Asbestos is a material that was widely used in the construction industry until it was banned in 1999 due to newly discovered health concerns. Asbestos has now been proven to be extremely dangerous to our health and is responsible for nearly 5,000 deaths every year.
The handling and disposal of asbestos has, therefore, become heavily regulated to safeguard those against the serious health risks and dangers that it poses.
Asbestos can cause the following fatal and serious diseases:
Asbestosis
Asbestosis relates to pulmonary fibrosis which translates into laymen terms as lung scarring. The sever scarring condition is a result of heavy exposure to asbestos over many years. The condition has the same effect of a scarring of the lungs caused by smoking; including shortness of breath and fatigue
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma is a cancer that affects the lining of the lungs and the lining that surrounds the lower digestive tract. This type of cancer is almost exclusively related to asbestos exposure and it is almost always fatal.
Asbestos-related lung cancer
This type of cancer can is strikingly similar, and can often get confused with lung cancer that is caused by smoking. It’s estimated that there is around one lung cancer for every mesothelioma death.
As a result of the fatal side effects and consequences of improper handling of asbestos waste, it is crucial that it is dealt with and disposed of safely by a licensed asbestos professional.
With our vast collective knowledge and expertise from within the asbestos industry we are able to provide a service specific to your project needs and in a safe manner.
Our nationwide 24 hour, 7 days a week service guarantees to provide you with a quick and effective asbestos waste solution. If you’d like to enquire about our asbestos removal services, contact a member of our team today on 01924 476 235
