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PLAINTIFFS EXHIBIT i DUP-219 February 16f 1967 LIMITED DISTRIBUTION CC H. C. Giles - Empl. Rel. Dept. E. C. Jones - Purchasing Dept. B. B. Lewis H. D. Boyce J. C. Lang (For informationJ R. K. Mason A. P. Storm W. C. Weaver . C. J. Adolph K. E. Kenpan -- TO: R. J. HAM FROM: C. J. LAWRENCE, CONTRACTS GENERAL - THERMAL INSULATION STANDARDS FOR T.C. CONSTRUCTION INSULATION SHOPS The hazards of asbestosis to employees working with insulation materials containing asbestos fibers have been recognized for some time but, in recent months, it has become much more of a problem in terms of Workmen's Compensation claims. Several claims involving our insulation contractors have been allowed or are now pending. Although we are not presently involved, we believe it is neces sary to take certain steps to try to avoid involvement from a third party liability standpoint. This exposure does exist under our CPPC form of contract and it is more of an exposure in the case in point since we provide the shop facilities, equipment, etc. Working with the Legal Department, the following provisions have been developed and will be incorporated in all of our thermal insulation contracts as soon as possible: ' "In recognition of the Contractor's superior knowledge and expertise in the handling, fabrication and appli cation of insulation materials to be furnished, fabri cated or installed under the terms of this contract. Contractor will consult with Du Pont and provide its advice in establishing minimum standards to be met in the construction and operation of the temporary Con struction Shop facilities. These standards shall generally conform to current industry practice and shall include without limitation building size, isola tion from otner facilities, equipment spacing, equipment guards, ventilation, dust control, lighting, and personnel protective equipment. When the Shop facilities are ready for use. Contractor will inspect the facilities and ac knowledge its compliance with the minimum standards so DUP 1120199