Health & Safety

Disease can have causes other than bacteria and viruses. A number of health problems are now known to be "environmental diseases." Identified environmental diseases include black lung disease, asbestosis, and several forms of cancer. In some cases building materials have been identified as causing or contributing to health problems. Specifiers, contractors, and home owners  need to be informed of known and possible health risks associated with various building materials and follow handling and installation precautions recommended by the manufacturers of these products.