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In most developed countries, laws and regulations require employers and landlords to notify workers and lease holders about asbestos-containing materials in their areas, especially if their activity might disturbe the asbestos. If asbestos is present in building materials, it is not a hazard unless disturbed and turned into airborne dust. It is not possible to look at a material with the naked eye and tell whether asbestos is present. If you know something of the history of a building and understand what kinds of uses asbestos was put to at different times during the last 150 years, it is possible to tell by looking that something might contain asbestos and should be handled as if it did until lab tests show that it does not.
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Why is asbestos abatement necessary for older buildings?
The product asbestos is known to cause a very dangerous cancer called Mesothelioma, which persons working around asbestos is known to contract therefore protecting themselves is essential.
Can you acquire brochiectasis from working with asbestos?
No.
Where is asbestos mined?
Asbestos is mined in various countries around the world, including Russia, China, Brazil, and Kazakhstan. The largest asbestos mines were once located in countries like Canada, South Africa, and Australia, but many of these mines have now closed due to health concerns associated with asbestos mining and use.
What has the author Margaret Hamilton written?
Margaret Hamilton has written: 'Working with asbestos' -- subject(s): Asbestos, Toxicology
What company new about asbestos in 1930?
I don't know what company knew about asbestos. But I now know who doesn't know how to spell "knew."
Can touching fiberglass insulation cause you harm?
It makes you itch. I've worked with it hundereds of times, but as far as I know it hasn't caused me any serious harm. However, did you know that fiberglass replaced asbestos for insulating purposes? Working with asbestos can cause asbestosis or lung cancer.
What is a possible side effect of working with asbestos?
There are a few possible side effects from working with asbestos. One side effect is lung cancer, but this is is pretty extreme. Generally people will get a cough.
What is the purpose of asbestos testing?
I don't know what asbestos testing is. Can somebody tell me more about it?
What is the connection between an air ejector and asbestos?
There is no connection between an air ejector and asbestos, unless asbestos dust is present for some reason. Then the working of an air ejector might be one way in which the asbestos dust can become airborn and available for people to inhale.
Who can test my house for asbestos?
If you're wanting someone to come test for asbestos, I would suggest going to www.epa.gov/asbestos/. There they tell you everything you need to know about asbestos and where you can locate a laboratory to test for it.
What people get asbestos related diseases?
My grandpa died of Pulmonary Fibrosis caused by asbestos. He got it from working on big 18 wheelers. He was a diesal mechanic.
How do you know if asbestos is in your vinyl?
To find out if asbestos is in your vinyl, have a small sample collected and analyzed by a qualified laboratory.
