DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH  :  AIR MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Asbestos Control


Air Management Services
Asbestos Control Program
(215) 685-7576 - Call 311
 after hours or weekends

Proposed Asbestos Control Regulation Amendments - Comments must be received in our office by 7-23-09 (E-mail henry.kim@phila.gov or Send by Regular Mail).

We regulate all asbestos related activities performed in Philadelphia, enforce the Philadelphia Asbestos Control Regulations, as well as all applicable State and Federal Regulations, and respond to all questions, complaints, and certification/licensing inquiries at the above number.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asbestos?
Do I need an Asbestos Inspection Report (AIR)?

Companies and Individuals Licensed/Certified by AMS

Asbestos Contractors - Licensed to perform asbestos abatement projects in Philadelphia
Asbestos Investigators - Certified to perform building material surveys to detect the presence of asbestos-containing materials
Asbestos Laboratories - Certified to analyze bulk samples taken in Philadelphia to determine if they contain asbestos
Asbestos Project Inspectors (API) - Certified to perform air monitoring and enforce the City's asbestos Control Regulations at asbestos abatement projects

Asbestos Control Forms and Applications

Permit Application
Notification Form - Notification Guide
Asbestos Contractor Application
Asbestos Investigator Application
Asbestos Laboratory Application

Asbestos Project Inspector Initial Course Application

Asbestos Project Inspector Certification Application

Final Clearance Inspection Report
Alternative Method Request

Asbestos Control Program Information

Watch this space for the 2010 API refresher class dates
Demolition Guide
Philadelphia Asbestos Code
Philadelphia Asbestos Control Regulations
Asbestos Homeowners Guide
Asbestos Fee Schedule
Notification Guide