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by Tsiklon 3133 days ago
Hang on, Asbestos is still used in America?
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Woah, TIL: https://www.asbestos.com/blog/2012/09/17/why-isnt-asbestos-b...

Here in the UK if traces of asbestos are found the entire building is quarantined while a team of workers in hazchem suits and breathing apparatus removes it!

Yes. Permitted uses include brake pads and clothing!