Testing for Asbestos and The EPA Standards

       

There are various methods that are commonly used to detect asbestos in a home or other building, however, many people are unaware of which method they should use to test for asbestos. The most common method used is to have someone walk into the structure with an air sampler.

With this method, a sample is collected and analyzed for asbestos, which then gives information about the presence of asbestos in the building. However, this method is only effective if it is done correctly. In order to be sure that the sample is actually a positive result, you should have a professional analysis done, especially if you suspect that your building has asbestos.

The first level requires samples to be taken from samples taken from any part of the building. This is called the "Level One" standard and it is very clear. Levels Two and Three are the least-liked standards and there are very few samples that are considered to be acceptable to these standards. Therefore, it is very important to only test samples from Level One and this must be done by a qualified lab.

If you want to make sure that the samples are acceptable, the final results of the sample will indicate if it meets the EPA standards. It is important to realize that the EPA standards are different for different buildings and different levels of asbestos. Asbestos needs to be tested at a level of EPA or above so that the exposure to asbestos testing is reduced. The level of asbestos should be similar to the exposure level of the person getting the sample.

Even though there are a lot of guidelines that have been published on how to test for asbestos, it is still important to remember that it is essential to follow proper techniques to ensure that the sample is appropriate for the evaluation.