What is damaged material by AHERA?

• A. Loss of cohesion or adhesion properties
• B. Color fading
• C. Slight dampness
• D. Increase in hardness

Answer: (D)

Damaged asbestos-containing materials are identified by a loss of their physical integrity—specifically, a loss of cohesion or adhesion properties. When cohesion or adhesion declines, the material can crack, crumble, or break apart, increasing the likelihood that asbestos fibers become airborne. This is the condition AHERA focuses on because the main concern is fiber release, not cosmetic changes or moisture alone.

Color fading, slight dampness, or a simple increase in hardness do not by themselves indicate damage that would elevate asbestos exposure risk under AHERA.