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Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 17 – Control of Dangerous and Toxic Chemicals

Revised January 26, 2015

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52030.4.9 Asbestos and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB’s)

  • All incidents involving the release of asbestos and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB’s) shall be reported immediately to the fire chief or other hazardous materials specialist and the Correctional Plant Manager (CPM) hazardous materials specialist.

  • The CPM and/or fire chief shall inspect or cause to be inspected the area of concern to determine if immediate action is warranted.

  • If the asbestos and/or PCB’s release creates an immediate danger, the CPM shall notify the Associate Warden, Business Services or other manager who shall notify any and all agencies required by law.

  • The CPM shall take all necessary actions, including replacement or repair of contaminated material or equipment. All persons shall be evacuated from contaminated areas if warranted, until the area is returned to a safe condition.

  • For buildings constructed before 1979 that contain or are presumed to contain asbestos containing materials, the work site shall provide notification to employees as required by the Asbestos Notification Act.