Common use of ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT Clause in Contracts

ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT. (AHERA): All contract work that is performed for the School SCCOE by outside contractors or workers must meet all of the regulations that have been set forth in the AHERA rule. This means that all work which could disturb the integrity of any Asbestos Containing Building Material (A.C.B.M.) needs to be approved by the SCCOE. This refers to the sawing, grinding, cutting, or drilling of any A.C.B.M. in occupied areas of SCCOE buildings.