WHAT’S AT STAKE

Asbestos is a dangerous mineral that was commonly used in construction materials in the past. It has been linked to several serious health conditions, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Firefighters are at particular risk of exposure to asbestos because it can be present in buildings and other structures that have been damaged by fire.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

THE DANGERS OF ASBESTOS EXPOSURE FOR FIREFIGHTERS Asbestos is a highly toxic mineral that was widely used in building materials until the 1970s, when its dangers became well-known. When asbestos-containing materials are disturbed, they release microscopic fibers that can be inhaled into the […]