Hazards Flashcards
1
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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
A
Gases emitted through liquid/solid substances
2
Q
Urea-formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI)
A
Insulation that produces dangerous gases when hardened
3
Q
Radon
A
Radioactive under surface causes lung cancer
4
Q
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
A
Prior to 1979 industrial and commercial
5
Q
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
A
Refrigerator coolant, A/C, dehumidifiers
6
Q
Carbon Monoxide
A
Odorless, colorless gas due to incomplete combustion; fuels such as: wood, oil, natural gas
7
Q
Brownfield
A
Property w/hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants
8
Q
Asbestos
A
From insulation, causes severe respiratory issues