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Posted by gmharris [71.105.178.157] on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 17:41:33 :
In Reply to: Re: WC brake job. Tips? posted by mannyc [68.165.89.2] on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 16:25:47 :
Really don't know if there is much difference between asbestos in insulation or asbestos in brake shoes, but here are some common sense precautions listed by the EPA:
Work Practice Don'ts for Home Mechanics: It is recommended that you:
* Do not use compressed air for cleaning. Compressed air blows dust into the air.
* Do not clean brakes or clutches with a dry rag, brush (wet or dry), or garden hose.
* Do not use an ordinary wet/dry vac without a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to vacuum dust. Invisible particles of brake or clutch dust can stay in the air and on your clothes long after a job is complete.
* Avoid taking work clothing inside the home or tracking dust through the house after performing brake and clutch work to prevent exposing your family to dust particles that may contain asbestos.
Work Practice Do's for Home Mechanics: It is recommended that you:
* Use pre-ground, ready-to-install parts.
* If a brake or clutch lining must be drilled,grooved, cut, beveled, or lathe-turned, use low speeds to keep down the amount of dust created.
* Use machinery with a local exhaust dust collection system equipped with HEPA filtration to prevent dust exposures and work area contamination.
* Change into clean clothes before going inside the home and wash soiled clothes separately.
* Minimize exposure to others by keeping bystanders, as well as food and drinks, away from the work area.
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