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Record 1 2017-11-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Construction Materials
CONT

Improperly removing asbestos-containing floor coverings could result in the release of high levels of asbestos. [The] EPA [Environmental Protection Agency] recommends that you leave asbestos-containing floor coverings in place, provided the material is in good condition.

PHR

asbestos-containing drywall, asbestos-containing floor tile

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériaux de construction
CONT

Pour être dangereux, l'amiante doit être pulvérisé en poussière et mis en suspension dans l’air. Si vous sablez un mur amianté, percez un ciment amianté ou frappez à répétition un isolant à tuyaux, par exemple, vous risquez de propager des poussières d’amiante dans l'air.

Spanish

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