Public Health Region 11 Toxic Substance Control Division
Vision Statement:
We are committed to protecting the physical and environmental health of the residents of Public Health Region 11, through implementation and personal development.
Purpose:
The purpose of the Toxic Substance Control Division is to protect the physical and environmental health of the citizens of Texas. We strive to provide a safe and healthy work environment for all public employees, and prevent unnecessary exposures to asbestos, lead, and other environmental hazards for the public.
Activities:
The various section of the Toxic Substance Control Division reflects the program's various activities:
- Employee Right-To-Know
- Community Right-To-Know
- Indoor Air Quality
- Environmental Lead Assessments
- Industrial Hygiene
- Texas Asbestos Health Protection Act (TAHPA)
- National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPS)
Contact:
William Ashton, R.S.
Program Inspector