# 40 C.F.R. § 763.120 (2026): What is the purpose of this subpart?

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## Section

- **Citation:** 40 C.F.R. § 763.120 (2026)
- **Heading:** What is the purpose of this subpart?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 40 CFR: Protection of Environment / Chapter I / Part 763 / Subpart G / § 763.120: § 763.120   What is the purpose of this subpart?

## Text

This subpart protects certain State and local government employees who are not protected by the Asbestos Standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This subpart applies the OSHA Asbestos Standards in 29 CFR 1910.1001 and 29 CFR 1926.1101 to these employees.

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