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Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk Guide

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What are asbestos fibers and asbestos? Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring, fibrous minerals. Asbestos was widely used in previous years in building materials. Unfortunately, research has shown that asbestos fibers can cause major breathing problems as well as *cancer. These old, brittle asbestos products can also release tiny, even microscopic, fibers. These fibers can remain suspended in the air and enter the lungs of individuals when they inhale around the areas where the fibers have been released. These hazardous, airborne asbestos fibers are not easily detected because they have no odor or taste. Because of the health risks, the federal government has banned the use of asbestos in certain products, but it can still be used in some others deemed to have controlled the risk through the manufacturing process.  What are some common sources of asbestos? You are probably wondering where asbestos can actually be found, indoors. Asbestos can be found in deteriorating, damaged, or agitated materials — in… Read More »Asbestos Exposure and Cancer Risk Guide

Protect your Family from Sources of Lead

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Lead from paint, dust, and soil in and around your business or home could be dangerous if not found and dealt with properly to remove lead paint.  This page provides information about potential sources of lead in: Older homes and buildings Soil, yards, and playgrounds Dust Products Drinking water Jobs and hobbies Folk remedies Is your Home or Business Old Enough to be a Lead Hazard? If your home or business was built before 1978, it’s more likely to have lead-based paint. 1978 is when the U.S. federal government banned consumer uses of lead-based paint, but some states were able to ban it earlier. The truth is that lead paint is still present in millions of homes, sometimes under layers of more paint. If the paint is in good shape, the lead paint is usually not a problem. However, if the lead-based paint is deteriorating (peeling, chipping, chalking, cracking, damaged, or damp) is most certainly a hazard and needs immediate… Read More »Protect your Family from Sources of Lead

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