Asbestos Awareness for Schools

Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring silicate mineral fibers that have been used extensively in thermal insulation products, building materials, and vehicle brakes and clutches. Despite many of its desired unique properties in commercial and industrial uses, it has been determined that sustained exposure to elevated concentrations of airborne asbestos can lead to serious and potentially fatal health conditions. Some of these conditions can take 20 years or more to develop. Therefore, early detection and avoidance of asbestos is vital. This course describes what asbestos is, the hazards it presents, and how best to protect yourself.

Asbestos Awareness for Schools

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Author | Joelle Scheldorf

Joelle is a Chemical Engineer with a BS from the University of Washington and an MS from the University of Idaho. She worked as a Process Engineer at an integrated pulp and paper mill, an Instructor at the University of Washington, and a WinGEMS Simulation Software Engineer and Trainer before joining Convergence Training in 2006.

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