Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in building materials from the 1940s until the 1980s. Asbestos has many useful properties such as fire resistance, insulation, and strength. Unfortunately, asbestos fibers can be released into the air when materials containing asbestos are disturbed, causing serious health problems when inhaled.

Asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestos-related lung diseases can take many years to develop and are often fatal. That is why it is essential to manage asbestos risks and ensure that any asbestos-containing materials are safely removed or encapsulated.