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Aerospace engineers: Often worked with materials containing asbestos for heat resistance and insulation in aircraft. Biomedical engineers: Might encounter asbestos in medical equipment or facilities built before the asbestos ban....
Boiler rooms: Engineers working in boiler rooms were often exposed to asbestos used in insulation and fireproofing materials. Commercial buildings: Many commercial buildings contained asbestos in ceiling tiles, flooring, and...
American Biltrite manufactured a variety of asbestos-containing products, including flooring, rubber, and insulation materials. American Cyanamid Company produced asbestos-containing adhesives, coatings, and construction materials. American Standard, Inc. incorporated asbestos in their plumbing, heating,...
Asbestos Cement: Widely used in construction, asbestos cement posed a significant risk to engineers. Asbestos Insulation: Engineers were exposed to asbestos in insulation materials used to prevent heat loss. Asbestos...
According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than two million Americans were employed as engineers in 2018. Engineers apply their expertise in various capacities, including guiding...
Engineers may have come into contact with asbestos at work due to its widespread use in various industries. Asbestos was a common additive in the automotive, construction, power, metalworks, and...
Construction workers are at risk from asbestos in:Ceiling tiles were widely used for their durability and fire resistance. Asbestos cement, known for its strength, poses a risk when cut or sanded...
Construction workers in the United States, numbering approximately 8.1 million in 2023, face significant occupational hazards, particularly from asbestos exposure. Despite increased awareness and regulatory measures, these workers continue to...
Construction workers were often exposed to asbestos materials while on the job. Many building materials contained asbestos in the past due to its durability and heat resistance. These asbestos products...
Construction workers: Often exposed to asbestos through insulation and building materials during construction, renovation, and demolition projects. Engineers: Risk exposure when working on older buildings or machinery containing asbestos insulation...