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CAPCO JEN 0000238 3 :U. ;n 90% of all asbestos processed. Resists heat but not acid. Can be easily spun into asbestos cloth. Acid and heatresistant. Used in bulk form for heat insulation and molded into pipe insulation. Poor heat insulation, but highly resistant to acid. Used to make acid-resistant cement pipe and in electric battery cases. CmM-OGAA^HtC OOKLlT #J* CHANGING L. *TI CO., INC.. a-W'ft#*. WML, u.*>. 'MJ* 1 13 CAPCO JEN 0000239 produces ngr>ofac.+LTei) +><}ay/ -vis\'-'i'-J' f4- >AXUCrf:o>i >to tjyys Hfnrnr--'I Uses about 2/3 of all asbestos produced for cement production, roofing, plastics, insulation, floor tiling. 3 .auxX'A-UJI'sV^ -A*1 /, oo~0ioc!\ 9) Widely used as friction material in brake and clutch linings. . . also as undercoating to protect against corrosion. ) 'c*. r-'-i ;. " -f T )tli Fireproof clothing 1 ` I j and safety equipment, I fire-resistant III! curtains for k theatres, schools. Asbestos is used to strengthen metals exposed to heat e g., in the nose cones of space vehicles. Asbes+os i& very u5>efv| &OT. . . -(UP---, '.-n - :> S -J*T rirzj-iM* -A) 3 CAPCO JEN 0000240 l-f 2'<r Coin+Sinirig Ssba&VoS c)u^f ig> mingled, -fbe Small, 3n3r fibers m3y work- -tbeir way in-te -4>e )urvg 4iSSu. "Srid regain imbedded 4br life...3 Ccm$4an+ Source of irri-hdfron. TV*e danger VAWCS depending upon... -r Some people are more likely to develop asbestos-related diseases than others. - such as cigarette smoke can increase the risk of disease. 4 CAPCO JEN 0000241 Asbes+os-rda+ed diseases * s > * v ~ ; ,>) . * - ' . ' 'J' ' ' 1* ^ ; - ^ynnpf-oms m9y -first appear- 3o years -after exposure./ A lung disease that begins with irritation of the lungs by inhaled asbestos dust, causes scarring and thickening of the lung wall. Breathing becomes difficult, thus causing a strain on the heart. Usually appears 10-20 years f after exposure. K - V A\ sAi! V. A A cancer of the chest or abdominal lining, which is rare except in people exposed to asbestos. Usually fatal within one year of the first symptom. A' r ? 'J) '' of respiratory system is eight times as common in asbestos workers as in the general public. - also a higher rate of cancer of the digestive system. 1.-1# "/.-.'A or warts result from chronic irritation caused when asbestos fibers penetrate the skin usually the hands. Not believed to lead to skin cancer. A'l -fine ln32/3-cJs> of 3>be&+o5 are. nof ye+-fully u\nderrkood... muc.|n rS9rcJn \$ meeded. 5 CAPCO JEN 0000242 If yoo work wftk or Ground 3>keafas-- if- is/ may be exposed to dust carried home on work clothing. CAPCO JEN 0000243 However... Iv323rcJ doesrvf 5+op -+^ere- '? i V V*d9 t! S. ,, '-!J , QV** *&*k ^*:\!* *3 A significant -asbestos dvst level bas been -found in -tbe Sir CAPCO JEN 0000244 y 3+CpS WC, C/Bn -fake. -for pro4 CAPCO JEN 000024S d^o zA\or\ 3^9ins+ 'TUen... j -' --i* j-s.-'C via.. 0 J4^ j*YtfODS ... to prevent the escape and spread of floating dust. Dust-producing operations can be isolated. Tools can be fitted with exhaust ventilation and dust control systems. -3 -vvcatu Asbestos can be wet down before handling to prevent airborne fibers. Asbestos waste and debris can be sealed in impermeable bags and containers. f\ 0 M'iO UA&4.f*6 All products containing asbestos fibers not permanently bonded or contained must be labelled visually and legibly, i.e.. CAUTiON CAPCO JEN 0000246 fAteeing -ike. Sr^tk'j St-and-ards Ccon+'d) tyjken handling "Sskd^fioS 3nd l-n'S+erials O' equipment' o^nt-aining asbestos, PEP&OtiAU PfcsTfiCTfVfc &QipMMT Could be. tbe. only w3y "to protect you. PjAU CtofHf^6... anker -fabr ic- or resin- ^fT7~T,! c.o3fed paper. Includes -full suits, coveralls, bead covering, gloves, -foct covering. ReSPifV'ToP-S C3 basic--types) A. FILTER-TYPE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS For use when dust level may exceed recommended peak. B. POWERED AIR-PURIFYING RESPIRATORS Used when average contamination is between 10-100 times peak level. C. TYPE "C" SUPPLIED-AIR RESPIRATORS Used when concentration may be more than 100 times recommended levels. O ?,'* T %* k. J O & r-* o}-' `Sh'-. r* <." Clean-up is important at the end of work periods (breaks, lunch, workday). You will be covered with tiny asbestos fibers. Do not shake or blow dust off. Vacuum your garments before removal and place them in a designated container. Use special changing rooms to change clothes. 10 CAPCO JEN 0000247 Proper medical surveillance can show wke^er employees are. receiving adc^v3+C protection -From -tlie dangers of asbestos. 5urvfe'llanc& includes. . . 1 r.tsr *.<> ... on a regular basis. Annual check-ups for everyone; more frequent attention recommended for those with heart and lung trouble or those who are exposed to levels in excess of 2 fibers per cc. Medical history of each employee working with asbestos should be carefully kept. Includes history of exposure to asbestos and other contaminants. \ > i Employees should be informed when dangerous signs appear on tests, or when any job-related problems threaten health. >?:? of meJodl Surveillance. c.3n rsulf iw rew JOD plscemenf, $Wif+ rc+a+ion^ improved work pr3tf'ces/ 0^.r rr\ea,urS. CAPCO JEN 0000248 .7fn-.?i \ . > ii j .^OV^ the hazards of your job. Is your exposure direct or ` indirect? High or low levels? Are ther recommended controls? 0 we.ap- and maintain your Personal Protection Equipment. l Q * - good on-thejob housekeeping. Use vacuums and dust-collecting equipment. P-CPOW* hazardous conditions - i.e., unusually high dust levels, need for equipment - to supervisor. your health at all times. Don't work with asbesto if you have lung disease, or any symptoms of asbestosis. /*--\ Know the symptoms of cancer and asbestosis. f.f" DON'T SMOKE. V'1? \ A ;w 12. CAPCO JEN 0000249 y employeesof the dangers of exposure and the necessity of caution and awareness. t 0 modern engineering equipment to preside the healthiest possible working environment. r L_-A ;, cav-tLo^. - *3 \ i 1 MOfJiTop. asbestos dust levels. A sampling of air in work areas should be taken every 8 months. :) AZ.t? medical records of each worker exposed to asbestos dust. Also provide regular physical check-ups. I i [ ` 0 -TAK all other necessary precautions to prevent unexpected exposure. Provide for routine testing of ventilation controls. iA CAPCO JEN 0000250 v*` * \ 'MDVZ& t'AL Or if everyone Joes ht$ part... .2 lST SAFETY 3TANDAtU*S -for proper worV COF>ciifOn epopee -)^e .standards vis periodic- iospec.+ior\. upOATE >TANDAPS ... 3S ne-ce^sary PeSEAPCH n.w w3ys td cc^ro! 3sde.+o&. PpOVlOE Safety-equipped M5rUSpace, a^d -facilij-.es. INSTANT employees dangers, r^e^nodi of protecron. CAPCO JEN 0000251 -3 'JA- } 'j > . ,-y/J . 0 ;w . o : V -:^ .-o&/ L*e3rn... \f asbesrbos-con+airiincj rna+erials "See. in use/ af your workplace.. How these. materials can be. worked. S/' }^0W to n"i3intain Cortrol exjuipment. v/ What oVbe.r precautions you should -take to be safe. A'f+c*' *3U... .* pi * i -5 :. ^ .* .' , 1 i, .-* --. *r****** -.a r* rr f and nothing i more. /TT7 -1 4"J.\<0r *'&J">*J ^fc. r '-) *8Tn7 ^^ . $ 5 CAPCO JEN 0000252 Prepared in cooperation with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Public Health Service, U.S. DHEW Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 CAPCO JEN 0000253