Purpose
Determine the process for identifying hazardous materials and abatement procedures including asbestos, lead paint, etc.
Responsibility
On every project involving existing OSU facilities, the Project Manager should request that Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) perform a survey for the existence of hazardous material.
Timeframe
No removal of building materials or building systems shall occur without the inspection for hazardous material by EH&S or by an independent consultant as directed by EH&S.
Process
If the disturbance of hazardous material is expected on any project, the Project Manager should contact EH&S prior to performing any demolition work.
The Project Manager will coordinate budget and schedule with EH&S for remediation work performed under a separate contract.
If during construction, any hazardous material is suspected, the contractor should immediately stop work and notify the OSU Project Manager. The Project Manager will contact EH&S and schedule remediation prior to work resuming on the project.