Millwrights

Millwrights were exposed to asbestos through their work installing and repairing heavy machinery such as boilers, generators, and turbines. Many of the parts on these machines, such as gaskets, insulation, and packing, contained asbestos and when disturbed, released fibers inhaled by Millwrights.

Chemical

Chemical

Asbestos Risks in the Chemical Industry: Ensuring Workplace Safety Chemical plants commonly utilize asbestos to safeguard their machinery from exposure to dangerous temperatures or hazardous chemicals. Some chemical plants even used asbestos in some of their products. Unfortunately, this use…

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Shipyards

Shipyards

Asbestos in Shipyards: Ensuring Safety for Maritime Workers Asbestos, prized for its resistance to corrosion and high temperatures, found widespread use in the shipbuilding industry. Shipyard equipment often incorporated asbestos insulation, and shipyard buildings were constructed with asbestos-corrugated sheeting. Asbestos…

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