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, . � � Current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) statutes mandate control measures for friable (easily pulverized) asbestos-containing materials. Non-friable materials (for example, pliable caulking, floor tile or mastic) do not pose an immediate exposure risk unless they are cut, torn, sanded or otherwise abraded. Because non-friable materials have the potential to become friable during certain activities, friable and non-friable materials have been identified in this building. EPA's Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) was used as a guidance document for bulk sampling procedures, sample analysis, and location selection. An AHERA asbestos trained building inspector participated in the building inspection. BULK SAMPLING METHODS Asbestos bulk sampling was performed, sampling included collection of material samples and analysis of bulk samples for asbestos percentages utilizing polarized light microscopy(PLM). A walk-through survey of the home was first conducted to identify homogeneous areas and develop a bulk sampling and inspection strategy. For each homogeneous area sa�npled, two criteria were used to determine sample locations: 1) The sample site must be representative of the homogeneous area 2) A random element to prevent bias from entering the results was exercised in sample site selection Sampling protocol was as follows. Amended water consisting of water and a surfactant (soap solution) was misted on the sample site before, during and after the sampling process. This served to minimize dispersion of the sampled material. Sampling instruments were used to section a representative sample of material away from building component. Sealed, plastic packs were used to contain the sample and marked with the sample serial number. Sampling instruments were cleaned after collecting each sample to prevent cross contamination of subsequent samples. Inspectors utilized half-face respirators when appropriate, and gloves for adequate personal protection during sampling activities. Results for bulk samples collected during the survey are provided in the Asbestos Laboratory reports attached by: EMSL Analytical, Inc. Bulk samples were analyzed by: EMSL Analytical, Inc. 14375 23`d Avenue North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55447, utilizing polarized light microscopy recommended by method EPA/600/R-93/116 in accordance with federal, state and local laws and regulations. EMSL Analytical, Inc National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) number is 200019-0. Attached are sample sheets describing; asbestos locations, and the Demolition permit for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Complete laboratory analysis charts are also included in this report. The appliances, fluorescent lights, Ballasts and thermostats can be taken to the Hennepin County hazardous waste disposal site by the homeowner at 8100 Jefferson highway, Brooklyn Park, or 2