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My opinion is that the risk from asbestos in radio cabinets is insignificant. I have worked on a number of sets that had asbestos sheets in them. I am careful to not disturb the sheets any more than I have to. But I don't sweat them being there at all. If you took the sheets, removed them, crumpled them up and inhaled the dust, that would be dangerous. But to just casually come in contact with them occasionally while servicing an old set is overreacting as far as I'm concerned.
Just be prudent. Don't disturb the asbestos any more than you have to, work in a well ventilated area, wash you hands afterward, and utilize the same caution you would while repairng or restoring the set you are working on. If you are interested in tossing the set, why don't you offer it here on these forums and I'm sure someone would take it off your hands. You are not putting anyone at risk with this hobby unless you want to stick your hand into a live B+ circuit while the power is applied. Then all bets are off. Good luck.
Gilbert
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