Shipyard Workers At Risk From Abrasive Blasting

While abrasive blasting is a common technique used in the shipyard to remove old paint, rust, mill scale, dirt and salts off vessels, it is believed to cause serious illnesses, including cancer.  Workers who conduct abrasive blasting are at risk, but so are other shipyard employees who are in or around areas where this activity has taken place.

When abrasive blasting is used, it can cause harmful air contaminants, including such things as aluminum, chromium, copper, zinc, lead and other toxins.  It is these air contaminants that can result in grave medical conditions.

A wide range of health problems may be caused by exposure to air contaminants from abrasive blasting.  The list of adverse medical conditions is extensive and includes such illnesses as skin cancer, lymphatic cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, vascular disease, lung disease, emphysema, peripheral neuropathy and pulmonary fibrosis.

If you are a shipyard employee who has become ill from abrasive blasting or have been injured in a shipyard accident, you do have legal rights and should recover compensation for your injuries.  Contact the experienced Houston maritime attorneys at Vujasinovic & Beckcom P.L.L.C. at 713-224-7800 or 877-724-7800 for more information.