Respiratory protection for abrasive blasting with silica.

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March 28, 1985

Mark Nicas, M.S., M.P.H.
Associate Industrial Hygienist
Research and Standards Development Unit
Department of Industrial Relations
Post Office Box 603
525 Golden Gate Avenue
San Francisco, California 94101

Dear Mr. Nicas:

This is in response to your letter of March 28, concerning respiratory protection for abrasive blasting with silica sand.