Iron Workers

Iron workers were exposed to asbestos while working on jobsites and around other trades also handling asbestos. Iron workers utilized girders and paint that contained asbestos. Additionally, protective clothing worn by iron workers such as gloves, aprons, and vests were often made with asbestos.

Foundries
January 4, 2024

Foundries

Asbestos Exposure in Foundries: Legal Rights for Michigan Workers Foundry workers across Michigan face significant health risks from asbestos exposure, a danger that persists decades after initial contact with these deadly fibers. Workers in aluminum smelters and metal works regularly…

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Steel Mills
November 30, 2023

Steel Mills

Steel Mill Asbestos Exposure: A.K. Steel, A.M. Byers, and Industrial Workers at Risk Steel mill workers across Michigan and nationwide face significant asbestos exposure risks due to the extreme temperatures required in metal production processes. From A.K. Steel facilities to…

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