If you hold an Asbestos Inspector certificate in New York, you can find asbestos and document what you find. The moment you start telling anyone what the risk means or what to do about it - you need the Asbestos Management Planner certificate.

Under NYS ICR-56, a currently trained and NYSDOL-certified Project Designer must prepare and submit each variance petition. There is no workaround. If your project needs relief from an ICR-56 requirement, the variance application does not move without this credential attached to it.

Starting January 26, 2026, the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is officially retiring the "snail mail" era for asbestos professional certifications. The Asbestos Control Program’s Training and Certification Unit will no longer accept paper applications sent via mail. This change is a major shift in how industry professionals must manage their credentials. Whether you are applying for the first time or renewing a long-standing license, the process is now 100%

There’s been confusion over what’s known as the “1974 cut-off date” in ICR-56. Read more here about NYSDOL’s clarification.

Some careers are actually among the safest from AI takeover. And guess what? “Hazardous Materials Removal Worker” ranks near the top of that list. When it comes to jobs that require real people in real spaces doing real work…no chatbot, algorithm, or robotic arm is coming for your paycheck.

On August 1, 2025 , the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) ’s officially adopted amendments to its Asbestos...

The NYC DEP has adopted new amendments to their Asbestos Control Program Rules. Here are some key things you should know...

While the ongoing use of asbestos was banned in the US in 2024, the threat is far from over.

CNS Environmental offers comprehensive asbestos inspector training programs designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to...

CNS Environmental's Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor training program offers comprehensive instruction on the safe and effective removal...

CNS Environmental offers comprehensive Asbestos Handler (Worker) trainings. Take the proactive step to ensure your safety and well-being.

The REAL ID Act, implemented to enhance security standards for state-issued IDs, now requires New York to participate in a state-to-state...

CNS Environmental's OSHA Asbestos Awareness online course equips you and your employees with the knowledge they need to recognize and avoid