People that are at highest risk of asbestos exposure are those who encounter it on the job. This includes those who work in construction, ship building, and asbestos mining and in the manufacturing of asbestos textiles. When asbestos fibers get into the air they may be inhaled into the lungs or swallowed into he digestive system where they can cause significant health problems. If you are involved asbestos related industries, you should take an active role in reducing the threat of asbestos on your health. You can speak with your supervisor about the possibility of testing your work place for the presence of asbestos. If you are a smoker working with asbestos, you should seriously consider quitting.
- What exactly is asbestos?
- What are the types of asbestos?
- What is asbestos used for?
- Where does asbestos come from?
- Is asbestos dangerous to my health?
- What are the other asbestos related lung diseases?
- Can asbestos exposure lead to other types of cancer?
- What factors affect the risk of developing an asbestos-related disease?
- Who is at risk of being exposed to asbestos?
- Is asbestos banned for use?
- How do I know if a particular product I work with contains asbestos?
- What is the role of employer
