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Diseases Caused By Engineers' Exposure to Asbestos

Exposure to asbestos is the most common cause of lung diseases, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. Your risk of developing these diseases is directly proportional to the amount and longevity of exposure. That being the case, engineers are a group of people who carry the largest risk of developing asbestos-related fatal diseases.

Asbestos and Locomotive Engineers

Locomotive engineers operate and run large trains carrying cargo. They also test the mechanical condition of the locomotives and perform minor on-the-spot repairs. Due to its high thermal resistance, asbestos was a common material in locomotive parts including fireproofing upholstery and lagging carriages.

Asbestos and Marine engineers

Marine engineers who travel in large vessels are often required to work in boiler rooms and engine rooms. Asbestos was used for insulation in heavy-duty boilers and steam pipes.

Asbestos and Construction engineers

In the 1900s, asbestos was widely used in building and construction materials. It was used to make fireproof floor tiles, roof tiles, dry walls, and fireproof doors etc. In the past, construction engineers were involved in building and construction activities. Today, they are actively involved in demolition and maintenance work. Asbestos becomes lethal when it becomes frayed or damaged and construction engineers are exposed to these dangerous free-floating fibers when they work in the vicinity.

Asbestos and Electric and Electronic Engineers

Asbestos is a poor conductor of electricity. This, along with its high thermal resistance, made it ideal for use in electric wire insulation, portable electric appliances, electric blankets, and electrical wires for shipping, to name a few. Many engineers are exposed to asbestos dust during the course of reclamation projects.

In addition to the above, industrial engineers, mechanical engineers, and sales engineers are also exposed to asbestos in the course of their day-to-day activities. Many of these workers carry home lethal asbestos dust on their clothes and body, thus putting family members at risk.

If your work as an engineer brings you into contact with products containing asbestos,  contact a competent lawyer immediately.

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