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FILE NAME: Ford (FD) DATE: 1975 Sept 4 DOC#: FD065 DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION: Caution Label Language for Asbestos Fiber -W-ry-/^ lir'y September k, 1975 Mr. C. B. Weed, M a n g e r Training and Publications Department Ford Parta and Services Division As reiqufiacsdj vs r e v i s e d year brake service manual and agree that the locations you have noted are appropriate far Insertion of the asbestos fiber cautions. We believe these cautions should consist of i n g " p sinila? to the foUiJifizg; CAD22QH: Dust and dirt p resent on brake assemblies and drums may contain asbestos fibers that can represent a potential health hazard vben made airborne by cleaning with com pressed air* Brake assemblies and drums should therefore be cleaned only with a vacuum cleaner suitable for use vlth asbestos fibers. This type of vacuum Is available through the Rotunda Dealer Equipment Catalog. Dust and dirt from the vacuum should be disposed of in a manner that prevents dust exposure. Any tnft/Mn<ng done on brake linings or pads should be done using properly exhaust ventilated equipment. further Information on asbestos fiber control can be obtained front the Federal Register May 28, 1975, Occupational Safety and standards Section 1910.10GL. T M a project also be coordinated vlth A. H. Updegrove, Supervisor, Saturate Evaluation. Mr. Updegrove's personnel have been Involved In marketing & y m i T i leaner suitable fes- ea asbestos fiber laden material. 3. tf-pdegrovs Paul E Toth, Supervisor Industrial Hygiene Section ROM. 1 1 3 ^ PDrYTYririmnv crvDr>