Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
OES - Permit Support Services Division
Notifications and Accreditations Section
P.O. Box 4313, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-4313
Physical Address: 602 North 5th St, BR, LA 70802
Phone No. (225) 219-3181; Fax No. (225) 219-3310 *New
Asbestos Web Page
Link to the Lead-based Paint Web Site: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/2884/Default.aspx
Link to Asbestos Demolition Hurricane Web Site (includes Emergency Orders): http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/2885/Default.aspx
Web Contact: Jodi.Miller@la.gov
Powerpoint Presentations and Guidance Documents
- New! Mark Your Calendars: Annual Asbestos and Lead Workshop: April 29, 2010
  (9/3/2009)
- 2009 Annual Asbestos and Lead Workshop
 (April 30, 2009)
- New! Asbestos NESHAP Clarification Regarding Analysis of Multi-Layered Systems (LDEQ recognizes this policy): http://www.epa.gov/EPA-AIR/1995/December/Day-19/pr-312.html
- General Information on Asbestos (Powerpoint)
*Attention: Persons Interested in Receiving Asbestos and Lead Updates: If you are not on the Email Distribution List and would like to be added for Notices for Asbestos and/or Lead information, please email Jodi Miller at Jodi.Miller@la.gov to request that you be added to the list. See the presentations as well as accreditation applications and notifications below:
Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) In accordance with the LDEQ Air Quality Regulations, LAC 33:III.5151.F.1.f, any contractor performing removal of asbestos containing material that involves Regulated Asbestos Containing Material (see definition in LAC 33:III.5151.B) must become licensed by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. You may contact the LSLBC by phone, 225-765-2301 or view their web site for additional information at http://www.LSLBC.louisiana.gov/
Solid Waste Notifications List (includes Transporters, Generators, etc.)  (Rev 8/12/09) A Solid Waste (SW) Transporter # is required to transport any type of solid waste in this state. This includes any demolition debris and asbestos. Contact Suzanne Bordelon of the Notifications and Accreditations Section at 225-219-3253 for a number if you don't have one.
Most Frequently Asked Questions About Asbestos
- Most Frequently Asked Questions by Asbestos Contractors Revised 10/9/09 (This document contains important information for Asbestos Abatement Contractors licensing and accreditations requirements)
- Most Frequently Asked Questions by Individuals Seeking Asbestos Accreditation (Rev 5/27/09) This document contains information for individuals seeking accreditation and also discusses training requirements.)
- Most Frequently Asked Questions by Homeowners (Revised 10/14/09) (This document contains important information regarding Asbestos removal from single family dwellings.)
- Most Frequently Asked Questions by Non-Profit Entities (Revised 9/29/08) (This document contains information regarding removal of vinyl asbestos flooring and asphalt and cement based shingles from non-profit or other entities.)
- New! Most Frequently Asked Questions about Asbestos Management Plans, Inspections, and Designated Persons for Schools and State Buildings (Rev 9/25/2009)
- New! Most Frequently Asked Questions about Asbestos Training Providers and Trainers (Rev 10/26/2009)
LDEQ Asbestos Contacts
Notifications and Accreditations Staff (BR Main Office Staff) (Revised 4/29/2009- *Note: New Phone numbers for B.R. Staff
Surveillance Staff - Surveillance Regional Office Map http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/66/Default.aspx (Click on map to get a list of Regional Contact Information) or Click on this document for Asbestos Regional Contacts: (Revised 3/10/09)
**Map to LDEQ, Baton Rouge Main Office: **
Asbestos Regulations
Louisiana Environmental Regulatory Code (ERC), Title 33:Part III (Louisiana Air Quality Regulations can be found at: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/tabid/1674/Default.aspx
The asbestos regulations can be found in the Louisiana Air Quality Regulations, in Chapters 27 and 51. Click on the link above, then click on the Air Quality Regulations (Part III) and search for the regulaitons needed, as noted below:
Chapter 27: Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools and State Buildings Regulation. Includes provisions for Training Providers and Accreditations (LAC 33:III.Chapter 27)
Chapter 51 (§5151): Emission Standard for Asbestos. Subchapter M. Includes Asbestos definitions and standards for Demolition and Renovation.
Asbestos Accreditation and Notification Forms
Accreditation Requirements to Ensure Faster Service: All Asbestos and Lead Accreditation Applications MUST be accompanied with one front face view 1"x 1¼" photograph for each discipline requested. Also, a check or money order made out to LDEQ must accompany your application. Please note, LDEQ does not accept cash.
- AAC-1: Asbestos Accreditation Form (10/1/08) This form is used when applying for all disciplines: Worker, Contractor/Supervisor, Inspector, (Required for schools and state buildings only: Management Planner, Project Designer).
To Ensure Quicker Service for Accreditations processing:
Please remember to complete the AAC-1 application forms for asbestos accreditations, including copies of training certificates, education for inspectors, management planners, and project designers.
Initial proof of the 2-hour Louisiana regulations (if not working in a hurricane area designated under the Emergency Orders, which is currently St. Bernard Parish until August 30, 2009); and Cameron Parish until Sept. 4, 2009. If you were exempt under an Emergency Order, this training is not required.
Notice: LDEQ now submits accreditation certifications via pdf through the email. Please have all employees complete the email address box if they have one, or fax # if they don’t. As a last resort, we will mail hard copies of certificates if a person does not have an email address or fax number.
- AAC-3: Asbestos Training Provider Recognition Form (Rev 7/14/09)
- AAC-4: Asbestos Trainer Recognition Form (Revised 7/14/09)
- AAC-5: Asbestos Course Notification Form (Revised 8/26/08)
- AAC-7is: Asbestos Landfill Recognition Form - In State Landfill (Rev 9/23/08)
- AAC-7os: Asbestos Landfill Recognition Form - Out of State Landfills (Rev 9/23/08)
- AAC-8: Required Elements for Asbestos Management Plan (Rev 10/30/2009) See important information regarding the new AAC-8 Forms below!
See a list of LA Recognized Asbestos Training Providers that teach the Schools and State Buildings Designated Person and Custodial and Maintenance Staff Training below under the heading entitled, "Asbestos Training Providers".
AAC-8 Information: *Note that the AAC-8 is an interactive Asbestos Management Plan and the information shall be typed or hand written on the form itself, not referencing another document as in the previous form. Contact Charlie Bennett by phone at 225-219-3250, or by email at Charles.Bennett@la.gov if you have any questions.
AAC-8 Information: For initial asbestos Management Plans or new Management Plans lost in the recent natural disasters.
Note: The revised AAC-8 form is only for initial Asbestos Management Plans. If there is a Management Plan already in place for an existing facility, the Plan just needs to be updated with the 6-month inspections, 3-year inspections (3-year applicable for schools only), and any renovations or additions, etc. If you no longer have a copy of the asbestos Management Plan as in the case of recent natural disasters, a new Management Plan must be developed using this new form unless you discuss an alternative plan with LDEQ.
Louisiana Asbestos Accreditation Lists by Discipline
- Asbestos Workers (Revised 9/4/2009)
- Asbestos Contractor/Supervisors (Revised 9/4/2009)
- Asbestos Inspectors (Revised 9/4/2009)
- Asbestos Management Planners (Revised 9/4/2009)
- Asbestos Project Designers (Revised 9/4/2009)
Asbestos Training Providers
- LA Recognized Asbestos Training Providers List (Revised 9/15/2009)
- LA Recognized Active Asbestos Trainers List (Revised 9/15/2009)
- Asbestos Training Course Schedule - For a current list of asbestos training courses, please see contact &/or website info on the above Asbestos Training Providers list.
- LA Recognized Asbestos Training Providers that teach the Schools and State Buildings Designated Person and Custodial and Maintenance Staff Training (8/12/09)
For accreditation purposes, training courses holding current approval from the EPA or from a state with an EPA-approved accreditation program are acceptable in Louisiana . However, in addition to these courses, Louisiana requires an additional 2-hour regulations course by a Louisiana recognized training provider. You may refer to the EPA National Directory of AHERA Accredited Courses (NDAAC) at http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/pubs/location.html for further listings.
Louisiana Recognized Asbestos Landfills
- Asbestos Disposal Sites Recognized by Louisiana that Accept Regulated Asbestos Containing Material (RACM) (Revised 8/27/2009) (See definition of RACM in LAC 33:III.5151.B) Contact: Jodi Miller at Jodi.Miller@la.gov
- Asbestos Disposal Sites Recognized by Louisiana that Accept Non-Regulated Asbestos Containing Material (Non-RACM) C&D disposal sites may take non-RACM only if their Solid Waste Permit authorizes it. You may contact the Waste Division's C&D website to verify which types of materials are accepted: http://www.deq.louisiana.gov/portal/Portals/0/permits/4-26-06%20Type%20III%20Facilities.pdf
Asbestos Demolition and Renovation Notification Projects List
ADVF Database Queries:
December 20, 2006 - December 31, 2007
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
January 1, 2009 - Ocrober 12, 2009
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