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Procedures for Bulk Sampling of Asbestos in the Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division

This document describes how Laboratory Services and Applied Science Division (LSASD) conducts bulk sampling for asbestos and asbestiform fibers during investigations. The purpose of these investigations is to determine quantity and type of asbestos that may be present onsite to assist decision makers in recommending a course of remediation, enforcement action or management control.

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