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The Curious Bag
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People who work directly with materials containing asbestos have the greatest risk of asbestos exposure, According to the Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry. Asbestos is made up of fibrous minerals that are small enough to be inhaled into the lungs.
Manual Labor
People who work in shipyards, construction, steel mills, refineries, power plants and mines have the greatest chance of asbestos exposure.
Auto Mechanics
Auto mechanics also have an increased risk of exposure to asbestos. This is because there are still some older cars with asbestos in their brake pads.
Family
Unfortunately, family members of the people who work in these areas have an inclined risk of asbestos exposure as well. The small asbestos particles can attach themselves to the hair, skin and clothes, and then be transferred to family members.
Residents of Old Houses
People who live in older houses also have a greater risk of asbestos exposure. Many houses are still standing that are covered in asbestos siding and shingles.
Live Near Factories
People are at risk for asbestos exposure if they live near factories that still work with asbestos. Although exposure to asbestos due to air contaminants is not as likely today as it was in the 1960s and 1970s.
Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry; What is Asbestos?
AA1Car.com: Asbestos Brake Dust Still a Hazard
Environment, Health and Safety Online: Asbestos Shingles and Siding on Your House
More Information:
Asbestos.net: Occupations At Risk - Asbestos Exposure, Mesothelioma & Other Health Risks
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