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FILE NAME: Raybestos-Manhattan (RBM) DATE: 1978 July 13 DOC#: RBM043 DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION: Memo to All RMPICO Employees RE Shipyard Workers Exposed to Asbestos in WWII Industrial Products Ga Adivision of Raybestos Manhattan Inc. EXHIBIT 1 July 13, 1973 TO: ALL RMIPCO EMPLOYEES On April 27 you were advised of the statement the Department of Health, Education & Welfare exposure to asbestos during World War II. At Secretary Califano directed the Department of Awareness Program on Asbestos Exposure. by Secretary Califano of concerning shipyard workers' the time of the announcement, HEW to establish a Public As a result of this Program, there will be considerable comment in the press and on radio and television concerning asbestos exposure in shipbuilding, construction and other industries. In addition, a television documentary on the subject will be shown this Friday evening. It is important for you to understand that the uncontrolled exposure in shipyards and construction was totally unlike exposure in our manufacturing operations where you are protected by dust control systems, respiratory equipment and medical surveillance programs. If you have any concerns about asbestos exposure or medical surveillance, additional information may be obtained through your Supervisor from the Environmental Services or Medical Departments. North Charleston. South Carolina 2 9 4 0 6 ( 8 0 3 ) 7 4 4 -6 2 6 1 TWX 8 1 0 -8 8 M 8 6 1