Did you know asbestos is capable of causing cancer?
The most common asbestos-related cancer is mesothelioma that is formed on the thin protective tissue that covers the lungs and abdomen. In BC, workers’ deaths due to asbestos exposure increased almost 20% from 2005 to 2014, and from all work-related deaths in 2014, asbestos represents 45% according to Work Safe BC. These numbers are expected to grow because after asbestos exposure it can take between 20 to 50 years to develop mesothelioma or other diseases from the deadly asbestos removal.
During renovation and demolition projects of commercial buildings and residential homes is when asbestos is typically exposed. Asbestos is so deadly because it can be found in almost everything, from finishes of walls and ceilings to drywall and flooring in construction built until 1990. But the problem also goes to recent admission of government officials of the utilization of the carcinogen when renovating federal buildings. And even when Work Safe BC has an entire web page about the hidden killer, asbestos, and the government is trying to abate asbestos, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) news agency disclosed that the installation of asbestos cement pipes in government buildings have been on the rise.
Mesothelioma, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related diseases should be taken seriously by the government, businesses and homeowners. Nowadays it is known that workplace exposure to asbestos is the number one cause of workers fatalities in Canada due to the lack of education and improper handling of asbestos-containing materials while removing and disposing of it. Asbestos has been banned in more that 50 countries, including the whole European Union, but in Canada, government officials argue that under controlled conditions asbestos can be used safely, and has not been forbidden. The Globe and Mail reported that in 2015 the millionaire Canadian asbestos industry exported 96% of the mineral to developing countries.
With a proper management of the exposure risks, the mortalities and chronic diseases caused by the deadly asbestos removal can be stopped. Protect your health and the health of your family or workers, whether you have the suspicion of having asbestos at your home or business. At A&D Demolition and Asbestos Removal, we are a team of professionals with over 10 years of industry background. If you have a renovation project in mind and are unsure of how to handle it properly, you can rely on our experience to handle any situation of demolition and asbestos removal, eliminating any risk in the process. Your safety is our number one responsibility, and we offer a quality job at a reasonable price. We take care of every step from demolition to transport and disposal of all waste and hazardous materials. Our experience enables us to do a hassle free demotion project without any environmental issues. Contact us for a free on-site quote!