Known Asbestos Job Sites in Georgia

Explore 1429 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Georgia.

Job Site	City	State
101 Marietta Building	Atlanta	GA
230 Peachtree Street Building	Atlanta	GA
501 Amsterdam Avenue, N.E.	Atlanta	GA
560 Indiana Street	Savannah	GA
Abitibi Southern	Augusta	GA
ACandS	Chamblee	GA
ACandS	Atlanta	GA
ACandS	Savannah	GA
ACandS	Hapeville	GA
Acme Brewing	Macon	GA
Acme Laundry & Cleaning	Columbus	GA
Acoustical Treatments	Columbus	GA
Acousti Engineering	Atlanta	GA
Addie Bagley Daniels	Savannah	GA
A.F. Reese	Savannah	GA

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Georgia

Construction Workers: Asbestos was commonly used in insulation, roofing, flooring, and other building materials, posing risks to construction workers.
Textile Mill Workers: Georgia's history of textile mills involved the use of asbestos in machinery and building components.
Shipyard Workers: Shipbuilding activities, particularly during periods of military production, often involved asbestos use.
Power Plant Workers: Asbestos was used extensively in power plants for insulation and fireproofing.

Georgia Asbestos Regulations and Laws

Georgia has regulations aimed at protecting individuals from asbestos exposure. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) enforces these regulations:

Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD)

The EPD administers the Georgia Asbestos Removal and Encapsulation Rule, regulating activities that disturb asbestos. They also work with the U.S. EPA to administer the National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Asbestos and the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA).

Key Responsibilities:

Issuing licenses for asbestos contractors.
Accrediting training providers.
Collecting asbestos abatement and demolition project notifications.
Inspecting K-12 schools 1 for AHERA compliance.
Conducting outreach and education.
Developing technical guidance.

Key Laws and Regulations

Georgia Asbestos Removal and Encapsulation Rule: This rule outlines requirements for asbestos abatement projects, including notifications, inspections, and disposal.
National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Asbestos: Federal standard enforced by the EPD, setting limits on asbestos emissions from various activities.
Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA): Federal law requiring schools to inspect for asbestos-containing materials and implement management plans.

Sources

Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) - Asbestos: https://epd.georgia.gov/about-us/land-protection-branch/recovered-materials-and-abatement/asbestos
Georgia EPD - Asbestos Renovation and Demolition Requirements: https://epd.georgia.gov/document/document/asbestos-renovation-and-demolition-requirements-georgia-projects/download
EPA - Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA).
EPA - National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Asbestos

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Georgia?

If you or a loved one is sick or passed away due to asbestos, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. Georgia law protects victims of asbestos exposure. We can assist you in understanding your legal options.

Asbestos in Georgia