Accident reporting procedures must be followed at all workplaces. Air quality control is crucial to prevent health hazards. Alcohol consumption poses risks to both workers and colleagues. Confined spaces require special attention due to limited access
Mesothelioma is a malignant tumor of mesothelium, 90% arising from pleura. Lifetime risk is 10%, with 40-80% of patients having asbestos exposure history. Most cases occur in males, with latent period of 20-35 years. Main causative fibers are crocidolite, with mining and construction as main sources
EU SRR and HKC regulate ship recycling for vessels over 500 GT. EU SRR entered force in 2013, HKC in 2009. EU flagged vessels must comply by December 31, 2020
Asbestos is classified as Group 1 carcinogenic by WHO. WHO estimates over 100,000 asbestos-related deaths annually. Over 100 countries still manufacture asbestos products
Founded in 1887 in Palmyra, New York by Olin J. Garlock. Now a subsidiary of Enpro Company with 1,887 employees globally. Operates 14 facilities in twelve countries
Chrysotile is the most common form of asbestos, accounting for 95% in US. It is a soft, fibrous silicate mineral with formula Mg3(Si2O5)(OH)4. Three polytypes exist, with clinochrysotile being most common. Fibers are 0.1-1 μm in diameter, with individual fibrils 0.02-0.03 μm