Biological Hazards

A second type of hazardous material may in the form of Biological Hazards. Theses include viruses, dust mites, bacteria, dust, and pollen. These are commonly found in ventilation devises where they become accumulated. If a potential victim has asthma, they may be highly susceptible to severe injuries. Liability may be imposed upon building owners that have such hazards in the buildings.

A third type of hazardous material is cigarette smoke. Exposure is commonly available to most individuals due to the prevalence of smoking in today's society. Tobacco smoke has thousands of potentially toxic substances that have carcinogens present. The toxins are likely to both effect the smoker and the individual within the area of the smoker. Moreover, there is a strong correlation between cigarette smoke and lung cancer. The risk also effects second hand smokers as well. As a result, California has prohibited smoking in certain public areas. Failure to comply with regulations may impose liability on the smoker.

A fourth hazardous material is found when combustion of a By-Product occurs. When various types of fuels combust in a given area, emissions of toxic substances may result. The most severe type of combustion by-products are carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide. If improper ventilation occurs following a combustion, serious dangers may result. Since the gas is colorless and odorless, contamination may be unknown. Some possible side effects may include fatigue, headaches, and additional physical symptoms. Damage may also be cause in l lung tissues, which may increase the susceptibility to more illnesses.

Another hazardous material is known as Formaldehyde. This is a colorless gas, which emits a pungent odor in strong concentrations. The use of this product is common in home products like plywood, cabinets, and furniture. There is also a type of Formaldehyde known as "Urea". This is a combination of both formaldehyde and various foaming agents. Urea is no longer produced but is still present in many buildings currently. Formaldehyde gasses may enter indoor air through a process known as ''off-gassing''. Moreover, it is a type of carcinogen with a likelihood of sever injury, symptoms ray consist of eye irritation, nasal irritation, irratation to throat and lungs, and nausea.

A common form of formaldehyde toxic hazards are found in mobile homes due to the condense nature of living condition. Levels of toxicity are likely to reach dangerous levels and create liability. Currently, due to the high number of cases in formaldehyde injuries, the federal and state governments are regulating the levels more closely.

Lead is an additional toxic substance, which is extremely harmful upon exposure. Once lead is inhaled or ingested by an individual, the toxins accumulate in the body's tissues, kidneys, bones, and nervous system. The severe result of lead poisoning may lead to neurological damages, and even death. Of children are a potential victim, injuries are more severe.

The most common source of lead poisoning is from lead based paints commonly used in residential homes. In certain instances, children may become poisoned by eating small chips of paint that contain lead. Lead can also be found in the dust that accumulates from the painted surfaces. Lead dust may likely be carries into areas through the air. Most lead-based exposure claims are against landlords who use lead based paint and children have injected paint chips. Moreover, manufacturers and sellers of lead based paint have also been found liable.

Radon is another hazardous toxin. The material is an odorless, colorless, radioactive, gas, which is released from the natural decay of uranium. The radon then becomes into a lead substance. Radon is naturally present in trace amounts in many types of rock and soils. Radon becomes toxic when small amounts of naturally released radon gas seep into buildings through cracks in their underground foundations or through underground openings for plumbing and other fixtures. This may also become released into drinking water supplies. The exposure of radon may result in serious deadly hazards. Approximately, there are between four and ten million homes in the US, which contain radon levels that are hazardous to ones health.

Radon gas can be ingested though dust particles or through water, however do not penetrate the skin. It is commonly inhaled into the lungs , where the radon becomes stuck inside the inner lining of the lungs. The longer the radon is in the lungs, the more severe the damage it may cause to an individuals health. Radon gas is the second most dangerous hazardous toxin likely to cause lung cancer, next to cigarette smoke.

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