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ASTM E1368-14
Standard Practice for Visual Inspection of Asbestos Abatement Projects
1.1 This practice covers procedures for performing visual inspections of asbestos response actions to:
1.1.1 Establish the extent of the required work before it begins;
1.1.2 Determine the progress and quality of the work and evaluate the completeness of the response action; and
1.1.3 Evaluate the cleanliness of the work area prior to final air testing for clearance (if performed), and subsequent to dismantling of critical barriers.
1.2 This practice can be used on an abatement project, or for operations and maintenance (O&M) work, performed by the building owner's staff. It can also be used in conjunction with contract documents between the building owner and other parties involved in an abatement project.
1.3 This practice provides the following information:
1.3.1 The objectives of the visual inspection process;
1.3.2 The responsibilities and qualifications of the individuals involved in the visual inspections;
1.3.3 The schedule of visual inspection activities during an abatement project and O&M work;
1.3.4 The inspection procedures for the various types of abatement work and O&M tasks; and
1.3.5 The criteria for certifying work as complete on the basis of the visual inspections.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
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