Asbestos as a Potential Health Hazard in Rocket Motor Technology

Abstract

The presence of airborne asbestos fibres has been monitored in areas used for static firing and post firing inspections of rocket motors and the manufacture of rocket motor components containing asbestos. In most locations, the concentration of asbestos fibres was found to be significantly below the present acceptable level in relation to asbestosis but in two areas special procedures are necessary. Fibre and dust removal equipment has been installed and additional safety procedures have been introduced.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA117041

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  • A. Wilkie

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Pollution
  • Asbestos
  • Biomedical Research
  • Fibers
  • Governments
  • Health Services
  • Hygiene
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Lung Diseases
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Medical Personnel
  • Occupational Safety And Health
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Public Health
  • Rocket Engines
  • Rocket Propulsion

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