OSHA: Shipbreaking Work Contains Asbestos Risk

Read the OSHA fact sheet about the hazardous work conditions in the shipbreaking process. In dismantling a ship, workers can be exposed to dangerous carcinogens such as asbestos.

Hazardous Work Conditions:

• Inadequate worker training.
• Lack of or improper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Inadequate fire protection measures.
• Lack of appropriate emergency response, rescue, and first-aid personnel and services.

Courtesy of OSHA

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