Occupational Exposure to Beryllium Standard – Dissolvable Laundry Bags for Personal Protective Clothing

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November 29, 2018

Ms. Ashlee Fitch
USW Health, Safety and Environment Department
United Steelworkers
60 Boulevard of the Allies
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222

Dear Ms. Fitch: