Asbestos is a naturally occurring substance that was once extremely popular and used in building construction; however, it's ...

Trader Joe’s closes SE Portland store after asbestos found in floor adhesive; officials say short-term exposure risk to ...

The state environmental-quality agency said the health risk to Trader Joe’s customers and employees likely is low.

According to a July report, 10 residence halls on UNC's campus have asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) — potentially exposing more than 2,700 residents in the past year. The University identified ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Southeast Portland Trader Joe’s will remain closed after testing confirmed asbestos inside the ...

The Allegheny County Health Department has fined a contractor nearly $1.1 million for illegally disposing of asbestos while renovating the former Westinghouse headquarters in Churchill. An ...

Asbestos is widely regulated by the federal government and other authorities. It is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral ...

The U-Haul storage facility that caught on fire in January will be demolished and it could be costly after the discovery of ...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A state agency has issued citations to Grand Rapids schools for alleged violations of the proper procedures for handling asbestos-containing materials. Penalties for the violations ...

This program outlines the Purdue University Asbestos Management Procedures. Purdue University follows a practice that is endorsed by the U.S. EPA known as: Management of Asbestos in Place. The ...

Asbestos is the generic name for several types of minerals that occur naturally in the Earth's surface. Asbestos became popular in building materials during the late 1800s because of it's fire and ...

Types of Asbestos Insulation and How to Get It Tested Reviewed by Deane Biermeier Fact checked by Jillian Dara Asbestos was once added to home insulation because it was strong and fireproof. This type ...