Category: Occupations With Mesothelioma and Asbestos Risk
Georgia Power Plants and Possible Asbestos Exposure
Asbestos exposure is a significant health concern in various industrial settings, including power plants. Here is an overview of potential asbestos exposure risks at several power plants in Georgia: Bowen...
Power Plants and Possible Asbestos Exposure In Florida
Anclote Power Plant: Located in Holiday, Florida, this plant likely used asbestos-containing materials for insulation and fireproofing in its construction and maintenance operations. Bartow Power Plant: Situated in St. Petersburg,...
Power Plants and Possible Asbestos Exposure in Connecticut
Connecticut Yankee Atomic Power Plant:The Connecticut Yankee Atomic Power Plant, also known as Haddam Neck Plant, was operational from 1968 to 1996.During its construction and operational years, asbestos was commonly...
Power Plants and Possible Asbestos Exposure in California
Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) PG&E is a major utility company in California, providing natural gas and electricity to millions of customers. Historically, asbestos was widely used in various...
Asbestos was widely used in school construction materials before the 1970s
Asbestos is frequently found in construction products used in school buildings, leading to exposure for millions of students and school staff. Before 1980, asbestos was a common component in various...
Power Plants and Possible Asbestos Exposure in Colorado
Arapahoe Power Plant The Arapahoe Power Plant, an older facility, likely used asbestos-containing materials in its construction and maintenance. Workers and nearby residents may have been exposed to asbestos fibers,...
Common Asbestos Products in Schools
Acoustic panels: Often used in classrooms and auditoriums, these panels helped reduce noise but contained asbestos fibers to enhance fire resistance. Asbestos cloth: This durable, heat-resistant fabric was used in various applications,...
Power Plants and Asbestos Exposure in Ohio and Oklahoma
Ohio Beckjord Power Plant: A coal-fired power plant located along the Ohio River, this facility has a history of using asbestos-containing materials, which were common in older power plants for...
Asbestos Use in Power Plants
Before the 1980s, power plants frequently used asbestos-containing materials for their machinery due to the high pressure and temperatures involved. Asbestos was valued for its durability and heat resistance, and...
Asbestos Products Commonly Used at Power Plants
Asbestos was widely used in power plants due to its heat-resistant properties. Here are common asbestos-containing products found in such facilities: Boilers: Asbestos was used in boiler insulation to handle...