An inquest has heard how a 68-year-old man from Ramsey died as a result of asbestos exposure.
Joseph "Mike" Osborne was diagnosed with mesothelioma in November last year and passed away in the care of Hospice isle of man in Strang last week.
Mr Osborne had been an apprentice coppersmith for British Rail in the 1960s, where he regularly worked near asbestos on the steam locomotives.
In a statement before his death Mr Osborne said he wasn't aware of the dangers the insulation material posed while working for British Rail.
The firm has accepted full liability for Mr Osborne's illness and a compensation settlement had already been agreed between the company and the Osbornes before the inquiry.
Coroner of Inquests John Needham said the cause of death was mesothelioma and reached a verdict of death from an industrial disease.
He passed on his condolences to Mr Osborne's family and friends.
Wednesday 14th, August 2013 07:41pm.
