Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral found in many buildings on campus and does not pose a health risk when it is intact. UNT has an asbestos program to protect our community members from respirable asbestos fibers.

Please fill out a request for inspection if someone in your area needs to cut, sand, grind, abrade or otherwise disturb any building materials. If work is to be performed in the space above the ceiling tiles or securing furniture or pictures to the walls could also create a disturbance of the fibers. Risk Management Services will work with Facilities to ensure any surfaces that may contain asbestos material will only be disturbed by trained personnel. 

Submit a new Asbestos Request for Inspection

How do I know if I need to request an asbestos inspection?

If you are disturbing any material in a campus building that may contain asbestos, you must request an asbestos inspection at least 3 weeks prior to the start of work. This includes any renovation or demolition of the following materials:

  • Wallboard, Sheetrock, Joint Compound, or Ceiling Tiles
  • Thermal System Insulation (TSI) - pipes, pipe fittings, insulation wraps, etc.
  • Ductwork and/or Ductwork Mastic
  • Spray-on Soundproofing, Fireproofing, or Insulation
  • Carpet and/or Carpet Mastic
  • Floor Tile and/or Floor Tile Mastic
  • Caulk, Sealant, Waterproofing, etc.
  • Cooler/Cold Room Insulation
  • Fume Hood Panels or Laboratory Benchtops
  • Any building material not composed entirely of wood, metal, concrete, glass, or plastic