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Is asbestos still a problem in the world? A current review
Liseane P Thives1, Enedir Ghisi1, Juarez J Thives Júnior2
1Civil Engineering Department, Federal University of Santa Catarina - UFSC, Brazil.
Journal of Environmental Management
|July 21, 2022
Summary
Asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) remain a significant health risk, causing severe diseases. Global asbestos bans are recommended, alongside coordinated management plans and public awareness campaigns, especially in developing nations.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Occupational Health
- Materials Science
Background:
- Asbestos, valued for its unique properties, was widely used across industries.
- Despite bans since the 1980s, asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) persist in older buildings, posing ongoing health risks.
- Exposure to asbestos fibers is linked to serious health issues, including various cancers like mesothelioma.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a comprehensive literature review on asbestos.
- To examine asbestos characteristics, human exposure risks, global regulations, and management strategies.
- To provide an interdisciplinary overview of asbestos use effects.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of research articles from medical and engineering disciplines.
- Analysis of studies on asbestos properties, health impacts, and regulatory status.
- Inclusion of data on asbestos management in the built environment and disposal challenges.
Main Results:
- ACMs continue to cause severe human diseases, particularly where asbestos management is uncoordinated or awareness is low.
- Developing countries may face greater challenges due to delayed bans and inadequate management plans.
- Inadequate disposal of ACM hazardous waste poses a significant exposure risk.
Conclusions:
- A global ban on asbestos is strongly recommended.
- Coordinated asbestos management plans and increased awareness are crucial for mitigating health risks.
- Developing effective methodologies for processing ACMs into inert, recyclable materials is essential.
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