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Mesothelioma is a malignant tumor. It affects the epithelium that lines the lungs, heart or abdomen. This condition affects those who are exposed to asbestos and products that contain the same.
Asbestos is used widely in the building industry, factories and sometimes even in homes since it is non-inflammable, resistant to chemicals and acts as a good insulation. It is a fibrous substance and is commonly used in the form of sheets. In the 1970s, following years of research, a ban was enforced since it was found that asbestos was the cause of cancer. Despite warnings of the dire consequences of using asbestos, the material is still popular because of its extensive applications. The high-risk areas are asbestos factories and the surrounding residential areas.
If you have queries about the material and the health hazards of using asbestos, if you are working in or living near an asbestos manufacturing unit, the best person to address your issues to is an asbestos specialist. He has the authority to publicize the threat the use of asbestos poses to human health. Besides warning people, the consultant will enlighten you on the precautionary measures to be taken to prevent conditions precipitated by the proximity of asbestos. Mesothelioma and other life threatening diseases like asbestosis are directly linked to being exposed to asbestos.
Besides spreading awareness about the ill effects of working in an environment where asbestos is used or manufactured, and advising them about preventive measures, the consultant makes people aware of government strictures on how and where asbestos and products containing the fiber should be used.
These specialists also work closely with the management in factories to implement the laws and strictly abide by them. A series of safety precautions are laid down which are to be followed to the letter. This helps in safeguarding the laborers from contracting diseases as a result of their vulnerability to asbestos.
The consultant is also responsible for inspecting commercial property and residential complexes to locate if and where asbestos or products containing asbestos have been used. When he finds that asbestos has been used, he examines the material to check what state it is in. After a thorough check if he finds that the product is in mint condition, he will leave it as it is, but he will lay down guidelines on how to manage the situation without disturbing the area in and around the asbestos. On the other hand, if he finds that the product is in bad shape and in need of repair, he will instruct you on how to go about the repairs or suggest that the offending sheets of asbestos be removed entirely.
If the latter is recommended, it involves a great deal of expenditure. Moreover, it poses the gravest danger since during the operation, the fibers released are breathed in by those in the vicinity or even ingested by some. This could trigger off diseases of the respiratory organs. Therefore, this operation is resorted to only if all other methods fail. Even if removal is advised, experts should be called in to carry out the procedure.
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