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Asbestos is a natural mineral, which in the past has been used in building and construction. It poses health risks to humans when fibres are in the air that people breathe. There are several places you may spot asbestos in housing structures or other buildings, however, far fewer today than when asbestos was a popular building material. For more information visit: Canadian Home Mortgage (Home building, renovating and maintaining – self-help and problem solving guide – by topic) Who can I contact for removal of asbestos?Some private, indoor environmental companies specialize in removing asbestos as well as moulds and other toxic substances. For companies and services in your area, look under “Asbestos Abatement and Removal”, “Asbestos and Asbestos Products” and/or “Laboratories” in your Yellow Pages. Where can I find information on asbestos in the work site?For specific information on work-related asbestos hazards, visit Alberta Human Resources, Work Safe Alberta Information Sharing Network or contact Alberta Workplace Safety at 1-866-415-8690.
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