California Mesothelioma Victims

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Asbestos Exposure in California

Exposed to Asbestos at your Job?
Have you been wrongfully exposed to asbestos at your job? See a list with the most common jobs where exposure happened.
Asbestos Companies in CA
Asbestos companies need to follow certain rules and regulations and protect employees of asbestos exposure.
Asbestos Mines in California
See a list with asbestos mines through out California state. Have you worked in a mine and have health problems?
Buildings with Asbestos in CA
Older buildings may contain dangerous asbestos levels. See a list with the oldest buildings from California that could have exposed you to asbestos.
Schools with Asbestos in CA
See a list with the schools in California may contain asbestos. Stay informed about asbestos dangers!
California Asbestos Landfills
See a list with landfills containing asbestos throughout California. Landfills located close to residential areas may affect your health!
Naturally Occurring Asbestos in California Areas
Asbestos is a dangerous mineral that develops under certain conditions. See a list with all the areas and sites where asbestos is naturally occurring!

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Schools with Asbestos in California

As mentioned in other articles, a lot of buildings in the state of California contain asbestos in a friable form (insulation wool, to be exact). Some of these buildings are schools built prior to the 1970’s, when asbestos was banned from general public use.

Who is responsible for asbestos in schools?

The answer is the government, and the state of California. Asbestos exposure in schools is causing 80 to 100 deaths per year in the entire country, meaning that the government should step in and hire asbestos contractors to remove and renovate the buildings in which classes are held constantly. Asbestos fibers can cause other issues, so even the student didn’t get exposed to a high dosage of asbestos, he or she can develop an asbestos related condition.

Statistics and facts

Here are some statistics regarding asbestos in Californian schools:

  • The total amount needed to remove asbestos from all schools in the state is estimated to 3,4 million dollars (this was established in 2006, it may have changed since then)
  • There have been several deaths caused by asbestos in schools in the last few years
  • Not willing to wait for the government to do something, a student community has asked their parents to raise the money needed to remove asbestos from their school
  • The EPA has issued management plans and regulations for schools that have the highest risk level
  • The requirements are simple, receive funding towards removing asbestos materials and replacing them with non asbestos ones

Besides asbestos, around schools you can also find all sorts of other toxic materials, such as pesticides and hazardous PCB compounds that also require abatement or removal.

Towards the removal of asbestos in schools, we recommend parents to form a comity that should raise funds, hire a company and have the job done. Emergency response to this matter will certainly cost a lot less compared to a full mesothelioma treatment in California, as we all know, cancer treatment options include very expensive chemotherapy cycles.

The local education should hold a few classes explaining to pupils and students how the naturally occurring asbestos could attack you internal organs and develop mesothelioma. This could help the children avoid contact with asbestos products, and keep them safe.

Do not hesitate to contact California mesothelioma organization whenever you require further assistance with the matter, because we will be glad to help with information and advice. Remember, asking for information will not cost a thing.