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The Study Recommendations
Direct reading monitors used to measure dust levels, although not necessarily specific for asbestos fibers, can indicate activities where there is a potential asbestos exposure.
Analysis of the video and real-time data indicates that some dust emissions may be reduced by altering work practices, such as:
Allowing the cleansing fluid to flow between the brake drum and brake support plate before the drum is removed, and
After removing the brake drum, thoroughly wetting contaminated surfaces before the operator starts to manually remove the old shoes. To determine actual asbestos exposures, air samples collected on the appropriate filters are still needed.
Courtesy of OSHAsee also:
Asbestos Dust Levels
Measuring Dust Levels for Asbestos Brake Maintenance WorkersAre asbestos dust levels safe for brake maintenance workers?
Brake Servicing Case Study
Brake Servicing Case Study on AsbestosOHSA case study on asbestos exposure after brake servicing
Brake Servicing Mechanics
Read a Case Study on Brake Servicing Mechanics and the Asbestos DangerOSHA provides info on asbestos exposure for brake servicing mechanics
