The Health Hazards Control Unit consists of industrial hygiene professionals providing the following services:

• Providing information to the general public on the health effects that may result from exposure to asbestos and lead-based paint.
• Accrediting individuals conducting asbestos management activities in NC and issuing permits for asbestos abatement projects.
• Accrediting training providers and courses that provide training for asbestos accreditations and lead certifications.
• Certifying individuals and firms conducting lead-based paint management activities and issuing permits for abatement projects
• Certifying individuals and firms conducting lead-based paint renovation activities.
• Inspecting asbestos and lead-based paint abatement projects to assure that they are conducted using proper work practices and controls.
• Providing consultative services on lead-based paint and asbestos related issues to homeowners, businesses, schools and policy makers.
• The HHCU conducts educational seminars and on-site presentations upon request. The educational seminars and presentations promote awareness of the potential hazards of asbestos and lead-based paint and the requirements of North Carolina’s asbestos and lead-based paint rules, regulations, and procedures.

Asbestos in North Carolina
Lead Poisoning in North Carolina

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