Services

AHERA COMPLIANCE

 

At Gandee & Associates, we specialize in asbestos hazard management and compliance services, tailored specifically for Ohio's educational institutions. Our team of experienced and certified asbestos consultants is equipped to assist your school district in all aspects of AHERA compliance, including:

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• Asbestos Inspections: Comprehensive evaluations to identify asbestos materials in your facilities.

• Management Plans: Development and updates of effective management plans that are compliant with AHERA requirements.

• Periodic Surveillance and Re-inspections: Ensuring that all known or assumed asbestos-containing materials are safely managed and regularly checked via required AHERA 3-Year Reinspections and 6-Month Surveillance activities.

• Staff and Administrator Training: Educational programs to inform your staff about asbestos safety and regulatory compliance.

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Our goal is to ensure that your school environment is safe and compliant with all federal asbestos regulations. Trust Gandee & Associates to help you navigate the complexities of AHERA compliance and protect the health and safety of your school community.

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UNDERSTANDING AHERA

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The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) is a critical federal regulation that requires public and non-profit private schools (K-12) to inspect their facilities for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and prepare management plans to prevent or reduce asbestos hazards. Enacted in 1986 as part of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), AHERA aims to ensure that students, faculty, and staff are protected from exposure to asbestos fibers.

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Schools' Responsibilities Under AHERA

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Under AHERA, every K-12 school is required to:

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• Conduct an initial inspection and periodic re-inspections every three years of asbestos-containing materials by an EPA-certified inspector.

• Develop, maintain, and update an asbestos management plan and keep it on-site. This plan must be available for public inspection.

• Notify parent, teacher, and employee organizations about the availability of the school’s asbestos management plan and any asbestos abatement actions taken or planned in the school.

• Design and implement a program to manage any remaining asbestos, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and safeguard the health of the school community.