Mesothelioma News Dock worker died due to prolonged exposure to asbestos By Mesothelioma News November 27, 2013 November 27, 2013 Mesothelioma News A carpenter and joiner, he had worked for British Rail in Eastleigh for 33 years and also served an apprenticeship at Harland and Wolff in Southampton. Dock worker died due to prolonged exposure to asbestos a Hampshire teacher died after breathing in deadly asbestos dust while working in the classroom.