Other TopicsFrigates & Asbestos Exposure
During the 1800s, the frigate was used for patrolling and escorting because of its fast speed and light armor. In more recent years, frigate boats were used to protect other warships and merchant ships. Due to the ships narrow design, it was extremely maneuverable and was often compared to sailing ships.
Asbestos was commonly used on frigates because of its resistance to heat and its fireproofing capabilities. Due to hazardous conditions, asbestos was regularly used in engine and boiler rooms for fire safety.
In addition, mess halls, sleeping quarters, and navigation rooms also consisted of asbestos-containing materials.
The structure of asbestos is jagged, quite brittle, and breaks easily into tiny, free floating particles. Close quarters aboard ships such as frigates inevitably led to asbestos materials being hit during normal operations. Once damaged, the contaminated products released asbestos fibers into the air. These particles were readily inhaled or ingested and even landed on the clothing of those on board, which often traveled home to contaminate family and friends.
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