Asbestos Abatement

What is Asbestos?

Asbestos is the fibrous form of several minerals and hydrous silicates of magnesium. Asbestos fibers are nonflammable and do not make for a good heat conductor. Because of its attributes, asbestos has been used to make a wide variety of products, including insulation products for commercial and industrial buildings.

Effects of being exposed to Asbestos:

Exposure to asbestos fibers and dust can cause a disease of the lungs due to the inhalation of asbestos particles. This disease is called asbestosis. If there is continued exposure to asbestos fibers and dust, cancer and mesothelioma are the typical result. Because of the disastrous results due to the exposure of asbestos, numerous laws have been provided in the United States that limit the use of asbestos. Most of the laws were passed beginning in 1960, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

Do I need asbestos abatement services?

Most larger companies employ F. Scott Industries to perform asbestos abatement for the following reasons:

• asbestos abatement appreciates land / property value
• alleviates any hazards to employees / personnel
• compliance with state and federal regulations
• protect themselves from future lawsuits

For more information our asbestos abatement services, go to one of the following sections:

• Asbestos Abatement Services
• Safety Qualifications
• Asbestos Abatement Licenses & Certificates
• Asbestos Abatement Clientele
• Asbestos Abatement

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