Asbestos has been mined for thousands of years and its effect on people’s health was observed too, but due to its versatility, strength and insulation properties these dangers were ignored and in the later 19th century and early 20th century industrial mining began and the product was incorporated into all kinds of building materials, including insulation and roofing materials.
As long as asbestos is whole and contained it is safe, but once it is broken, cut or torn the fibres that cause lung damage are released. These tiny fibres are easily breathed in by anyone in the area and can result in serious and chronic illness. It is a fact that the biggest danger building workers face is from asbestos removal. In 1999 the UK banned asbestos us and in 2003 a worldwide ban was introduced. To get the best advice on asbestos removal when carrying out flat roof repairs in Lincoln call Allen roofing.