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We encounter different minerals in everyday life. However, it becomes a problem when we get exposed to them in smaller quantities because there’s the chance that they can enter our bodies and cause adverse effects. One good example of a mineral that does this is asbestos. Asbestos is used to strengthen and fireproof building and construction materials. When inhaled, it can cause serious illnesses such as asbestosis and lung cancer. Since it’s a mineral that most people rarely observe, chances are you might have been exposed to asbestos before without knowing. In this article, we list just 5 ways you can be unknowingly exposed to asbestos.
San Diego has been home to a diverse history of thriving construction and manufacturing industries. For decades before asbestos was banned for use worldwide, builders in San Diego used it in nearly all structures they put up. Although the intention behind the material’s use was for practical and, at the time, well-thought reasons, this unexpectedly turned many structures in the city into high-risk areas.
Because of the historical use of such materials, the instances of asbestos exposure and risks of mesothelioma bear a cause of concern for homeowners and workers alike. The city’s asbestos problem, in fact, has worsened rapidly to the point where San Diego has one of the highest rates of mesothelioma incidences in the United States. To add to this, the city also has a significant number of mesothelioma law firms that represent those who have been exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma.
Always Have Safety Precautions in Place
Since lead paint can potentially cause harm to human health, it’s crucial to have safety precautions in place before painting over your lead paint. Here are some of the safety precautions you can do to protect yourself, your home, your family, and on-site workers:
Lay down drop cloths and secure them on the floor with painter’s tape.
Wear gloves, protective clothing, and foot coverings.
Keep children and at-risk adults far from the worksite.
Always wear respiratory protection for lead dust.
Always keep the area as clean as possible.
Try to have a running High-Efficiency Particulate Air Filter (HEPA) during and after the work to filter any lead dust out of the air.
Asbestos-containing building materials, or ACBMs, include but are not limited to the likes of:
• Adhesives
• Finishes
• Fire-proofing
• Flooring
• Installation material
• Roofing products
• Wall and ceiling materials
Testing your home for asbestos before DIY projects should always be the first item on your checklist.
Of course, proper planning has to be done first to ensure that everyone will be doing their part efficiently, but even that is already manageable in the most practical sense. Now, while it may all seem straightforward, you must not forget that some houses were built with asbestos-containing materials as some of their main components.
Generally known as a harmful substance, they are often the cause of lung cancer and asbestosis, two complex diseases that can shorten a person’s lifespan if they’re not careful. If you live in California, the risk is even higher as it is known to have its houses built primarily with asbestos as its main component.
CVE suggests you leave these examples of mold situations to the experts:
• Large Mold Infestations: If the black mold covers a huge area in your home, it would require a more thorough mold remediation; therefore, you need to let professionals take care of it for you.
• Mold from Flood: Home flooding often results in mold because of the excess moisture. Most of the time, homeowners just clean up the water, thinking that it will do the job; however, that’s when the mold will resurface. If the mold or the cause of the flooding isn’t addressed, you could be in for far more serious consequences.
• HVAC System Mold: Mold growth in your HVAC systems can be dangerous because it can spread easily inside the house.
• Wood Mold Growth: If you still want to salvage a part of the wood, then hiring a mold remediation service is helpful. This takes advanced techniques, but it’s more likely you’ll get to salvage the wood.
There are different risk factors of getting an asbestos-related disease:
• Concentration – how much asbestos was in the air you breathe
• Duration – cumulative length of all exposures
•Dose – a combination of concentration and duration
The higher the dose of asbestos you inhale, the higher your risk is of developing an asbestos-related disease. Depending on your susceptibility to asbestos, you may or may not develop such diseases. If you are a cigarette smoker, you have a higher susceptibility to asbestos, resulting in a higher risk of getting ill.
If you think that your property contains asbestos and you’re worried about potential exposure (asbestos does present a health risk and has been linked to potentially fatal illnesses, including mesothelioma and lung cancer), then you’re going to want help from