Asbestos management in K-12 schools is governed by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA). This federal law mandates three-year re-inspections and period surveillance every six months of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in schools to protect students, staff and visitors from the dangers of asbestos exposure.
AHERA Compliance
Securing School Safety from Asbestos Hazards
Asbestos management in K-12 schools is governed by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA). This federal law mandates three-year re-inspections and period surveillance every six months of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in schools to protect students, staff and visitors from the dangers of asbestos exposure.
Why ECS for AHERA compliance services
ECS specializes in providing AHERA-compliant re-inspections and six-month surveillance documentation to help schools meet EPA’s regulatory requirements. We understand the complexities of public school system projects and the requirement for responsiveness and budget management as well as adhering to strict schedules. By careful management, reliance on our experience and use of business metrics, we can achieve both project and client goals.
Our AHERA compliance services support:
- Public K-12 schools
- Private K-12 schools
- Charter schools
- School districts
- Educational institutions with historical buildings
Our state-certified and/or EPA-accredited asbestos inspectors have decades of experience working with educational institutions and understand the unique challenges and requirements of securing compliance. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality service that aims to create a safer learning and working environment for your students and staff.
Asbestos re-inspections, surveillance, management and training
AHERA requires public and private K-12 schools to conduct three-year re-inspections to assess current conditions of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) and catch changes that may increase risk exposure, six-month periodic surveillance to monitor ACM conditions, update asbestos management plans and conduct employee training.
To help K-12 schools comply with AHERA regulations, we offer a range of services and guidance to protect schools against the risk of asbestos hazards.
- Three-year Re-inspections: Our trained asbestos inspectors conduct detailed re-inspections to identify and assess the condition of asbestos-containing materials in your school. We provide detailed reports and recommendations for necessary actions.
- Six-month Surveillance: We offer periodic surveillance services to monitor the condition of ACMs. Our documentation meets AHERA requirements and keeps your school compliant.
- Asbestos Management Plan Updates: We assist with updating and maintaining your asbestos management plan to have it reflect the latest inspection and monitoring data.
- Employee Training: We provide AHERA-compliant training for custodial and maintenance staff, equipping them with the knowledge they need to safely manage asbestos-containing materials.
- Regulatory Guidance: Our team stays up-to-date with federal and state regulations, providing expert guidance to help your school meet legal obligations.
Our process
- Initial Consultation: We begin with a detailed review of your current asbestos management plan and compliance status.
- Site Inspections: Our trained asbestos inspectors provide detailed on-site re-inspections and six-month surveillance to evaluate the condition of ACMs.
- Documentation and Reporting: We provide comprehensive documentation that meets AHERA requirements, including updates to your asbestos management plan.
- Ongoing Support: We offer continuous support to help your school remain in compliance with AHERA regulations, including training, notifications and periodic re-inspections.
Why ECS for AHERA compliance services
ECS specializes in providing AHERA-compliant re-inspections and six-month surveillance documentation to help schools meet EPA’s regulatory requirements. We understand the complexities of public school system projects and the requirement for responsiveness and budget management as well as adhering to strict schedules. By careful management, reliance on our experience and use of business metrics, we can achieve both project and client goals.
Our AHERA compliance services support:
- Public K-12 schools
- Private K-12 schools
- Charter schools
- School districts
- Educational institutions with historical buildings
Our state-certified and/or EPA-accredited asbestos inspectors have decades of experience working with educational institutions and understand the unique challenges and requirements of securing compliance. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality service that aims to create a safer learning and working environment for your students and staff.
Asbestos re-inspections, surveillance, management and training
AHERA requires public and private K-12 schools to conduct three-year re-inspections to assess current conditions of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) and catch changes that may increase risk exposure, six-month periodic surveillance to monitor ACM conditions, update asbestos management plans and conduct employee training.
To help K-12 schools comply with AHERA regulations, we offer a range of services and guidance to protect schools against the risk of asbestos hazards.
- Three-year Re-inspections: Our trained asbestos inspectors conduct detailed re-inspections to identify and assess the condition of asbestos-containing materials in your school. We provide detailed reports and recommendations for necessary actions.
- Six-month Surveillance: We offer periodic surveillance services to monitor the condition of ACMs. Our documentation meets AHERA requirements and keeps your school compliant.
- Asbestos Management Plan Updates: We assist with updating and maintaining your asbestos management plan to have it reflect the latest inspection and monitoring data.
- Employee Training: We provide AHERA-compliant training for custodial and maintenance staff, equipping them with the knowledge they need to safely manage asbestos-containing materials.
- Regulatory Guidance: Our team stays up-to-date with federal and state regulations, providing expert guidance to help your school meet legal obligations.
Our process
- Initial Consultation: We begin with a detailed review of your current asbestos management plan and compliance status.
- Site Inspections: Our trained asbestos inspectors provide detailed on-site re-inspections and six-month surveillance to evaluate the condition of ACMs.
- Documentation and Reporting: We provide comprehensive documentation that meets AHERA requirements, including updates to your asbestos management plan.
- Ongoing Support: We offer continuous support to help your school remain in compliance with AHERA regulations, including training, notifications and periodic re-inspections.
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Protect students and staff, reduce liability, secure compliance and maintain community trust with ECS as your partner for AHERA services.
Protect students and staff, reduce liability, secure compliance and maintain community trust with ECS as your partner for AHERA services.