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One third of workplace fatalities in #Saskatchewan is still due to asbestos exposure. Despite injury rates declining, workplace deaths remain at the same levels. The deadly legacy of #asbestos continues. Our mission is to raise awareness about the dangers of asbestos exposure.

Asbestos is still present in many buildings. If your home or building was built before 1990, it likely contains asbestos. This week is #AsbestosAwarenessWeek. Take action to learn where asbestos could be hiding and how to protect yourself. ow.ly/WfpX50YAXnU

April 1-7 is asbestos awareness week. Exposure to asbestos can have long term health implications and even lead to death. Access free asbestos resources here to protect yourself at work and at home: ow.ly/ULRv50YAXqR

Just because asbestos is no longer used in building materials in Canada doesn't mean that those materials don't exist in buildings built prior to 1990.

It's #AsbestosAwarenessWeek - Are you aware of the deadly impacts of asbestos exposure? Learn about the health effects of asbestos exposure from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety: ow.ly/6PZi50VqLEP

April 1-7 marks Global Asbestos Awareness Week. When disturbed, asbestos releases tiny fibers into the air that, if inhaled, can get trapped in the lungs for years, leading to serious health risks. Learn more at ow.ly/Po6x50Vssi2

Asbestos is still present in many buildings. Actions taken today can reduce or even eliminate exposure to this hazard. Click the link to learn where asbestos could be hiding and how to protect yourself. ow.ly/S7Eg50RwlZF

Sign up as an individual or sign up multiple workers for a free e-course to learn about asbestos. It could save your life. Click the link to register: worksafesask.ca/asbestos/

Asbestos, in any amount, can be hazardous to your health.

April 1-5 is Asbestos awaremess week. Click the link to learn more and view our Asbestos resources. worksafesask.ca/asbestos/

Q: Do you know which materials commonly contain asbestos? A: Asbestos can be found in vinyl flooring, thermal insulation and ceiling tiles, to name a few. Asbestos kills. It?s best to test. Click the link for more information. worksafesask.ca/asbestos/

Q: Can I remove asbestos by myself if I wear a mask? A: No. Without proper training, equipment and procedures, attempting to remove materials that contain asbestos can very quickly put everyone in the home or building at risk. ow.ly/SCeN50QbM5v

Asbestos-related lung diseases are the No. 1 cause of work-related fatalities in the province of Saskatchewan. Learn more about the health effects of asbestos from the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS): ow.ly/xivb50QbLJU

Replacing flooring? Test for asbestos first. Asbestos was commonly used in more than 3,000 building materials and products, like flooring, before 1990. Watch the video to find out where else asbestos could be hiding. ow.ly/kzGv50PPrjA

Q: Do you know which materials commonly contain asbestos? A: Asbestos can be found in vinyl flooring, thermal insulation and ceiling tiles to name a few. Asbestos kills. It’s best to test. Questions? Go to ow.ly/g5Ii50OGg1V

Asbestos can be found in many homes and buildings built before 1990 – in places you might not think of. Are you keeping your workers and customers safe from asbestos? Find a range of asbestos resources for your business at ow.ly/xKb550NQXX1htt…

Before 1990, asbestos was commonly used in more than 3,000 building materials and other products. If you’re renovating a house built before 1990, test for asbestos first. ow.ly/alRL50NQWOP

Which of these building materials could contain asbestos? 1.Fireplace insulation 2.Roof shingles 3.Popcorn ceilings 4.All of the above https://ow.ly/h1pP50NQWlJ

Asbestos Awareness Week is an important time to refocus on the dangers of #asbestos and how we can protect ourselves and others. iosh.com/news/time-to-r…

April 1-7 is #asbestosawarenessweek Know the risks and take precautions