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Asbestos has been used in many products over the years, for example as a strengthening and fire proofing material. See where asbestos is found for more information. It is now widely known that if asbestos is disturbed or deteriorates it releases many tiny fibres which are extremely dangerous to human health when inhaled. If you have had contact with asbestos in the past, either in the workplace or at home then it is possible that you are at risk of contracting one of the diseases often attributed to asbestos exposure such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, emphysema, and pleural plaques.
It is important to realise what asbestos looks like in case you come across it when involved in DIY or at work. Whilst many materials that contain asbestos look just the same as materials that don’t, asbestos itself is quite distinctive.
Asbestos
It is best to treat anything that looks like it may contain asbestos as if it does. If you have any doubts about material you have encountered then it is best to leave it alone unless it has started to break down. In this case it is essential that professional help is sought for proper asbestos removal, immediately.
There are some materials still used in the home today which may contain asbestos. There is a type of insulation called vermiculite insulation which contains asbestos in some instances. See below for a picture.
Vermiculite insulation
Please see below for more pictures of what asbestos looks like
Asbestos fibres
Asbestos dust
Asbestos containing pipe insulation
Raw blue asbestos
Free legal advice regarding asbestos from YouClaim
If you have been exposed to asbestos and are suffering as a result then we want to hear from you. We understand the physical, emotional and financial suffering faced by sufferers of diseases such as mesothelioma and emphysema. We will give you friendly advice and full support throughout the case.
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