Tag: Asbestos Abatement

5 Shocking Facts About Asbestos

Asbestos is not always taken seriously these days, with many people feeling it’s completely banned. The fact is, asbestos is not banned everywhere, and you can still be exposed. It’s still found in products in commercial and residential settings. Below are five shocking facts about asbestos you should know.

Women are Catching Up with Men When it Comes to Asbestos-Related Illness

Los Angeles schools, hospitals, and large office buildings can all have materials inside that contain asbestos fibers. In years past, men were the primary workers in blue-collar positions that dealt with asbestos exp[osure. Increasingly, women are at the forefront of many industrial positions and work in larger buildings that are capable of exposing them to dangerous asbestos.

Asbestos Can Be in Imported Products

Asbestos was banned from being used in products manufactured in the US years ago, but other countries still use it regularly. Many of these products hit our shores and enter the Los Angeles County workplace or home on a frequent basis. The risk of asbestos fiber exposure is still a present danger.

Most Types of Occupational Cancers are Caused By Asbestos Exposure

Tracing cancer back to an Orange County job site exposure is not an easy thing to do, in most instances. Asbestos-related cancer is very specific in origin and it’s not hard to pinpoint the exposure. It’s the leading cause of occupationally derived cancer in the United States. It’s mainly due to the prevalence of exposure.

You Can Be Around Asbestos and Never Know It’s There

The fibers of asbestos, when allowed to come loose and float freely, have no foul odor, will not burn the skin, and leave no bad taste if it lands on your food. You can be exposed to asbestos daily and never know. It’s important to be aware of this common workplace hazard.

Illness Doesn’t Start for Many Years

You can have asbestos-related illness show up 20 to 40-years after initial exposure. It’s the only thing that might make it hard to determine the source of exposure. The difficulties of remembering every place you have been or worked for the last 40-years can be a challenge.

[su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Call the asbestos abatement specialists at Tri-Span if you need testing or removal of this harmful product. We can solve asbestos problems anywhere in the Los Angeles County area.[/su_note]

February 7, 2019
How to Incorporate Best Management Practices In Recycling Demolition Materials

The Counties of Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino have strict regulations when it comes to the disposal of materials after all demolition projects. It is required that at least 50 percent of all material be salvaged for recycling or reuse. Below are a few ways you can incorporate best management practices to meet these obligations.

Determine Whether Materials Will Be Salvaged On or Off-Site

Sorting through debris with any demolition will take space. If the area is limited, you might need to consider using an off-site location to get this done. There are well-trained individuals that work for companies that specialize in helping residents of Los Angeles County and the surrounding area reuse or recycle as much demolition material as possible. They will accurately document the percentage that is salvageable, versus what has to go to the landfill.

Use a Properly Licensed Hauler

There are specific haulers that are licensed to carry demolition debris through Los Angeles County. They are aware of all safety regulations in securing the load and transporting items in a way that guarantees safety for all other vehicles on the road. Make sure you plan to utilize one of these haulers.

Discuss Recycling Equipment Options With Contractors and Recycler Services

Not every contractor has the ability to provide recycling equipment for every job, but a few are able to bring it in when the job requires gathering an extensive amount of reusable and recyclable material. You can also check with the recycling services in Los Angeles and surrounding Counties. Most can accommodate your needs if given enough lead time.

Incorporate Recovery of Materials In Planning Stages

Find ways to incorporate the use of some of the demolition material in your building plans if you are adding an addition, or doing a complete remodel. You can miss golden opportunities to meet that 50 percent and more goal by skipping this step.

File a Debris Management Plan and Update as Needed

File your demolition debris management plan with Los Angeles County and keep them updated as needed. It is better for you to take a few minutes of your time and let them know how the project is going, rather than having them look you up for a progress report.

[su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Contact building demolition specialists like Tri Span and find out more about reuse and recycle plans for Los Angeles and all surrounding counties today![/su_note]

December 11, 2017
OSHA Regulation and Asbestos Work

Cleaning up asbestos is a hazardous job, which is why you need an experienced and trained professional when you remove or disturb asbestos-containing materials during any type of repair or demolition in an older building.

[su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has developed categories of asbestos work, exposure limits, definitions of regulated areas, hazard communication systems, and requirements for a competent person to be present on job sites where asbestos is present. These regulations protect workers, property owners, and neighbors by monitoring asbestos and regulating people’s exposure.[/su_note]

Asbestos Abatement Work Classifications

There are four levels of asbestos work classified by OSHA.

The Class I asbestos work designation is for the most hazardous projects including the removal of thermal insulation on ducts, boilers, pipes, tanks, and other equipment and removal of areas with troweled and sprayed surface textures typically found on decorative ceiling details, acoustic surfaces, and fireproofing containing asbestos.

Class II asbestos work involves materials such as roofing, siding, ceiling panels, and flooring containing asbestos.

The Class III OSHA category is for jobs involving maintenance and repair in areas where asbestos is present and is likely to be disturbed by the work.

Class IV asbestos work involves the clean-up of asbestos dust and fibers during any type of construction, demolition, remodeling, or repair where asbestos is present. Cleaning carpets, tile floors, and other surfaces are included in this designation.

[su_note note_color=”#f1f1f1″]Employers engaged in asbestos abatement work must monitor asbestos in the workplace and ensure that employees’ exposure to airborne particles remains below a very low threshold. Employers are required to assess all asbestos-related jobs for the presence of airborne particles during the entire project.[/su_note]

OSHA regulations on asbestos work also require hazardous materials contractors to designate a competent person to oversee all asbestos-related construction jobs. This person is required to be present at the job site a significant amount of time during the work and takes responsibility for monitoring all asbestos exposure and taking measures to mitigate hazards.

The designated competent person must be trained at a U.S. EPA certified training course for monitoring and handling asbestos during all types of construction, demolition, and renovation work.

Tri Span Inc. is a fully-licensed, OSHA certified and trained provider of asbestos abatement services in Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County. Contact Tri Span Inc. for all OHSA categories of asbestos-related work.

November 16, 2017
Veterans Hospital – Asbestos & Lead Abatement

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”35696″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]TriSpan Projects: Veterans Hospital

Location: Long Beach & San Diego, California

Contract Amount: $5,000.00 – $3,000,000.00

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Veterans Hospital And Various Asbestos Abatement Projects

Tri Span, Inc. has conducted multiple asbestos and lead paint abatement projects throughout the Veterans Administration facilities. Our work was contracted by the following entities: Veterans Administration, Clark Construction and Thomas Land Clearing.

The projects were high profile and extremely sensitive: The Veterans patient’s needs were first and foremost. The abatement of asbestos and lead materials was conducted during off hours and weekends.

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August 28, 2015
March Air Force Base – Asbestos Abatement

TriSpan Projects: March Air Force Base

Location: Moreno Valley, California

Contract Amount: $1,145,000.00

Scope of Work: Asbestos Abatement

March Air Force Base Asbestos Removal Project

Tri Span, Inc. was contracted to remove asbestos materials from 400 plus former military housing structures. All work was complete within specified time frames.

August 28, 2015
Long Beach Naval Shipyard – Asbestos Abatement

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”3143″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]TriSPan Projects: Long Beach Naval Shipyard

Location: Long Beach, California

Contract Amount: $4,500,000.00

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Long Beach Naval Shipyard and Other Various Projects

Tri Span, Inc. was contracted by the following entities: Port of Long Beach and Viking / J&G Industries Demolition. The project entailed the abatement of asbestos, contaminated soil / debris and demolition of numerous structures over a three year period. This made way for an international container terminal.

The project was high profile and extremely sensitive. All work was complete within specified time frames.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]

August 28, 2015
Former Norton Air Force Base – Asbestos & Lead Abatement

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”35689″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]TriSpan Projects: Former Norton Air Force Base

Location: San Bernardino, California

Contract Amount: $300,000.00 to $1,500,000.00

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Former Norton Air Force Base and Other Various projects

Tri Span, Inc. was contracted to conduct asbestos and lead abatement of several former military structures. This made way for the grocery store chain Stater Brothers to construct corporate headquarters and a distribution center. All work was complete within specified time frames.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]

August 27, 2015
City of Pasadena – Asbestos & Lead Abatement

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”3121″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space height=”35px”][vc_column_text]TriSpan Projects: City of Pasadena

Location: City of Pasadena, California

Contract Amount: $479,000.00

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Renovation of City Hall

Tri Span, Inc. was contracted to conduct asbestos and lead abatement from the interior of the historical city hall. The challenge of this project was working with a historical building; great care was required as not to damage historical items during the abatement process.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]

August 27, 2015