TSTC Harlingen is committed to protecting the health and safety of its students, faculty, and staff from unsafe exposure to asbestos. TSTC Harlingen complies with applicable laws and regulations concerning asbestos-containing materials.

In support of this policy, the following principles will guide Physical Plant in the management of asbestos at TSTC Harlingen.

1. Suspected asbestos problems will be promptly investigated and appropriate action taken to protect the safety and health of the College community. Abatement procedures and activities should be fully documented and appropriately recorded by Physical Plant.
2. Where required, abatement of asbestos may include removal, encapsulation, enclosure, or other forms of isolation and security to properly protect health and safety.
3. Protection of service workers with the potential for exposure to asbestos-containing materials through their duties is a TSTC Harlingen priority.
   Employees and contractors engaged in service work that may result in exposure to asbestos-containing materials shall be properly trained in asbestos awareness. When working in areas where asbestos exposure is a potential hazard, service employees shall be provided with appropriate protective equipment.
4. Asbestos abatement projects and disposal of asbestos-containing materials shall be performed by qualified TSTC Harlingen or certified contractor personnel in accordance with established laws and regulations.
5. Communication with occupants of TSTC Harlingen buildings is an important element in effective asbestos management. Students, faculty, and staff should be provided timely and accurate information about asbestos abatement activities that may affect them.