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August 2, 19711 F. E. Messier Friction Materials Division The Bendix Corporation P. 0. Box #1499 Cleveland, Tennessee #37311 Dear Fran: Subject! Asbestos Study Committee (Friction t&terials) This concerns the possible addition of a new committee within F.M.S. 1. an "Asbestos Study Committee" as discussed in Bulletin #406* A copy of Bulletin #406 is enclosed* While the bulletin covers the essential points, t did want to make a personal contact to see If Bendix could contribute to such a committee* Our concern is pxpressed for asbestos in brake linings because of several outside stimuli! 1. A proposed Illinois regulations "The use of asbestos in brake lining of vehicles manufactured after January 1, 1975 and sold for use in Illinois is prohibited"* 2. Possible effects of the new Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1970 as regards asbestos in the work place. 3* Some concern for particulates in the air - particularly asbestos in the air* Fran, I don't really know what approach you would take* I do know that Bendix Research in Detroit has done some studying on particulates (rubber, asbestos, etc.) in the air* Also, perhaps at Troy or Cleveland someone has been made responsible for monitoring asbestos In the factory area* If you have someone in either the factory area dealing with asbestos, or in the medical or hygiene area who could contribute. I'd appreciate word* Let me have your comments on this* Sincerely Secretary EWDrislane/hgd Enclosure FMSl 06647 f T VI (U 'imJ> %, > V > WltlVHM DIVISION OF THE FIRESTONE TIRE 6- RUBBER COMPANY HARVEY S. FIRESTONE FOUNDER NEW CASTLE, INDIANA 47362 July 29, 1971 Mr. E. W. Drislane, SecretaryFriction Materials Standards Institute, Inc. 370 Lexington Avenue New York, Hew York 10017 Dear Mr. Drislane: Re: Asbestos Stucfy Committee We do not have an industrial hygenist at our World Bestos Division so do not have anyone to offer that has specific talents that might be used on this committee. If, however, there is difficulty in getting sufficient talent to serve on the committee, we would be happy to offer the services of our Technical Manager, J. C. Henning. Mr. Henning has a Masters Degree in Chemistry and has served in the Research and Development Department of The Firestone Tire & Rubber Coinpany for a period of ten years before joining the World Bestos Division as Technical Manager. Yours very truly. CJW :da r C, J. Weber General Manager Firestone your Symbol / of Quality and Service FMSI 06648 mi. M SreFL' BULLET IN NO. 4 0 6 July 16, 1971 ASBESTOS STUDY COMMITTEE This notice is being sent to all Active Members concerning the President's intention to form a new committee within F.M.S.I. We are considering the establishment of an "Asbestos Study Committee", to consist of a chairman and probably four members. BACKGROUND While the talk delivered by Mr. W. B. Reitze of Johns-Manville at the June meeting dwelt mostly on in-plant environment, there was some discussion relating to asbestos factory environments and brake lining particulates in the air. Well before this talk, there had been concern expressed on an Illinois Law which would eliminate the use of asbestos in brake linings. ASBESTOS INFORMATION ASSOCIATION OF NORTH AMERICA This association was recently formed by the asbestos companies of North America. It would be our intention to work with them through our new committee, and essentially speak for the brake lining and clutch facing manufacturers. Obviously, our committee would review and comment on rules and regulations proposed by the State and the Federal Government. There would be no coerts to the Institute in any of our work with this association. STAFFING THE COMMITTEE We would like to staff this committee with experienced and skilled personnel, preferably from the manufacturing, or Industrial Hygiene areas. Please give this bulletin your careful review. If you fel there is someone in your Company with the background necessary to serve as a member of this Committee, please advise with a brief description of this person's background. Distribution: B E. W. Drislane Secretary C FMSI 06649 f fy FMSI 06650 FMSl 06651