Asbestos was a commonly used insulator due to its low cost and performance. The material could be used to insulate buildings between office floors or in the adhesive that held down the tile flooring. As buildings are being updated through remodeling or materials are wearing out, a hazardous environment could be created for the employees. Microscopic particles could become suspended in the air and inhaled by an unknowing and unprotected employee that could develop long term health problems.
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