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If* CANADIAN Jokas-Maryville Asbestos mtn& ASBESTOS FIBRE DIVISION P.O. BOX 1500 - ASBESTOS. QUEBEC - TELEPHONE: B7P-W31 October Is), 1968. Gentlemen: You will notice that beginning shortly each bag of dwysotile asbestos fibre shipped by this Company will carry a-label reading as follows^ CAUTION `TEu bag contains chrysoSle esbeitos fire. fonent exposed to this material drould use adequate protective services at inhalation of this material over long periods m>ry be harmful." The label is intended to remind all industrial users of asbestos that proper handling will contribute to improved conditions in work areas. Physical protection for employees is provided through the use of safety hats, shoes, glasses, and other devices when circumstances warrant. Health proledion is just as important and should include appropriate pradices and equipment such as cotledors, ventilators, masks, etc, to prevent inhalation of fumes and particulate matter. As you know, in the past several years there has been inaeasing publicity and medical attention given to health affeds of inhaling industrial dust and fumes of all'kinds. Some studies have raised the question whether adequate control measures are being taken in certain industrial operations to prevent the- inhalation of asbestos particles. Other studies have shown that where proper protedive measures are taken, occupational health risks are minimized.. / continued .-- FOS"00"0000l595 FOSECO 1413 Medical research on health questions relating to asbestos is being sponsored by Johm-Manvilit, the Quebec Asbestos Mining Association, end several other organizations. Sudi research will lead to a better understanding and control of health hazards associated with inhalation of asbestos particles. Until more concrete information is available from the abovementioned research, we have concluded that it is in the best interest of all* concerned that we place the above label on bags containing asbestos to encourage careful handling of the fibre. If you have any questions, we would be pleased to hear from you. NWH / oh Yours very truly. N. W. HENDRY, General Sales Manager. ^05-00-0000^2 j FOSECO 1414