Asbestos is a dangerous carcinogenic substance that can cause serious health problems when inhaled or ingested. When asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are disturbed or damaged, they release tiny fibers into the air, which if inhaled, can lodge in the lungs and cause various diseases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and pleural thickening.

Asbestos is a hazardous substance that must be handled with care by trained and accredited professionals. Asbestos disposal requires specific procedures and equipment to ensure that the substance is safely removed and doesn't pose a threat to human health or the environment. Failure to do so can result in serious consequences.