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Workers in many fields may be at risk of developing asbestos-related diseases
Although the use and manufacture of asbestos-containing materials has declined significantly since the 1970s, many US workers may still be at risk for asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma. The exposure may have happened decades ago or it may be ongoing—because mesothelioma has such a slow onset workers often don’t realize their health has been compromised until long after the fact. Here are some of the most common past and present high-risk asbestos disease jobs.
High-Risk Workplaces of the 1950s-1980s
Since asbestos was a common ingredient in many building materials and products for many decades, individuals who were employed in a wide variety of industrial occupations were at risk of exposure….
H2 Environmental has over 11,000 successful projects to its credit and a highly trained and experienced staff.
At H2 Environmental, we’ve been helping clients clean up all kinds of asbestos contamination since 1995. 
We have completed over 11,000 projects encompassing everything from initial asbestos testing to complete teardown and removal of contaminated structures. We’ve been trusted with major contracts such as the initial assessment and oversight of asbestos-containing materials in 53 buildings for the Staples Center Project, but our services are still available to any client large or small. Our skills, experience, and industry connections make us a top-rated asbestos company in Los Angeles…
Sick building syndrome and building related illness are two similar conditions caused by poor indoor air quality
Considering that the average person inhales about 2,300 gallons of air each day, and most adults spend 90 percent of each day indoors, it’s clear that we need to pay attention to our indoor environment. Poor indoor air quality can cause significant health issues, including “sick building syndrome.”
Sick Building Syndrome vs Building Related Illness
According to the EPA, sick building syndrome is a condition in which people experience acute health and comfort issues whenever they spend time in a certain building, but no clear cause can be identified. Possible symptoms include:
- Headache
- Eye, nose, or throat irritation
- Coughing
- Dry or…
