Recognizing ACBMs

You Can't Tell by Looking!

Are these materials "Hot" (contain asbestos) or "Not" (no asbestos)?

The key message is that you cannot tell by looking at a suspect material whether it contains asbestos. The only way to know for certain is to have analysis done by an accredited laboratory.

Hot or Not?

Hot! ACM block pipe insulation

Hot or Not?

Not! Non-ACM block pipe insulation

Hot or Not?

Hot! ACM ceiling tiles

Hot or Not?

Not! Non-ACM ceiling tile mastic

Hot or Not?

Not! Non-ACM spray-applied insulation

Hot or Not?

Hot! ACM skim coat

Hot or Not?

Not! Non-ACM block pipe insulation

Hot or Not?

Hot! ACM spray-applied insulation