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Asbestos is a known significant health hazard. More than 40 years ago, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tried unsuccessfully to fully ban asbestos use. At that time, a nationwide survey was conducted to determine the risk posed to students and teachers. The 1984 survey estimated that there were 1.4 million teachers, administrative staff, and » Read More

In light of two recent landmark settlements, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is going to strengthen its asbestos risk evaluation processes under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of 1976. The settlements were made this past October and are seen as victories for public health and environmental groups. The litigation was spearheaded by advocacy groups, » Read More