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Toxic Substances

Toxic Substances. Fort Wainwright, Alaska Environmental Officer Course 2011. UNCLASSIFIED. 11/13/2014. 1. TOXIC SUBSTANCES. Outline. Introduction Asbestos Asbestos Health Risks Lead-based Paint Lead-based Paint Health Risks Summary. UNCLASSIFIED. 11/13/2014. 2. TOXIC SUBSTANCES.

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Toxic Substances

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  1. Toxic Substances Fort Wainwright, Alaska Environmental Officer Course 2011 Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 1

  2. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Outline • Introduction • Asbestos • Asbestos Health Risks • Lead-based Paint • Lead-based Paint Health Risks • Summary Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 2

  3. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Introduction • Fort Wainwright has many older and historical buildings which may contain asbestos and lead-based paint. • Remediation has occurred on a case-by-case basis – your building may still contain these materials! Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 3

  4. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Asbestos • A group of naturally occurring minerals that separate into fibers. • Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) – any material or product that contains more than 1% of asbestos. • Fibers can break down smaller than some germs. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 4

  5. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Asbestos Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 5

  6. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Asbestos • Friable – ACM that contains more than one percent asbestos as determined by 40 CFR 763, subpart E, Appendix E, when dry can be crumbled, pulverized or reduced into a powder by hand pressure; includes durable materials in poor condition. • Non-friable – ACM that when dry can not be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 6

  7. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Asbestosis • Scarring of the lung tissue • Latency period of 10-30 years. • Symptoms include shortness of breath, cough, weakness. • Treatments include removal from exposure source, prevention and/or prompt treatment of respiratory illnesses. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 7

  8. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Lung Cancer • Cancerous growth of lung tissue • Latency period of about 30 years. • Risk increases exponentially with smoking. • Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 8

  9. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Mesothelioma • Malignancy of the lung or abdominal cavity lining • Latency period about 30-40 years. • Symptoms include chest/abdominal pain, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting. • Is always fatal. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 9

  10. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Asbestos Uses • Found in thousands of products. • Has not been banned except in certain uses/products. • Anything that is not glass, wood, or metal may contain asbestos. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 10

  11. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Pipe Insulation Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 11

  12. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Brake Pads Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 12

  13. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Miscellaneous Building Materials Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 13

  14. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Flooring and Mastic Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 14

  15. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Old Safes Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 15

  16. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Lead-based Paint • LBP – Lead-based Paint • Concentration of lead is 1mg/cm2 (or 5,000 mg/g by dry weight) or more of lead. • LCP – Lead Containing Paint • Concentration is 4999 ppm or less. • Not regulated by the EPA. • OSHA still requires special work practices. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 16

  17. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Lead-based Paint Health Risks • Birth Defects • Miscarriages/Stillbirths • Kidney failure • Cardio-respiratory arrest • Coma • Many more… • Dizziness • Nausea • Headaches • Constipation • Irritability • Fatigue • Abdominal Pain • Sterility Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 17

  18. TOXIC SUBSTANCES What does LBP look like? Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 18

  19. TOXIC SUBSTANCES Summary • Be aware that your buildings may contain asbestos or lead-based paint. • If you need to clean the area, damp mop – do not sweep. • Do not start any construction projects, remodel/demolish without first contacting PWE for prior approval. • Always contact PWE with any questions. Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 19

  20. TOXIC SUBSTANCES END INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT COMMAND “Sustain, Support and Defend” Name//office/phone/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11/13/2014 20

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