should wear the respirator while working inside established work zones. The respirators are not
required outside of the established work zones. Additionally, there are measures that the workers
within the zone can take to reduce the dust released. For example, a limited dampening of settled dust
with a fine water mist can markedly reduce the amount of dust that is raised by activity. Workers
should also remove dusty clothing while wearing respiratory protection and then shower completely
and change into fresh clothing before going home to avoid carrying the dust into their cars or homes.
fVhere can a person get more information on asbestos?
For more information on asbestos and your health please call 1-888-42ATSDR or visit the Web site
at http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov. For occupational health information call 1-800-35N1OSH or
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh on the web.
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