Forge Shop Asbestos WV exposure was widespread during the peak industrial years across West Virginia. Blacksmiths, hammermen, press operators, and mold repair workers faced intense heat—and deadly asbestos.
High-temperature operations required insulation and protective equipment that contained asbestos. Even worse, many workers took that exposure home on their sweat-soaked gear, unknowingly putting their families at risk.
How Were Forge Workers Exposed to Asbestos?
Forge shops commonly used asbestos in:
- Furnace linings and door seals
- Steam hammers and die press housings
- Asbestos gloves, hoods, and aprons
- Heat shields, gaskets, and mold coatings
Every time the forge was heated, hammered, or cleaned, asbestos dust could fill the air.
Workers often wore the same contaminated clothes home, exposing spouses and children to secondhand asbestos fibers.
Take-Home Risks Forge Shop Asbestos WV
Even if you never stepped into the forge, you may still be affected. Families who lived with forge shop workers—especially those who handled laundry—are at serious risk of developing mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung disease decades later.
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Do I Still Have a Case?
Yes. Under West Virginia law, you may still have a legal claim even if the exposure happened decades ago.
You may qualify for compensation if:
- You or a loved one worked in a WV forge shop and later developed mesothelioma
- A family member brought asbestos home on their clothing
- You’ve been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness
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