{"id":14701,"date":"2023-09-04T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-04T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=14701"},"modified":"2023-09-01T20:14:21","modified_gmt":"2023-09-02T02:14:21","slug":"asbestos-work-license","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/es\/asbestos-blog\/asbestos-work-license\/","title":{"rendered":"Asbestos Worker License"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>To be a properly trained asbestos professional and obtain accreditation, one must be trained in a state -provided training program or by a provider that offers Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-approved courses which follow the Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns align_center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center fs_200 color_red\">!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>If you believe that you were exposed to asbestos, even as a child, speak to a healthcare provider about tests and screening to help diagnose lung-scarring and screen for <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-injuries\"><strong>asbestos-related diseases<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-licensing-for-asbestos-workers-require\">What does licensing for asbestos workers require?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\">Asbestos abatement in most states requires certain education and training.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be sure your asbestos abatement professional is licensed and up to date on required methods and knowledge.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most states require a license to perform asbestos work. A certificate of course completion is needed to apply for a license. There are five disciplines of asbestos training. They are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> Asbestos Abatement Supervisor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Asbestos Abatement Worker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inspector<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Management Planner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Designer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"642\" class=\"wp-image-14622\" style=\"width: 1800px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos 1910 3 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-3-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Nearly every building constructed before the mid-1980s contained asbestos products and building materials.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"642\" class=\"wp-image-14623\" style=\"width: 1800px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos 1910 2 article body\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Image-Asbestos-1910-2-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-importance-of-a-licensed-asbestos-removal-company\">Importance of a &#8216;Licensed&#8217; Asbestos Removal Company<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Those who come into contact with asbestos often develop life-threatening conditions like lung, ovarian, kidney, and thyroid cancer as well as asbestosis and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/14737140.2020.1745067\">mesothelioma<\/a>. Ignoring the risks in a home or other building is not wise. Trying to remediate without professional help or the proper training is equally as dangerous.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3 style=\"color:#333333 !important\">&#8220;The overall evidence suggests there is <span style=\"color:#976e2e\">no safe level<\/span> of <span style=\"color:#976e2e\">asbestos exposure<\/span>.\u201d<\/h3>\n                            <p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Cancer Institute\n<\/a> (NIH)<sup>1<\/sup><\/p>\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">With asbestos on your property, don\u2019t hide your head in the sand (or paint).<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Painting over asbestos-containing materials, tearing them out of walls, or burying them is not illegal. Still, it is not proper remediation and can expose the owner of the building to health and legal issues.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-to-get-asbestos-out-of-the-air\"> Proper techniques,<\/a> tools, and protective equipment are crucial in preventing accidental exposure to anyone in the area. Professionals are trained to remove asbestos from the vicinity properly. When hiring a remediation company, it\u2019s important to ask for the company\u2019s credentials to prevent a disaster.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #976e2e;color: white !important;text-align:center;\"><strong><strong><strong>Asbestos has no taste or smell.<\/span><strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #000000;color: white !important;text-align:center;\"><strong><strong><strong>You may not know you\u2019re breathing it.<\/span><strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1430\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Image-Asbestos-Stonemasons2-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos Stonemasons2 article body\" class=\"wp-image-14052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Image-Asbestos-Stonemasons2-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Image-Asbestos-Stonemasons2-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Image-Asbestos-Stonemasons2-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Image-Asbestos-Stonemasons2-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1430px) 100vw, 1430px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-investment-in-hiring-an-asbestos-removal-contractor\">The Investment in Hiring an Asbestos Removal Contractor<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>There is no sugarcoating the fact that asbestos removal is expensive. While removing or encapsulating asbestos on your own can save as much as $75 to $200 per hour, it is not recommended, and the cost of improper removal can far outweigh any savings in the long run. Moreover, some local ordinances restrict or ban DIY asbestos removal altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asbestos work is dangerous and requires the proper safety equipment, sealant, a HEPA vacuum, and a means of properly disposing of it. All these things add to the safety risk and expenses. Asbestos abatement is costly, but hiring an asbestos removal company saves hassle, time, and severe health risks.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #976e2e;color: white !important;\"><strong><strong><strong>Several health studies have shown that the <span style=\"color:#E6B8AF\">spouses of asbestos workers<\/span> are at an elevated level of risk for asbestos illnesses like <span style=\"color:#E6B8AF\">lung cancer.<\/span><sup> 2 <\/sup><sup>3 <\/sup><sup>4 <\/sup><sup>5<\/sup><strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regulations on the removal of asbestos and licensing to complete this work can vary by state.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But there are important federal regulations about asbestos to know as well.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Strict laws regulate the demolition, encapsulation, demolish, and disposal of asbestos. Hiring a professional protects against potential violations. Asbestos is a carcinogen and DIYers can easily inhale fibers. Most people do not have proper PPE equipment and a commercial HEPA vacuum. Removal contractors have these things handy, are familiar with the local and state laws and have the required permits and licenses to do the work safely and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3>\u201cSome asbestos fibers may bypass\u2026your body\u2019s natural defenses\u2026and lodge deep within your lungs. Those fibers can remain in place for a very long time and may never be removed.\u201d<\/h3>\n                            <p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lung.org\/clean-air\/at-home\/indoor-air-pollutants\/asbestos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Lung Association\n<\/a><\/p>\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-health-contamination-risks\">Health Contamination Risks<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Asbestos exposure typically occurs when people breathe air in workplaces that use or make asbestos. Buildings containing asbestos can have fibers in the air when renovated or torn down. Serious<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-learning-center\/medical-history-of-asbestos\"> cancer and lung problems<\/a> can develop due to asbestos exposure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural disasters like tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, and wildfires can damage materials containing asbestos, leading to nearby residents, cleanup crews, and first responders being exposed to airborne fibers. The amount of asbestos released into the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/could-a-fire-in-a-building-with-asbestos-expose-people-nearby-to-asbestos\"> air during a fire<\/a> is relatively low, however, clumps of debris that linger after the fact can increase the likelihood of exposure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #84200d;color: white !important;text-align:center;\"><strong><strong><strong>\u201cAll forms of asbestos are carcinogenic to humans.\u201d<\/span><sup> 6 <\/sup><strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-legal-liability-risks-to-landlord\">Legal Liability Risks to Landlord<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Typically, a landlord is legally responsible for making a building or dwelling reasonably safe for tenants. They should be aware of possible asbestos exposure and eradicate the issue if needed. Defendants in<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/can-someone-sue-for-secondhand-asbestos-exposure\"> property owner negligence claims<\/a> may receive compensation for injuries, emotional distress, and other noneconomic losses as a result of living in a space with asbestos.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before compensation is awarded, a lawyer must prove lack of adequate care or negligence with credible and convincing evidence. The burden of asbestos exposure proof is relatively easy. Most lawyers can establish proof based on the nature of the injury or accident as well as through permits and other building records.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3>\u201cGenerally, those who develop asbestos-related diseases show no signs of illness for a long time after exposure.\u201d<\/h3>\n                            <p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Cancer Institute\n<\/a> (NIH)<sup>7<\/sup><\/p>\n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, assumption of risk is a common defense in insurance claims. A property owner is not legally responsible if a victim voluntarily assumes a known risk. Any structure built before 1980 likely contains asbestos, and while landlords should take steps to prevent contamination, contracts may explicitly specify this risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1430\" height=\"510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Asbestos-License-article-body.jpg\" alt=\"Image Asbestos License article body\" class=\"wp-image-14703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Asbestos-License-article-body.jpg 1430w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Asbestos-License-article-body-540x193.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Asbestos-License-article-body-768x274.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Image-Asbestos-License-article-body-18x6.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1430px) 100vw, 1430px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-real-estate-transactions\">Real Estate Transactions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>A real estate transaction may require an evaluation that tests for asbestos and removal if discovered. A lender may require<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-an-asbestos-audit-and-when-is-it-necessary\"> an asbestos audit<\/a> assessing environmental liabilities that could impair a borrower&#8217;s ability to make payments or damage their credit rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parties who wish to put a property on the market may conduct an asbestos audit to make informed decisions or evaluate possible risks. Depending on the location, some states require inspection, disclosure, and removal. Mass abatement was done<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/health-and-safety-tips-asbestos-advice-for-schools\"> in many schools<\/a> due to the presence of asbestos, for example.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"boxtextnew\" style=\"border: 1px solid #000;\">\n    <div class=\"row p-5\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            <table>\n                <tbody>\n                    <tr>\n                        <td>\n                            <h3 style=\"color:#333333 !important\"><span style=\"color:#84200d\">Smokers<\/span> exposed to <span style=\"color:#84200d\">asbestos<\/span> are up to <span style=\"color:#84200d\">50 times<\/span> more likely to develop <span style=\"color:#84200d\">lung cancer<\/span> <\/span> than nonsmokers who aren\u2019t exposed.<sup>8<\/sup><\/h3>\n                           \n                        <\/td>\n                    <\/tr>\n                <\/tbody>\n            <\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-testing-for-asbestos\">Testing for Asbestos<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Using a licensed and qualified expert is the best and safest way to conduct asbestos testing. Experts closely follow EPA safety guidelines for collecting samples, abatement, and disposal. Extracted samples are sent to a specialized asbestos analysis lab. There are asbestos testing kits available for DIYers as well. The instructions need to be followed to the letter in order to minimize harm.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"block_ward_blog my-4\">       \n        <p class=\"title\">Do You Qualify For Compensation?<\/p>\n        <p class=\"description\">Quickly and easily find out how you were exposed by searching W.A.R.D., the largest asbestos database on the planet.<\/p>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/worldwide-asbestos-research-database\/\" class=\"btn\">FREE SEARCH &gt; <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-risks-of-abatement-work\">Risks of Abatement Work &nbsp;<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>The easiest, safest method of asbestos removal is hiring an asbestos abatement company. They have the experience, specialized tools, and materials to remove it. Asbestos is linked to various respiratory diseases and cancers. If not working with a licensed contractor, it\u2019s necessary to take several precautions when attempting to touch anything that may contain asbestos, such as:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wearing a face mask to prevent inhaling asbestos fibers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Covering any exposed skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wearing disposable old clothes and gloves.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Putting bags over shoes or wearing shoes that can be thrown away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wetting the asbestos to prevent it from becoming airborne.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweeping asbestos into bags designed specifically for its removal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double sealing these bags.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wetting the area again to flush any remaining particles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Taking the bags of asbestos to a particular landfill made for its disposal. Calling a professional to haul it away is the best way to ensure it\u2019s not placed with regular waste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #976e2e;color: white !important;text-align:center;\"><strong><strong><strong>Sharing a home or vehicle with someone wearing asbestos-tainted clothing puts you at risk of asbestos-related diseases.<\/span><sup> 9 <\/sup><strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><\/pre>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-danger-to-employees\">Danger to Employees<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/sources-of-asbestos-exposure\/occupational-exposure\">Certain occupations<\/a>, such as construction workers or factory, refinery, foundry, or shipyard employees, may be exposed to asbestos hazards. Workers who renovate and demolish older buildings are also at risk.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asbestos&#8217;s durability and heat resistance made it useful in<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/how-can-you-test-if-your-home-has-asbestos-in-the-heating-system\"> HVAC installation<\/a> before the 1980s. It was used in piping insulation, door gaskets, air duct covers, boilers, and oil and coal-burning furnaces. Due to the number of areas subject to asbestos exposure risk, it is best to call a professional to prevent health issues later.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><table class=\"has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><br><strong>Over $30 Billion is still available<\/strong><br><sub>(No lawsuit. No fees unless you receive money. No risk.)<br><\/sub><br><br><strong>Stake your claim.<\/strong><br><br><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"45\" class=\"wp-image-13721\" style=\"width: 300px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Asbestos-Claims.png\" alt=\"Logo Asbestos Claims\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Asbestos-Claims.png 650w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Asbestos-Claims-540x81.png 540w, https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Logo-Asbestos-Claims-18x3.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another area of widespread use of asbestos was in roofing. Any siding, underlayment, or shingles manufactured before the mid-1980s may contain harmful asbestos. Removing moss from asbestos<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/is-removing-moss-from-an-asbestos-garage-roof-dangerous\"> garage roofing<\/a> is dangerous. There are also risks for<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/asbestos-exposure-and-drywall-workers-risks-and-prevention\"> drywall workers<\/a>. Workers should wear protective clothing when working around known or potential asbestos exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"padding: 15px;border: 1px solid;border-bottom: 0;margin: 0;background: #999999;color: white !important;\"><strong><strong><strong>The health risks of asbestos exposure can include:<strong><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular border-table-full\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Mesothelioma: <\/strong>cancer of the mesothelium, the thin layer of tissue surrounding the body\u2019s organs. This cancer is only known to be caused by asbestos exposure.<\/td><td><strong>Lung cancer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Laryngeal cancer:<\/strong> cancer of the larynx (section of the throat called the voicebox)<\/td><td><strong>Ovarian cancer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Stomach cancer<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Colon cancer<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Pharyngeal cancer<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5882659\/\"><strong>Asbestosis<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> a chronic lung disease associated with asbestos exposure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Atelectasis<\/strong> (collapsed lung)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pleural effusion<\/strong> (collection of fluid around the lungs)<\/td><td><strong>Pericardial effusion<\/strong> (collection of fluid around the heart)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-asbestos-certification-process\">Asbestos Certification Process<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>There is a high demand for asbestos remediation making this a potentially lucrative career.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/asbestos-remediation-the-importance-of-licensing\"> things you must do<\/a> to become certified in asbestos work.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take EPA-approved courses for the type of asbestos work you wish to do and achieve certification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for a license.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain an insurance policy in case of a mishap during the removal process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure you have all of the proper safety equipment readily available to do the job.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If done properly, asbestos abatement can be a well-paying business.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are plenty of older structures requiring remediation or removal that need licensed contractors to do the job. Following the proper protocols and maintaining necessary equipment and gear can ensure this line of work is also safe and rewarding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns background_pampas is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column p-4 mx-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-asbestosclaims-law\">AsbestosClaims.Law<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-0\">At <a href=\"http:\/\/asbestosclaims.law\">AsbestosClaims.Law<\/a>, our mission to secure compensation for asbestos victims is more than professional; it&#8217;s personal.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our founder, Justinian C. Lane, understands the devastating impacts of asbestos firsthand.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both his grandparents and father, all asbestos workers, passed away from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/malignant-injuries\/\">asbestos-induced cancers <\/a>without realizing their eligibility for asbestos lawsuits or other forms of compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We aim to prevent such tragic oversights by informing and guiding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-symptoms-and-treatment\/asbestos-related-diseases\/non-malignant-injuries\/\">victims<\/a> and their families through their legal options.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or your loved ones have suffered as a result of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/sources-of-asbestos-exposure\/\">asbestos exposure<\/a>, you could be eligible for considerable compensation. These funds could provide for medical treatments, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/\">asbestos<\/a> removal services, and safeguard your health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\/what-are-asbestos-trusts\/\">asbestos trusts<\/a> offer compensation without the need for a lawsuit, providing a quicker, simpler path to justice.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-trusts\/asbestos-claims\/\">Reach out<\/a> to us at <a href=\"http:\/\/help@asbestosclaims.law\">help@asbestosclaims.law<\/a> or (206) 455-9190 for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/asbestos-litigation-attorney\/\">assistance with your claim<\/a>. We offer compassionate listening, clear explanations, and we don&#8217;t charge a dime unless we win your case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beyond <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-blog\/what-is-second-hand-asbestos-exposure-and-is-it-dangerous\/?highlight=second%20hand\">legal claims<\/a>, we also advise on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/veterans-disability-claims\/\">veterans&#8217; disability<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/social-security-disability\/\">social security<\/a>, and employment protection like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims-mesothelioma-claims\/workers-compensation\/\">workers&#8217; compensation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/fela-claims\">FELA<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/asbestos-claims\/maritime-claims\/\">The Jones Act<\/a> for maritime workers.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no risk or cost to connect with our experienced team about your rights. Our commitment to your well-being means no fees unless you receive compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#fefefe\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>For further queries or concerns about asbestos, explore our website and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@asbestosclaimslaw\">YouTube page<\/a>, featuring infographics, videos, and answers to common questions on asbestos-related topics.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We\u2019ve also introduced <a href=\"https:\/\/ward.asbestosclaims.law\/\">W.A.R.D.<\/a>, the Worldwide Asbestos Research Database. It\u2019s the most comprehensive resource for asbestos-related information.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>W.A.R.D. assists in pinpointing potential exposure scenarios, asbestos-containing products, and can indicate the types and potential amounts of compensation you may be entitled to receive.<br>Don\u2019t delay \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asbestosclaims.law\/about-us\/contact-us\/\">get in touch<\/a> with us today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.7rem;margin-top: -30px;\">\n<span style=\"padding-bottom: 10px;display:block;\"><b>Scholarly Reference:<\/b> Full article: Asbestos-related cancers: the \u2018Hidden Killer\u2019 remains a global threat (tandfonline.com)<\/span>\n\n1 National Cancer Institute (NIH), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Asbestos Fact Sheet.<\/a>\n<br>\n\n\n2 Ferrante, D., Bertolotti, M., Todesco, A., Mirabelli, D., Terracini, B. and Magnani, C., 2007.<a href=\"https:\/\/ehp.niehs.nih.gov\/doi\/pdf\/10.1289\/ehp.10195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Cancer mortality and incidence of mesothelioma in a cohort of wives of asbestos workers in Casale Monferrato, Italy.<\/a> Environmental Health Perspectives, 115(10), pp.1401-1405.\n<br>\n\n3 Miller, A., 2005. Mesothelioma in household members of asbestos\u2010exposed workers: 32 United States cases since 1990. American journal of industrial medicine, 47(5), pp.458-462.\n<br>\n\n4 Reid, A., Heyworth, J., De Klerk, N. and Musk, A.W., 2008.<a href=\"https:\/\/citeseerx.ist.psu.edu\/viewdoc\/download?doi=10.1.1.892.6067&#038;rep=rep1&#038;type=pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> The mortality of women exposed environmentally and domestically to blue asbestos at Wittenoom, Western Australia.<\/a> Occupational and environmental medicine, 65(11), pp.743-749.\n<br>\n\n5 \u0130\u015ften, B.H.S.T.O. and Maruziyetler, E.T., 2021. Exposures Moved from Work to Home as a Public Health Hazard.\n<br>\n\n6 <a href=\"https:\/\/europepmc.org\/books\/nbk304375\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Arsenic, metals, fibres, and dusts.<\/a> IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. 2012 ;100(Pt C):11-465. PMID: 23189751.\n<br>\n\n\n7 National Cancer Institute (NIH), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/about-cancer\/causes-prevention\/risk\/substances\/asbestos\/asbestos-fact-sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Asbestos Fact Sheet.<\/a>\n<br>\n\n7 Klebe, S., Leigh, J., Henderson, D.W. and Nurminen, M., 2020. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1660-4601\/17\/1\/258\/pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Asbestos, smoking and lung cancer: an update. <\/a> International journal of environmental research and public health, 17(1), p.258.\n<br>\n\n\n10 Anua, S.M., Semple, S., Shakri, S.F.M., Safuan, S., Mazlan, N. and Asri, A.A.M., 2019.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.semanticscholar.org\/paper\/A-review-of-the-take-home-exposure-pathway-of-Anua-Semple\/1ea8e61e250d40647b458ed2f4f91e375021613e#:~:text=Expand-,View%20PDF,-Save%20to%20Library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> A review of the take-home exposure pathway of workplace hazards<\/a>. 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