Hazardous Waste Violations Criminal Investigations - Violation Types and Examples
Violations that are frequently investigated may include, but are not restricted to: Improper disposal of hazardous waste Exporting...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Nov 17
- 2 min
How to read your "Lead Test Report"
The hazard levels of lead in paint, soil, and dust are shown below, according to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). It's...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Nov 17
- 1 min
Where should you test for lead?
It is crucial to test areas where children spend a significant amount of time for lead contamination. These areas include bedrooms,...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Oct 14
- 1 min
Asbestos in Construction Materials
When humans found the asbestos, we thought we hit the jackpot. Asbestos fibers are fire resistant and chemically stable, and soon after,...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 16
- 1 min
Asbestos Waste Disposal Procedure
Upon signing the proposal, our team must secure a valid EPA # from the Environmental Protection Agency for any project involving waste....
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 16
- 2 min
Bay Area Asbestos Abatement Rules & Regulations
Aware of the potential hazards posed by asbestos-related projects, local authorities rigorously monitor progress within the region to...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
Asbestosis
Asbestosis refers to a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition triggered by extended exposure to airborne asbestos fibers over...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
Lung Cancer
Asbestos, being a well-known carcinogen, poses significant threats to human health when its microscopic fibers enter our bodies via...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
Pleural disorders
The pleura is a vital layer of tissue that encompasses the chest area and provides coverage to the lungs. Exposure to asbestos fibers...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
What is Mesothelioma?
Mesothelioma is a relatively uncommon type of cancer that is primarily linked to previous exposure to asbestos. Although symptoms may...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
How smoking tobacco affects the risk of asbestos-associated cancers
Tobacco smoke contains over seventy known cancer-causing chemicals called carcinogens, which significantly increases the likelihood of...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 2 min
How Are People Exposed to Asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber found in many types of rocks, sediments, and soils worldwide. It was widely used in...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
Cancers that are associated with exposure to asbestos
Asbestos exposure has been linked to several types of cancer including mesothelioma, lung cancer, laryngeal cancer, and ovarian cancer....
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 15
- 1 min
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a versatile material that has been widely used in various industries due to its unique characteristics, such as strength,...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 13
- 1 min
Asbestos Exposure Risks
Disturbance of products containing asbestos releases microscopic fibers into the environment, posing a significant risk to one's health....
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Aug 15
- 1 min
How To Use DIY Lead Test Kits
You can find DIY kits for testing paint and ceramics at most paint and hardware stores for $8 - $10. These kits contain chemicals that...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- May 16
- 2 min
What are the ways to test for lead in your home?
There are two recommended methods for testing your home for lead. It is crucial to determine the amount of lead present in the paint or...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Apr 11
- 1 min
What To Do Before Starting A Renovation Project
To ensure safety during a renovation project at home, it's important to know the year your house was built. If it was built before 1978,...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Sep 20, 2022
- 2 min
Why are Hazardous Materials Abatement jobs so costly?
We understand that hazardous material abatement is not a pleasant cost to pay. Often, people are not prepared to hear the presence of...
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Reliance Construction Research Team
- Mar 17, 2022
- 2 min
Why should I test my home for lead?
If you have children, the presence of lead in your home can have serious long-term health and behavioral consequences for them. Children...
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