New York State Asbestos Investigator Practice Exam

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Who oversees the disposal of materials after asbestos abatement?

NYSDOH
NYSDOL
NYSDEC
Department of Environmental Protection

The correct answer is: NYSDEC

The oversight of disposal of materials after asbestos abatement falls under the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). This agency is responsible for regulating the management and disposal of hazardous waste, including asbestos. The NYSDEC establishes guidelines and regulations to ensure that asbestos-containing materials are properly disposed of in a manner that protects public health and the environment. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) primarily deals with health-related issues and monitoring the health effects associated with asbestos exposure but does not oversee disposal directly. Similarly, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) focuses on worker safety and labor regulations, which can include regulations around asbestos handling in the workplace but not the disposal process. The term "Department of Environmental Protection" is often used generically and can refer to similar entities in different jurisdictions, but in New York, it is the NYSDEC that specifically handles these regulations.