Cold Storage Facilities and Asbestos Exposure Risks
Key Takeaways Cold storage facilities relied on asbestos for decades — in pipe insulation, refrigeration systems, compressors, boilers, gaskets, and fireproofing materials. Refrigeration technicians, HVAC workers, pipefitters, electricians, and maintenance crews faced the highest exposure risk, especially during repairs, renovations, or insulation replacement. Warehouse employees and supervisors who never touched the equipment could still have […]
