by Axis Response Group | Oct 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Asbestos exposure is often talked about in the news as an increasing number of people are being diagnosed with mesothelioma or other asbestos-related illnesses. But what exactly is asbestos exposure, and how can we prevent it from becoming an issue in our work...
by Axis Response Group | Sep 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Asbestos was commonly used in millions of commercial and residential buildings in the United States from the 1940s to the 1970s. But today, many buildings are currently undergoing asbestos abatement projects because the material was found to be harmful to human...
by Axis Response Group | Aug 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Asbestos exposure risks are still relatively high in the United States, despite increased safety measures and awareness of the dangers of asbestos-containing products and materials. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), some occupations carry more...
by Axis Response Group | May 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Because asbestos is durable and non-flammable, it has a long history of use in various construction materials. This includes attic insulation, vinyl floor tiles, some forms of linoleum, window caulking/glazing, siding materials, and much more. Following the...
by Axis Response Group | Apr 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Asbestos was widely used in building materials like drywall, insulation, roofing shingles, and ceiling and floor tiles — with some of these materials containing asbestos up until the 1990s. Airborne asbestos is extremely dangerous as it can lead to chronic conditions...
by Axis Response Group | Mar 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Microscopic in size, asbestos is a fireproof and incredibly durable material. As such, this fibrous silicate mineral was used in countless buildings throughout the United States for decades. Unfortunately, asbestos is also associated with several well-documented...
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