Practical advice on how to reduce exposure to asbestos

If you live in an area where naturally occurring asbestos has been disturbed and the asbestos fibers are likely to become airborne, you should reduce your exposure to asbestos by taking the following measures:-Walk, run, hike, bike and only on paved trails. - Play only in outdoor areas with a ground cover such as wood chips, mulch, sand, pea gravel, grass, asphalt, shredded rubber, or rubber mats. - Pave over unpaved walkways, driveways, or roadways that may have asbestos-containing rocks or soil. Cover asbestos-containing rock or soil in gardens and patios with asbestos-free medium or landscape garden areas covering. - Pre - wet before digging and shoveling soil. - Keep animals carrying dust or dirt on their fur or feet in shoes home. -Remove before entering your home to avoid tracking in dirt. - Use doormats to lower the amount of soil that is tracked in the house - keep windows and doors closed on windy days and during nearby construction. -Drive slowly unpaved roads. - Use a wet rag instead of a dry cloth or duster. - Use a wet cloth on the floor is not carpeted. - Use washable rugs on your floors and wash Regularly. Vacuum carpet often using a vacuum with a high efficiency HEPA filter. - Inspect your home for damage asbestos-containing insulation, ceiling or floor tiles. - Do not disturb asbestos-containing insulation, ceiling or floor, hire a trained and certified asbestos contractor to remove the materials. - Ask your employer if you are working with materials or in an environment containing asbestos. If you are, make sure that you are properly protected from exposure to asbestos