Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with asbestos regulations in Maryland?

The responsibility for ensuring compliance with asbestos regulations in Maryland falls on both the property owner and the asbestos contractor. This shared responsibility is crucial because the property owner is typically in charge of maintaining the property and ensuring that it meets all health and safety regulations, which include proper handling and abatement of asbestos.

In parallel, the asbestos contractor, who is specially trained and certified to deal with hazardous materials, plays a vital role in executing the abatement work in line with regulations. This collaborative effort helps to ensure that all procedures are followed correctly to protect the health of workers, tenants, and the surrounding community from the dangers posed by asbestos exposure.

The other options reflect an incomplete understanding of the regulatory framework. While state regulatory bodies do oversee compliance and enforce regulations, they do not handle day-to-day management of asbestos issues on individual properties. Tenants typically do not possess the authority or responsibility to ensure compliance as they are not involved in the property’s management. Similarly, the general contractor alone would not be solely accountable for asbestos compliance unless specifically contracted to manage those aspects, which often involves coordination with both the property owner and the asbestos contractor.