Sec. 1954.059. ASBESTOS SITE INSPECTIONS. (a) The department shall inspect:
(1) an asbestos abatement contractor during an abatement project at least annually; and
(2) other licensed organizations in accordance with department rules.
(b) The department shall require a building or facility owner or the owner's authorized representative to complete an immediate inspection for asbestos if the department determines after an asbestos site inspection that there appears to be a danger or potential danger to:
(1) the occupants of the building;
(2) workers in the building or facility; or
(3) the public.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1421, Sec. 4, eff. June 1, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 5.260, eff. April 2, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 12 - Practices and Trades Related to Water, Health, and Safety
Subtitle B - Practices Related to Health and Safety
Chapter 1954 - Asbestos Health Protection
Subchapter B. Powers and Duties of Executive Commissioner and Department
Section 1954.051. General Rulemaking Authority
Section 1954.052. Rules Regarding Asbestos Concentration Levels
Section 1954.053. Rules Regarding Performance Standards and Work Practices
Section 1954.054. Rules Restricting Advertising or Competitive Bidding
Section 1954.055. Reciprocity Agreement
Section 1954.057. General Investigative Authority
Section 1954.058. Authority to Contract for Inspections
Section 1954.059. Asbestos Site Inspections
Section 1954.060. Demolition and Renovation Activities; Inspections
Section 1954.061. Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Certain Solid Waste Facilities
Section 1954.062. Dissemination of Information; Educational Programs or Exhibits