Laboratory and Field Glossary
There are 196 entries in this glossary.O
| Term | Definition |
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| Obovoid |
Egg
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| Onychomycosis |
Fungal infection of the nails.
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| Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Program |
A program of work practices and training and management procedures designed to maintain PACM in good condition. An O&M program ensures clean-up of asbestos fibers previously released and prevention of further release by minimizing and controlling PACM disturbance or damage. An O&M program should be implemented at all buildings with PACM.
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| Optical Microscope |
A microscope which uses the transmission of light through lenses to magnify a specimen for examination. Capable of resolution of fibers or other materials down to approximately 0.25 micrometers in diameter.
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| OSHA |
United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
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| Owner Consultant (OC) |
Refers to the firm, company or individual designated by the Owner.
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