The Texaco Oil Refinery opened in Anacortes, Washington in 1958.  During this time period asbestos containing products were being widely used.  Not surprisingly, at the refinery, asbestos containing products such as protective clothing, insulation and gaskets were used at this refinery, as well as, many other refineries across the country.  Many workers at the plant were exposed to asbestos containing products.  Now, many years after exposure, workers are experiencing the effects of the exposure in such diseases as mesothelioma and other asbestos caused cancers.  The long latency period for the development of these diseases is a characteristic of exposure to asbestos.  In addition to holding the manufacturers of asbestos containing products accountable, the refinery owners, can also, be held responsible for their knowledge of the dangers of asbestos.