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South Carolina Asbestos Regulations<\/h1>\n
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While the hazards of asbestos<\/a> are now well-known, it wasn\u2019t always that way. That\u2019s why asbestos could still be lurking in your office building, home, or other manufactured items. So, if you\u2019re planning any kind of renovation or demolition, or you think you may have been exposed to asbestos already, it would be wise to become familiar with federal and South Carolina asbestos regulations as soon as possible.<\/p>\r\n

The Dangers of Asbestos<\/h2>\r\n

Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that has been used for centuries, thanks to its strong, insulating, and fire-proofing qualities. In the 20th<\/sup> century, it was used heavily in everything from building materials to clothing and car brakes. While asbestos that is intact and undisturbed isn\u2019t considered dangerous, inhaling asbestos fibers<\/a> that are released during renovations, demolition, or other activities can lead to devastating illnesses, such as mesothelioma<\/a> (cancer of the chest and abdominal linings), asbestosis<\/a> (irreversible lung scarring similar to emphysema), and lung cancer.<\/p>\r\n

Because of these health risks<\/a>, states and the federal government started to restrict the use of asbestos in the 1960s and 1970s, with most uses banned by 1990. However, since many items and components such as popcorn ceilings<\/a> still contain asbestos, there are many regulations concerning asbestos emissions standards and the removal process.<\/p>\r\n

Federal and South Carolina Asbestos Laws<\/h2>\r\n

State and federal regulations aim to protect workers and the public from asbestos exposure by requiring those involved in asbestos abatement to be trained and licensed<\/a> according to rules enacted by South Carolina\u2019s Department of Health and Environmental Control. The regulations also mandate that facilities be inspected for the presence of asbestos before demolition or renovation can begin. And although individual houses and residential building with four or fewer dwelling units are exempt from most asbestos regulations, it is still recommended that the appropriate safety precautions be followed to prevent inadvertent exposure, including proper disposal protocol<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

The following chart provides key sections of South Carolina\u2019s asbestos regulations, as well as relevant regulatory agencies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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