Asbestos Cement Tiles - Roof Coverings Flashcards
During which time period were asbestos-fiber cement tiles commonly used as a roofing material?
A) 1900s to 1920s
B) 1930s to early 1960s
C) 1970s to 1990s
D) 2000s to present
Answer: B) 1930s to early 1960s
What is the main problem with asbestos cement tiles?
A) They absorb too much moisture
B) They are extremely heavy
C) They become brittle over time and are easily damaged
D) They are too expensive to install
Answer: C) They become brittle over time and are easily damaged
Why can repairing an asbestos cement tile roof be costly?
A) The roof structure must be reinforced
B) The tiles are difficult to replace and require special disposal
C) It requires a new type of underlayment
D) It needs to be painted every five years
Answer: B) The tiles are difficult to replace and require special disposal
Why should an inspector never walk on an asbestos cement tile roof?
A) The tiles may release harmful asbestos fibers
B) The tiles may break due to brittleness
C) The tiles may absorb moisture from foot pressure
D) Walking on the roof is unnecessary
Answer: B) The tiles may break due to brittleness
What common mechanical damage can affect asbestos cement tile roofs?
A) Fading of color due to sun exposure
B) Tree limbs falling and breaking the tiles
C) Termite infestation
D) Melting from extreme heat
Answer: B) Tree limbs falling and breaking the tiles
Under what guidelines must asbestos cement roofing debris be disposed of in the U.S.?
A) Local municipal waste regulations
B) U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) regulations
C) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines
D) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
Answer: C) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines
What is a common sign of previous repairs on an asbestos cement tile roof?
A) Tiles replaced with metal sheets
B) Tiles siliconed back into place
C) Freshly painted tiles
D) Extra layers of underlayment visible
Answer: B) Tiles siliconed back into place
What should an inspector check for when evaluating an asbestos cement tile roof?
A) Missing or broken tiles
B) Tiles that have moved out of position
C) Missing or damaged flashings
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
What roof inspection method is recommended for asbestos cement tile roofs?
A) Walking on the roof
B) Using a moisture meter
C) Inspecting from a ladder or the ground
D) Using thermal imaging
Answer: C) Inspecting from a ladder or the ground
What should always be included in an inspector’s report for an asbestos cement tile roof?
A) The number of tiles on the roof
B) The material and style of the roof covering
C) The estimated installation date
D) The name of the manufacturer
Answer: B) The material and style of the roof covering
