Asbestos in New Jersey

New Jersey's dense industrial history, including shipbuilding and chemical production, resulted in significant asbestos presence. Historical records show asbestos use in shipyards, chemical plants, and manufacturing facilities. Documented sites include:

Shipyards along the coast, particularly in Camden.
Chemical plants in the industrial corridor around Linden and Elizabeth.
Manufacturing facilities in cities such as Trenton and Newark.

Known Asbestos Job Sites in New Jersey

Explore 2609 known asbestos sites and job-sites across New Jersey.

Job Site	City	State
211 North West Street	Vineland	NJ
3M	Freehold	NJ
3M	West Caldwell	NJ
3M	Newark	NJ
640 E Wood Street	Vineland	NJ
744 Elroy Investors LLC	Newark	NJ
Abbott's Alderney Dairy	Salem	NJ
Aberfoyle Manufacturing	Bridgeton	NJ
ABEX	Mahwah	NJ
Academy Street School	Glassboro	NJ
ACandS	Elizabeth	NJ
ACandS	Linden	NJ
ACandS	Pennsauken	NJ
ACandS	New Brunswick	NJ
Ace Asbestos Manufacturing	Jersey City	NJ
Ace Welding & Boiler Repair	Hackensack	NJ
Ace Welding & Boiler Repair	Trenton	NJ
Achenbach & Butler	Trenton	NJ
A. Clemente	Penns Grove	NJ
Acme Hamilton Rubber	Trenton	NJ
A.C. Reaves	Trenton	NJ
Adam Black & Son	Jersey City	NJ
Administration Building	New Brunswick	NJ
Advanced Piece & Dye	Rutherford	NJ
A & E Insul-Consultants	Montvale	NJ
Aeolian	Garwood	NJ
Aerco	Northvale	NJ
Aeroil Products	South Hackensack	NJ
A & E Specialties	Montvale	NJ
A.E. Stone	Pleasantville	NJ
African Dawn	Kearny	NJ
African Lagoon	Kearny	NJ
African Lake	Kearny	NJ
African Star	Kearny	NJ
African Sun	Kearny	NJ
Agasote Millboard	Trenton	NJ
A. Gross & Company	Newark	NJ
A.H. Mcneal	Burlington	NJ
A I C Chemical	Butler	NJ
Airco Commercial Acetylene	Bound Brook	NJ
Airflow Industries	Keansburg	NJ
Air Reduction	Middlesex	NJ
Ajax Rubber	Trenton	NJ
Albert Corrugated	North Bergen	NJ
Alboni	Kearny	NJ
Alcoa	Edgewater	NJ
Alcoa	Harrison	NJ
Alcoa	Garwood	NJ
Alcoa	Burlington	NJ
Alcoa	Edison	NJ

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in New Jersey

Shipyard Workers: New Jersey's long history of shipbuilding, particularly in Camden and along the Delaware River, exposed workers to asbestos used in ship construction and insulation (Example: New York Shipbuilding Corporation in Camden).
Construction Workers: Asbestos was commonly used in insulation, roofing, flooring, fireproofing, and other building materials in older structures across the state (Example: Schools, hospitals, and public buildings constructed before the 1980s).
Manufacturing Workers: New Jersey's diverse manufacturing sector, including textiles, chemicals, and machinery, often involved the use of asbestos in various applications (Example: Johns Manville manufacturing facilities in Manville).
Power Plant Workers: Asbestos was extensively used for insulation and fireproofing in power generation facilities throughout New Jersey (Example: Public Service Electric and Gas Company power plants).

New Jersey Asbestos Regulations and Laws

New Jersey has enacted comprehensive laws and regulations to protect workers and the public from asbestos exposure. These regulations are primarily enforced by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL).

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)

The NJDEP oversees asbestos abatement activities, including:

Licensing of asbestos abatement contractors
Issuing permits for asbestos removal projects
Ensuring proper disposal of asbestos-containing materials
Providing guidance on managing asbestos in public buildings and schools.

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL)

The NJDOL enforces workplace safety regulations related to asbestos exposure, including:

Establishing permissible exposure limits for asbestos fibers
Mandating worker training and certification for asbestos-related tasks
Requiring the use of personal protective equipment to minimize exposure.

Key Laws and Regulations

Asbestos Control and Licensing Act (ACLA): This act establishes licensing requirements for asbestos abatement contractors and sets standards for asbestos removal and disposal.
Worker and Community Right to Know Act: This act requires employers to inform workers about hazardous substances, including asbestos, in the workplace.
New Jersey Administrative Code, Title 7, Chapter 29: This chapter provides detailed regulations on asbestos abatement procedures, worker safety, and waste disposal.

Sources

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) - Asbestos: https://www.nj.gov/dep/dshw/rrtp/asbestos.htm
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) - Asbestos:https://www.nj.gov/labor/safetyandhealth/programs-services/asbestos/
New Jersey Legislature - Asbestos Control and Licensing Act (ACLA): https://www.nj.gov/labor/safetyandhealth/resources-support/laws-regulations/asbestosact.shtml

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in New Jersey?

If you or a loved one is sick or passed away due to asbestos, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. New Jersey law protects victims of asbestos exposure. We can assist you in understanding your legal options.