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Controlling the exposure to synthetic mineral fibers
can be done through engineering controls, administrative actions, and personal
protective equipment (PPE). Engineering controls include such things as isolating the
source and using ventilation systems. Administrative actions include limiting
the worker's exposure time and providing showers. Personal protective equipment
includes wearing the proper respiratory protection and clothing. The following
resources contain information to help control and prevent exposures.
- Synthetic Inorganic Fiber (SIF) Program. National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Glenn Research Center,
Occupational Health
Programs Manual, Chapter 19, (2006, June), 243 KB
PDF,
5 pages. Establishes requirements and describes methods for controlling
exposures to synthetic mineral fibers.
- Protect
Your Family, Reduce Contamination at Home. US Department of Health and
Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 97-125, (1999,
February 25). Also available as a 202 KB PDF,
16 pages. Summarizes a NIOSH study of contamination of workers' homes by
hazardous substances transported from the workplace, including fibrous
glass. A summary of the Report
to Congress is also available.
- Hazards of Fiberglass Layup and Sprayup.
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Occupational Safety and Health
Division, 884 KB PDF,
15 pages. Discusses some recommended work practices, presents case studies from
several plants, and provides information on OSHA standards that apply to
these industries.
- Fiberglass Layup and Sprayup. US Department of
Health and Human Services (DHHS), National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 76-158,
(1976). Contains occupational health and safety information for workers in
the reinforced plastics layup and sprayup industry. Identifies common
hazards and suggests safe work practices.
- Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE). OSHA Safety and Health Topics Page.
- Respiratory
Protection. OSHA Safety and Health Topics Page.
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