Plumbers & Pipefitters: Hidden Risks of Asbestos Exposure
Key Takeaways Plumbers and pipefitters were among the most heavily exposed tradesmen — asbestos was in the very materials they handled daily, including pipe insulation, cement, joint compounds, gaskets, and valve components. The highest exposure occurred in confined spaces — crawlspaces, basements, ship engine rooms, and boiler houses — where poor ventilation allowed asbestos dust […]
