Industrial Workers and Asbestos Exposure Further Information
Posted on: September 30, 2024Asbestos was extensively used in factories and plants throughout much of the 20th century due to its desirable qualities, such as heat and chemical resistance. It was commonly found in industrial products that needed to withstand high temperatures and corrosive chemicals. Consequently, asbestos became prevalent in thousands of products regularly handled by industrial workers, leading to widespread exposure.
Due to this extensive use, many trades within the industry continue to face significant asbestos exposure risks. The risk is not limited to past exposure; ongoing risks persist for many workers today. Some similar occupations that also face high exposure risks include metalworkers, refinery workers, machinists, chemical workers, and power workers.
Facts About Industrial Workers
- 8,500,400 industrial workers in the United States (2020)
- Asbestos Exposure is Ongoing and Exposure is High
- Similar Occupations: Metalworkers, refinery workers, machinists, chemical workers, power workers