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Asbestos Still Takes Thousands of Lives Every Year

Think twice about asbestos. In Australia, asbestos-related diseases contributes to an estimated 4,000 deaths each year because of past workplace exposure. That’s triple the road toll.

There is no known safe level of exposure to asbestos. If asbestos needs to be removed before you start work, use a licensed asbestos removalist. The law may prevent you from removing asbestos yourself and, if you are allowed, you must follow strict safety precautions.

Find out more at our website.
https://www.asbestossafety.gov.au/

 

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