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...
by Axis Response Group | Feb 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Asbestos is a very sensitive and dangerous material. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), there is no such thing as a ‘safe level’ of asbestos exposure. An improper handling and disposal...
by Axis Response Group | Jan 9, 2022 | Asbestos
Asbestos is a substance that’s known to have harmful effects when inhaled or when in contact with your skin. In fact, it has been proven that prolonged asbestos exposure can cause damage to your lung tissue, which can potentially result in lung cancer. With that said,...
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