Workers exposed to asbestos while restoring landmark Chicago fire station
Workers renovating a historical 1887 firehouse in Chicago were exposed to asbestos and electrical hazards, according to an investigation by federal OSHA.
The inspection found Structure Development Midwest LLC failed to collect and dispose of asbestos-containing material in sealed, labeled and waterproof bags. The Chicago real estate and management company was issued one willful and seven serious citations carrying proposed penalties of $46,000 for the violations.