Homeowners should be wary of asbestos risk
Some homeowners will attempt do-it-yourself renovations in their homes this winter, but before the sledgehammers swing, they should consider testing for asbestos.
In a survey conducted by the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board in 2017, 88 per cent of Saskatchewan residents didn’t think they were at risk for asbestos exposure. Kevin Mooney, director of prevention with WCB said the danger is very real.
“Asbestos-related diseases are the leading causes of workplace deaths in Saskatchewan. Even over the last 10 years, 25 per cent of all workplace-related deaths were from asbestos exposure.” Mooney said.
He added that most people live in a house that could contain asbestos.