Mesothelioma and Asbestos

Newton High School in Connecticut has an asbestos problem. The Department of Community Health approved the school’s asbestos abatement project, but some people are unhappy with how the work will be carried out. The two-week asbestos removal began on October 1, while school was in session.

Asbestos was discovered in an exterior wall of the school in the caulk that seals the doors as well as windows. The toxic substance was as well as found in a waterproof part of the building’s foundation as well as in a vapor barrier between the interior as well as exterior masonry.

Certified asbestos abatement professionals possess been hired to total the work, but some members of the community would feel best off incase the work had been done when school was not in session. Air samples were used before as well as during the asbestos removal project, but there is some question about whether or not air sampling would be done when work was completed on October 14.

For the filled story, go to The News-Times.