In-depth survey report: evaluation of brake drum service controls at United States Postal Service Vehicle Maintenance Facility, Louisville, Kentucky

Technical Report · Tue Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1987

OSTI ID:7072597

Cooper, T C; Sheehy, J W; O'Brien, D M; McGlothlin, J D; Todd, W F

A control technology assessment of various methods to control worker exposure to asbestos during brake repair was reported for the Vehicle Maintenance Facility at the U.S. Post Office Building in Louisville, Kentucky. Results indicated that effective control of asbestos dust was achieved with the system used; one of 22 samples had a detectable level. Recommendations for better work practices were presented.

• Research Organization: National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 7072597
• Report Number(s): PB-88-188610/XAB; ECTB-152-11B
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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