EPA OBJECTIVE 1
Improving the sciences for better asbestos control

Learn about the EPA's asbestos objective.

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Objective: EPA and other federal organizations are currently addressing a number of asbestos-related issues –from products that may be contaminated with asbestos (such as VAI) to health effects and fiber characteristics.

EPA efforts to advance science have encompassed a wide variety of activities across the agency, and include basic research, analytical methods development, field sampling, training and education, scientific conferences, medical and epidemiologic studies, and enhancement of approaches to understanding the health risks stemming from exposure.

Additionally, EPA is working with its federal partners (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Mine Safety and Health Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Geological Survey, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, etc.) to identify data gaps, inconsistencies between approaches and policies, and opportunities to collectively advance scientific and public health goals in this area.

As part of the effort to improve the state of the science on asbestos and to protect human health, EPA has several specific activities.

Courtesy of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency