Much of the asbestos exposure experienced by railroad workers in Michigan occurred in what was known as Roundhouses. Throughout the state of Michigan, roundhouses were locations where train cars were serviced, maintained, and repaired beginning in the late 19th century….
Shipyard workers dedicate their careers to building ships primarily for industrial and military purposes. Unfortunately, what many shipbuilders don’t realize or haven’t been warned against is the fact that asbestos exposure on the job is perhaps the greatest work hazard…
Until the 1970s, asbestos was widely used in military and commercial ships, as it was considered the best fire-prevention and heat-resistant material to use for insulation and other products that needed such protection. While ships that have been constructed since…
Asbestos exposure at work is one of the leading causes of mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases among railroad workers. Asbestos, a known human carcinogen, can be found in old rail cars, rail ties, locomotives, and even in old…
Generations of workers across different industries have been exposed to asbestos and have developed asbestos-related diseases, including railroad workers. Because of the widespread use of asbestos in products from the 1920s through the 1980s, millions of people were exposed to…
Aging railcars and train tracks are some of the greatest contributors to the elevated risk of asbestos exposure that railroad workers face. When railroad workers encounter asbestos that has been agitated and is airborne, they are at great risk of…
Sean Sasser was an HIV activist and Pastry Chef. Sean helped raise awareness and break down barriers for LGBTQIA+ individuals on television when he and his partner Pedro Zamora held a commitment ceremony on the popular MTV Show, “MTV Real…
Asbestos Exposure After a House Fire Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in building materials throughout the 20th century due to its excellent insulation and fire-resistant properties. Found in numerous building products, it was commonly used…
