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In Health / College | 2025-07-06

Asbestos Hazard Awareness
The presence of asbestos in the workplace is considered a health hazard when the material is:
A. Friable
B. Non-friable
C. Encapsulated
D. All the above

Asked by johnswelh

Answer (1)

Asbestos is most hazardous when it is friable, as this allows harmful fibers to be easily released into the air. Non-friable and encapsulated asbestos have lower risks but can still become dangerous if disturbed. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is A. Friable. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06