The History of Blue Collar Workers and Asbestos Exposure
Key Takeaways Asbestos was used widely throughout the 20th century because it was durable, cheap, and resistant to heat and corrosion. Blue collar workers in construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding, power generation, and steel production faced regular asbestos exposure on the job. Occupations like electricians, pipefitters, welders, boiler operators, and insulators handled asbestos-containing materials directly. Family members […]
