state according to state and federal standards. Asbestos can cause mesothelioma, an incurable cancer.
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References
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