Understanding Asbestos Hazards and Safety Measures
Learn about the dangers of asbestos exposure, its impact on health, common materials containing asbestos, and the required personal protective equipment for safe removal. Stay informed and protect yourself from asbestos-related risks.
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ASBESTOS TRAIN AND TEST June 16, 2025/ag
ASBESTOS Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber. It was used in numerous building materials and vehicle products for its strength and ability to resist heat and corrosion before its dangerous health effects were discovered. Individual asbestos fibers cannot be seen by the naked eye, which puts workers at an increased risk. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has regulations to protect workers from the hazards of asbestos.
ASBESTOS CONTINUED THE HAZARD Asbestos fibers are released into the air during activities that disturb asbestos-containing materials. The asbestos fibers can then be inhaled without knowing and trapped in the lungs. If swallowed, they can become embedded into the digestive tract as well. Asbestos is a known human carcinogen and can cause chronic lung disease as well as lung and other cancers. Symptoms and/or cancer may take many years to develop following exposure. The hazard may occur during manufacturing of asbestos-containing products; performing brake or clutch repairs; renovating or demolishing buildings or ships; or cleanup from those activities; contact with deteriorating asbestos-containing materials and during cleanup after natural disasters.
ASBESTOS Some materials are presumed to contain asbestos if installed before 1981. Examples of these materials, as well as other presumed asbestos-containing materials are: Thermal system insulation Roofing and siding shingles Vinyl floor tiles Plaster, cement, putties and caulk Ceiling tiles and spray-on coatings Industrial pipe wrapping Heat-resistant textiles Automobile brake linings and clutch pads
ASBESTOS PPE REQUIREMENTS Asbestos removal PPE (or Personal Protective Equipment) is required by law for any asbestos removal contractor to provide for their employees. Asbestos fibers can also affect those that remove from peoples homes, and thus they have to be entirely protected against the known dangers posed by the asbestos mineral. Asbestos workers use several protective measures when dealing with asbestos.
ASBESTOS The government has issued the law that regulates these measures together with the EPA and MDH. Here are some of the PPE required by these laws: Disposable coveralls Respirators Disposable gloves These are the basic requirements for any removal work performed under supervision of a licensed asbestos removal company. This equipment is not expensive, and will ensure the safety of any worker if used in a proper way. Unfortunately, despite the fact that PPE is easy to use and ensures complete safety, many of the asbestos workers (in other fields, other than asbestos removal) are not using it, which is why more and more mesothelioma cases are recorded.
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End of quiz WE INVITE YOU TO MOVE TO THE NEXT MODULE AS TIME ALLOWS. SAFETY IS AS IMPORTANT TO US AS YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES ARE. LET S DO THIS TOGETHER!
