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each sample. Analysis of the air samples was conducted by PCM following NIOSH
Method 7400. A Rules.
Analytical results of the air samples range from less than the analytical detection limit of
0.002 fibers per cubic centimeter of air (f/cc) to 0.004 f/cc. These concentrations are
below the OSHA PEL for airborne asbestos fibers of 0.1 f/cc based on an 8-hour TWA.
The results were also less than the USEPA and New York City Department of
Environmental Protection (NYCDEP) asbestos abatement clearance criterion of 0.010
1/cc.
NIOSH Method 7400 does not differentiate airborne asbestos fibers from other types of
fibers. Analysis by transmission electron microscopy may be performed to verify the
presence of asbestos in such samples. However, this additional analysis was not necessary
at this time because all samples for airborne fibers collected by Clayton demonstrated
airborne fiber concentration% of less than the EPA and the NYCDEP asbestos clearance
criterion of 0.01 f/cc.
4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the findings of our evaluation, Clayton does not have any specific
recommendations at this time.
This report submitted by:
Paul 1. Pric IH. CSP
Senior Industrial Hygienist
Occupational Health and Safety
This report reviewed by:
Barbara J. Wood , CIH, CSP
Senior Project Manager
Occupational Health and Safety
October 5, 2001
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