Asbestos Testing Services

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) recently announced it had assessed a fine exceeding $43,000 against a property management company for violations related to asbestos abatement work at a mixed-use property in Amherst.

According to MassDEP, the company failed to implement required asbestos work practices and engineering controls during abatement activities. An inspection of the property also reportedly identified untrained and unlicensed personnel actively removing asbestos-containing materials, raising serious concerns about worker and public safety.

“Asbestos is a well-known health hazard when fibers become airborne,” said Joe Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “Exposure through inhalation can lead to serious illnesses, including mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer. This is why strict regulations govern the handling and removal of asbestos-containing materials. Beyond the significant health risks, noncompliance can result in substantial financial penalties, legal liabilities, and reputational damage.”

Supporting property management companies, real estate professionals, construction firms, and environmental consultants in their compliance efforts are the asbestos testing experts at EMSL Analytical, Inc. With a laboratory in Massachusetts and dozens more across North America, EMSL provides comprehensive material, environmental, and industrial hygiene testing services for asbestos and other regulated materials.

EMSL also offers a full range of resources, including sampling supplies, user-friendly test kits, air monitoring instruments, building inspection tools, and personal protective equipment. These solutions help safeguard workers and building occupants while assisting organizations in meeting federal, state, and local asbestos regulations.

To learn more about asbestos or other environmental, health, and safety testing resources, please visit www.EMSL.com, call (800)220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. To access test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.

 

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products, and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.