The following words or group of words, when used in this section, shall be defined as follows:
Asbestos Abatement. Removal of any asbestos containing material.
Asbestos Containing Material (ACM). Any material containing .1% or more dry weight asbestos.
Clean Room. The room immediately adjacent to the work area from which the work area is accessed.
Containment Area. Any area where critical barriers are taped and access is not possible without respiratory protection.
Contractor. The licensed contractor performing the asbestos abatement.
HEPA Filter. High Efficiency Particulate Air Filters.
Job Start. The abatement job begins with the taping of critical barriers.
Negative Air Machine. A filtering machine whose primary purpose is to maintain a negative atmosphere in the containment area during the asbestos abatement process.
Respray. Reapplication of an approved fire protective coating.
SCAQMD. South Coast Air Quality Management District.
VAT. Vinyl Asbestos Floor Tile.