Electrician diagnosed with terminal mesothelioma calls for asbestos awareness training in trades
An electrician facing terminal mesothelioma is urging the trades industry to provide better asbestos-awareness training.
An electrician has been diagnosed with terminal mesothelioma and is advocating for improved asbestos-awareness training across the trades. He describes discovering his diagnosis as a life-changing moment. His case highlights occupational health risks faced by tradespeople who may encounter asbestos on the job.
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Electrician Andrew Winder’s plea for asbestos-awareness training in trades as he faces terminal mesothelioma
'It turns out I've got the worst case … We hit a wall. My life changed.'