Asbestos
Overview
Asbestos is a virtually indestructible fiber that has been used broadly in construction, insulation and other building materials for many years. Its extreme durability make it a hazard for those who live, work, or go to school in the buildings that were built with asbestos products. Demolition workers or anyone that has been exposed to products that contain asbestos have the possibility of health risks including mesothelioma (cancer within the chest lining surrounding the lungs) and asbestosis (pulmonary fibrosis which cause the lungs to loose their elasticity).
Within this section of the site, you'll find information about where asbestos has been used and the common products that may contain asbestos as well as more helpful tips relating to asbestos.
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Union calls for carpet pad inspections due to asbestos concerns
Following a shocking report about the use of asbestos-contaminated material in carpet pads, an Australian union is calling for mandatory inspections of houses to protect the inhabitants. The concerns stem from the substantial risks of asbestos exposure, which has been shown to cause the deadly disease mesothelioma.A report released this week revealed that millions of hessian bags used by the ...
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Federal Grand Jury finds firms improperly disposed of asbestos
A federal grand jury in Chattanooga, TN has handed down indictments for 2 companies involved with demolition and salvage, along with their shareholders and supervisors, for allegedly conspiring to defraud the government and violate the Clean Air Act. The charges center around the improper disposal of asbestos, which has been shown to cause the deadly disease mesothelioma.The charge details an ...
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