Cleanercurbs.com: Asbestos Nyc
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Asbestos must be disposed of according to law and regulation, and cannot be placed out for regular trash collection by the Department of Sanitation. Exposure to asbestos fibers increases health risks such as asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. Building owners are responsible for ensuring materials containing asbestos are disposed of properly rather than put out for collection, with violations carrying fines up to $10,000. Updates on asbestos disposal rules can be found at nyc.gov/sanitation.
Cleanercurbs.com: Asbestos Nyc
- 1. Asbestos Nyc • No person shall transport, store or dispose of waste containing asbestos or cause or permit any person to transport, store or dispose of such waste except as in accordance with applicable law and regulation. No person may place asbestos out for collection by the DSNY • -DSNY Rules and Regulations
- 2. Fact About Asbestos • Asbestos is the name given to a group of minerals that occur naturally in the environment as bundles of fibers. Exposure to asbestos may increase the risk of asbestosis, other nonmalignant lung and pleural disorders, lung cancer, mesothelioma, and other cancers.
- 3. Consequences of Putting Asbestos out for Collection • It is the responsibility of the business or property owner to ensure that your property is asbestos free and that any materials containing asbestos is disposed of properly.. Violation are punishable with fines up to $10,000. • *For updates and/or changes to these rules and regulations visit www.nyc.gov/sanitation • Visit us at www.cleanercurbs.com