Electricians’ chrysotile asbestos exposure from electrical products and risks of mesothelioma and lung cancer

•Electricians’ exposure to chrysotile asbestos is generally very low.•Exposure to amphibole asbestos occurs from renovation/demolition work.•Amphibole exposure also occurs from working near other craftsmen.•The most likely cause of lung cancer in electricians is smoking.•The most likely cause of mesothelioma in electricians is amphibole asbestos.