N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 56-7.2

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 36, September 4, 2024

Section 56-7.2 - Materials and equipment

(a) Storage of materials. Asbestos project non-ACM preparatory and waste transfer materials (i.e., plastic sheeting, duct tape, clean waste containers, etc.) shall be stored to prevent damage or contamination. Replacement materials shall be stored outside all project regulated abatement work areas, staging areas and waste transfer/storage areas until Phase II C is completed.

(b) Damaged or deteriorating materials. Damaged or deteriorating non-ACM materials shall not be used and shall be removed from the premises.

(c) Fireproofing or insulation replacement. When ACM, PACM or asbestos material that has been used for fireproofing or insulation (thermal, chemical, electrical, acoustical, etc.) has been removed as part of an asbestos project, and the building is not scheduled for demolition or replacement of the affected building system, fireproofing or insulation at least equivalent to that removed, shall be installed and maintained by the building/structure owner in conformance with all applicable codes.

(d) Adhesive materials. Duct tape and spray adhesive shall be capable of sealing joints of adjacent sheets of plastic, facilitating attachment of plastic sheets to finished or unfinished surfaces of dissimilar materials and adhering under both dry and wet conditions.

(e) Caulks. Non-ACM products shall be used to used to seal openings and penetrations during regulated abatement work area preparation and installation of critical barriers.

(f) Containers. Watertight lockable containers shall be provided to receive and retain any asbestos containing or contaminated material for storage until disposal. The containers shall be marked with danger labels.

(g) Enclosure project material. Materials for enclosure projects shall be impact-resistant and installed to be airtight.

(h) Fire-retardant expandable foam. Non-ACM products with a flashpoint above 140° F, shall be used to seal openings and penetrations during regulated abatement work area preparation and installation of critical barriers.

(i) Ladders or scaffolds. Where ladders or scaffolds are used on a project to allow all work surfaces to be easily and safely reached for removal and cleaning, care shall be taken to prevent breaching of the containment areas. Scaffold joints and ladder openings shall be sealed with duct tape to prevent incursion of asbestos. Scaffolds, ladders and their use shall comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and other applicable codes.

(j) Ladders and scaffolds for visitors. During Phase II of the asbestos project, the asbestos abatement contractor shall make available, to authorized visitors, ladders or scaffolds of sufficient dimension and quantity so that all work surfaces can be easily and safely reached. Scaffolds, ladders and their use shall comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and other applicable codes.

(k) Plastic bags. Plastic bags used for waste storage or disposal shall be at least six mil in thickness and be marked with danger labels.

(l) Plastic sheeting. Fire-retardant plastic sheeting of at least six mil thickness in sizes and shapes to minimize the number of joints shall be used.

(m) Repair materials. Non-ACM materials shall be used. Repair materials shall be compatible with existing materials and substrates. Insulation and other repair materials shall also comply with all applicable building, energy and fire codes and shall be installed in accordance with these codes and manufacturer's recommendations.

(n) Surfactants. Any surfactant used shall be non-carcinogenic and non-toxic in its liquid form.

(o) Ventilation for power tools. Power tools used to drill, cut, or otherwise disturb asbestos material in regulated abatement work areas, shall be manufacturer-equipped with HEPA-filtered local exhaust ventilation.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 12 §§ 56-7.2