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Asbestos in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico's industrial development led to asbestos presence in buildings and infrastructure. Historical records document asbestos use in construction and manufacturing. Documented sites include:

  • Older industrial sites in San Juan.
  • Construction sites for older public buildings and infrastructure.
Puerto Rico Asbestos Exposure

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Puerto Rico

Explore 189 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Puerto Rico.

Job SiteCityState
ACandSPoncePR
Aguirre Company Of New YorkJobosPR
Alcoa SteamshipSan JuanPR
American CyanamidManatiPR
American Union TransportGuayanillaPR
Andres CrosseSan JuanPR
Antes Edificio Cafeteres De PuerPoncePR
Antilles BrewingCarolinaPR
Arecibo ObservatoryAreciboPR
Atlantic IndustriesMayaguezPR
Azucarera Sauri & Subtra CentralPoncePR
Bacardi Company Of AmericaSan JuanPR
Barcelo Marques & CompanyCamuyPR
Barcelo Marques & CompanyAreciboPR
Baxter Travenol LaboratoriesCulebraPR
Baxter Travenol LaboratoriesAibonitoPR
Borinquen InsulationSanturcePR
Borinquen InsulationSan JuanPR
Burke WilhelmSan GermanPR
Caribbean InsulationSan JuanPR
Caribbean RefiningSan JuanPR
Carmen CentraleSan JuanPR
Carona BrewingSan JuanPR
Cayey SugarSan JuanPR
Central Aguirre SugarAguirrePR
Central Aguirre SugarJobosPR
Central Aguirre SugarSan JuanPR
Central Boca-ChicaPoncePR
Central Boca-ChicaJuana DiazPR
Central CambalacheAreciboPR
Central CamuySan JuanPR
Central ColosoAguadillaPR
Central ColosoSan JuanPR
Central ColosoColosoPR
Central ColumbiaMaunaboPR
Central ConstanciaSan JuanPR
Central CorsicaRinconPR
Central CortadaPoncePR
Central CortadaSanta IsabelPR
Central DefenseSan JuanPR
Central Ejemplo Antonio RoigHumacaoPR
Centrale JuanitaSan JuanPR
Centrale MonserateManatiPR
Central Eureka PlantationMayaguezPR
Central IgualdadSan JuanPR
Central IgualdadMayaguezPR
Central JuanitaBayamonPR
Central La FayetteArroyoPR
Central Los CanasAreciboPR
Central Los CanosSan JuanPR

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Puerto Rico

  • Construction Workers: Asbestos was commonly used in insulation, roofing, flooring, and fireproofing materials in older buildings across Puerto Rico (Example: Schools, hospitals, and government buildings constructed before the 1980s).
  • Shipyard Workers: Shipbuilding and repair activities at naval bases and ports exposed workers to asbestos used in ship construction and insulation (Example: Naval Station Roosevelt Roads).
  • Industrial Workers: Manufacturing and industrial facilities utilized asbestos in various applications, including insulation, gaskets, and fireproofing (Example: Pharmaceutical plants and oil refineries).
  • Power Plant Workers: Asbestos was extensively used for insulation and fireproofing in power generation facilities throughout Puerto Rico (Example: Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) plants).
Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico Asbestos Regulations and Laws

Puerto Rico has adopted regulations and laws to protect workers and the public from asbestos exposure. These regulations are primarily enforced by the Puerto Rico Department of Health (PRDH) and the Puerto Rico Occupational Safety and Health Administration (PROSHA).

Puerto Rico Department of Health (PRDH)

The PRDH oversees asbestos abatement activities, including:

Puerto Rico Occupational Safety and Health Administration (PROSHA)

PROSHA enforces workplace safety regulations related to asbestos exposure, including:

Key Laws and Regulations

Sources

  1. Puerto Rico Department of Health (PRDH) - Asbestos: https://www.salud.pr.gov/
  2. Puerto Rico Occupational Safety and Health Administration (PROSHA):https://www.trabajo.pr.gov/prosha/
  3. University of Puerto Rico - Environmental Health and Safety: https://www.upr.edu/

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Puerto Rico?

If you or a loved one is sick or passed away due to asbestos, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. Puerto Rico law protects victims of asbestos exposure. We can assist you in understanding your legal options.