Brake and Clutch Repair Work
Note: We know you may not do the work discussed in this module, but we think it's still important to have a general awareness of the hazards associated with brake and clutch repair work.
Workers who service and repair automotive brakes and clutches may face significant exposure to asbestos, especially when using an air hose to clean brake drums. Many brakes and clutches used in new and recent model automobiles do not contain asbestos. However, it has not been totally eliminated. Some reports have indicated that many mechanics and employees in the automotive repair shops as well as do-it-yourselfers are unaware asbestos may be present in both old and replacement brakes and clutches.
Regulatory Requirement
OSHA's asbestos standard requires the use of controls and safe work practices when employees work with brake shoes and clutches that contain asbestos. This module covers some of the basic requirements in the standard. To obtain detailed information on these requirements check out 1910.1001(f)(3) and Appendix F, Work Practices and Engineering Controls for Automotive Brake and Clutch Inspection, Disassembly, Repair and Assembly.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
5-1. Mechanics and employees in the automotive repair shops as well as do-it-yourselfers may be unaware that _____.
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