What is asbestos?
Asbestos consists of naturally occurring minerals that
can prevent heat and corrosion. Asbestos is used for different purposes in
building construction. It is mainly used in insulation and it can be found in
fire preventative materials. Incorrect use of asbestos can cause dangerous
illnesses like different types of cancer. The mineral exists in thin fibers and
it is easily airborne. This is why asbestos removal is very important.
The hazards of using Asbestos
Asbestos is well known for
health hazards and its use is controlled by OSHA and EPA. Asbestos fibers can
create scar like tissue in the lungs when breathed in. This is called asbestosis and it causes loss
of lung function. It often causes disability and even death. Asbestos causes
lung cancer and other diseases such as mesothelioma of the pleura which is the
out lining of the lungs. Ways to Reduce Asbestos hazards there is not any safe
level of exposure to asbestos. Mesothelioma in humans can occur if there is
asbestos exposure for even a short period of time. Asbestos removal companies can help to
remove asbestos in a safe and controlled way.
