Firefighters' Asbestos Exposure: A Hidden Crisis
Update: 2025-12-10
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Asbestos Exposure: A Hidden Danger for Firefighters - This podcast episode delves into the serious health concern of mesothelioma, a terminal cancer caused by asbestos exposure, among firefighters. Three former firefighters share their experiences, highlighting the lack of protection and awareness in their profession. Despite the risks, similar practices continue today, with concerns over inadequate personal protective equipment and contamination. The Fire Brigades Unions decontamination campaign and the call for a national digital asbestos register are discussed as potential solutions.
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