Alderson, Inc. guarantees a safe work environment by adhering to standard health and safety procedures in accordance with applicable provisions of OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1926 as well as applicable state and federal laws. In addition to being a licensed asbestos and lead abatement entity, we are a member of the Indoor Air Quality Association and comply with all National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) regulations.
If you wish to learn more about specific guidelines and procedures, consult the following websites:
• For Vermont Asbestos and Lead Regulations visit the Vermont Department of Health.
• For EPA Laws and Regulations pertaining to lead in dust, paint and soil or for asbestos.
All Alderson field personnel are trained for a minimum of 40 hours as specified by OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. At least one supervisor for each site receives an additional specialized training in hazardous waste supervision.
If you wish to learn more about specific guidelines and procedures, consult the following websites:
•For NIOSH workplace safety and health information on asbestos or for lead.
• For OSHA asbestos standards or for lead.
Does your attic contain vermiculite insulation?
If you have vermiculite insulation in your home, you should assume this material may be contaminated with asbestos and do not disturb it.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offers the following recommendations:
• Leave vermiculite insulation undisturbed in your attic or in your walls.
• Do not store boxes or other items in your attic if it contains vermiculite insulation.
• Do not allow children to play in an attic with vermiculite insulation.
• Do not attempt to remove the insulation yourself.
• Hire a professional asbestos contractor if you plan to remodel or conduct renovations that would disturb the vermiculite in your attic or walls to make sure the material is safely handled and/or removed.
The Zonolite Attic Insulation Trust (ZAI Trust) was created to help educate the public about the possible health effects of asbestos-containing vermiculite and to provide partial reimbursement for ZAI removal to qualified claimants. More information about the ZAI Trust and eligibility for partial reimbursement of abatement costs can be found at https://www.zonoliteatticinsulation.com/
More information about vermiculite can be found at the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s website.