Asbestos is still found in many old buildings across the United States. Demolition companies are required by law to hire a specialist who will determine the amount of asbestos in an building, and report his findings to the state government. If asbestos is found in an area, an abatement procedure must take place to ensure safety to people who live and work near the area. Asbestos abatement is a complicated and timely process, but is also necessary to … [Read more...]
Old Vats and Boilers May Contain Asbestos
By the 1920s, asbestos was used as a heat retardant in nearly every industry. Old appliances and infrastructure in America still contains asbestos, even though it’s been banned by the EPA. Boilermakers, specifically those who conduct maintenance on older vats and boilers, are at a particularly high risk of asbestos exposure. Why Asbestos Can Still Be Found Asbestos is a soft, fibrous metal that was used to fireproof many buildings and machines, and … [Read more...]