Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA), 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E
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Each Local Education Agency (LEA) must ensure an EPA-accredited inspector performs an asbestos inspection of every school building.
The inspection determines the presence, location, and condition of all Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM) or Presumed ACM (PACM).
These findings form the baseline of the school’s Asbestos Management Plan (AMP).
Every school must maintain a live, accessible AMP:
One copy at the school site
One copy at the LEA administrative office
The AMP must include:
Inspection and risk assessment results
Planned response actions and implementation schedule
Training documentation for custodial/maintenance staff
Names and credentials of inspectors, planners, and contractors
Annual parent/staff notification records
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Conducted every 6 months by a trained individual.
Documents whether ACM condition has changed.
Findings are uploaded directly into the AMP via mobile device.
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Required every 3 years by an accredited asbestos inspector.
The re-inspection reassesses ACM condition and updates the risk evaluation.
Reports are securely stored and version-tracked in the AMP.
Every LEA must appoint a Designated Person to oversee AHERA compliance:
Maintains all records and schedules
Coordinates training and response actions
Ensures that all contractors are accredited
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| Role | Required Training | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Custodial/Maintenance Staff | 2 hr Asbestos Awareness | Initial |
| Staff performing O&M activities | +14 hr O&M Training | Initial, plus refreshers |
Training topics must include asbestos hazards, material locations, work practices, and emergency procedures.
Certificates are uploaded and retained in the AMP for audit tracking.
Annual notice must go to parents, teachers, and staff informing them of AMP availability and any asbestos work completed.
All AHERA records—inspections, re-inspections, surveillance logs, training records, and response actions—must be retained for the life of the building.
iSpecX automates notifications and archives every document with timestamped verification.
If ACM is damaged or poses a risk:
Repair or encapsulate minor damage
Enclose or remove ACM as required by EPA NESHAP regulations before renovations/demolition
Only accredited contractors may perform these actions, and all work must be supervised by accredited management planners or project designers.
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What is AHERA?
AHERA requires K-12 schools to identify, manage, and monitor asbestos-containing materials through inspections, management plans, and ongoing notifications.
Which schools must comply?
All public and private (non-profit) K-12 schools. Colleges/universities are covered under OSHA/EPA standards but not AHERA.
Does AHERA require asbestos removal?
No — only if damaged or disturbed. Otherwise, ACM should be safely managed in place.
Inspection Frequency
Initial inspection (all buildings)
6-month periodic surveillance
3-year re-inspection by accredited inspector
What is an AMP?
A document outlining the location, condition, and management procedures for ACM, maintained at both the school and LEA offices.
Who is the Designated Person?
An LEA-appointed individual responsible for all aspects of AHERA compliance.
Required Training
Custodial staff: 2 hr awareness.
O&M staff: +14 hr specialized training.
How are notifications handled?
Annual written notice to parents, teachers, and employees, documented in the AMP.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
EPA/state penalties, mandated corrective actions, and potential liability for asbestos exposure.
Record Retention
All records must be retained for the life of the building and made available upon request.
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