This document summarizes Andrew Oberta's presentation on confronting the international asbestos-cement industry. It discusses the hazards of asbestos mining, manufacturing asbestos products, and the installed asbestos products. It also addresses myths about "controlled use" of asbestos and outlines advocacy strategies to reduce demand and disrupt supply chains, with the goal of eventually eliminating the asbestos-cement industry globally.
This document summarizes information about Viscose, a UK-based manufacturer of caps, closures, shrink sleeves, and celons with over 100 years of experience. It describes Viscose's product range, which includes shrink sleeves, sports caps, plastic and aluminum closures, crowns, capsules, and celons. It also discusses Viscose's focus on innovation through partnerships with universities, investment in R&D, and development of bespoke solutions for customers. Finally, it provides details on Viscose's management team and their experience in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and business development.
This document summarizes information about Viscose, a UK-based manufacturer of caps, closures, shrink sleeves, and celons with over 100 years of experience. It describes Viscose's product range, which includes shrink sleeves, sports caps, plastic and aluminum closures, crowns, capsules, and celons. It also discusses Viscose's focus on innovation through partnerships with universities, investment in R&D, and development of bespoke solutions for customers. Finally, it provides details on Viscose's management team and their experience in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and business development.
Alstone WPC Boards (Wood Polymer Composite Boards) A Complete Substitute To Wood/Plywood. Wpc Boards Are Made Of 70% Virgin Polymer, 15% Wood Powder And 15% Additives. WPC Boards Are 100% Water Proof, 100% Termite Proof, 100% Borer Proof, 100% Moisture Proof And UV Resistant Product. Alstone It Can Use At Every Where, Can Make All Types Of Furniture, Ceilings, In Replacement Of Tiles, Elevations, Moisture Places Etc. WPC Boards Can Use At Both Interior & Exterior. WPC Boards Are 100% Environment Friendly Product And Contains No Hazordous Chemicals.
10 WPC Boards Saves one TREE, Every Board You Buy Contributes To plantation Of Tree.
ITS A GREEN SOLUTION FOR A GREEN REVOLUTION !!
Know Advantages Of WPC, Watch All Information & Facts !
Asbestos refers to a set of six naturally occurring minerals that form long thin fibers. Prolonged exposure can lead to serious diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer. Asbestos removal requires protective equipment and licensed contractors due to the risk of airborne fibers. Only removalists with class A licenses can remove friable asbestos, while class B can remove up to 10 square meters of bonded asbestos. As many older buildings still contain asbestos, precautions should be taken when renovating to ensure safe removal by licensed professionals.
Alstone is a leading manufacturer of aluminum composite panels and wood polymer composite products in India. WPC was invented to provide an eco-friendly alternative to wood that is termite-proof, borer-proof, water-resistant, fire-retardant, and low maintenance. It contains recycled materials and produces no toxic chemicals. WPC boards are stronger and more durable than wood-based boards like plywood and MDF. They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications such as decking, wall cladding, fencing, and interior uses.
Acoustical Solutions Inc. is a leader in environmental noise and vibration control since 1989. They focus on site evaluation, acoustical studies, and visual and noise barrier systems. They offer expertise in data analysis, modeling, planning, construction and more. Their vinyl fencing systems are durable, maintenance-free options for residential, commercial and industrial noise barriers that are termite free, graffiti resistant and have a projected lifetime.
The document describes Imison, a construction system that uses expanded polystyrene (EPS), light gauge steel, and a plaster called Fibrecote. Key points:
- Imison walls can be constructed in less than 3 hours and provide better insulation than brick, keeping houses 6C warmer in winter and 2C cooler in summer.
- Fibrecote plaster gives the walls higher strength than conventional plaster and reduces damp and condensation.
- Imison structures are engineered to withstand extreme loads like hurricanes and heavy snow and remain crack-free.
- The system is accredited by several international standards organizations and has been used to construct buildings from homes to hotels since 1997.
This document summarizes information about Viscose, a UK-based manufacturer of caps, closures, shrink sleeves, and celons with over 100 years of experience. It describes Viscose's product range, which includes shrink sleeves, sports caps, plastic and aluminum closures, crowns, capsules, and celons. It also discusses Viscose's focus on innovation through partnerships with universities, investment in R&D, and development of bespoke solutions for customers. Finally, it provides details on Viscose's management team and their experience in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and business development.
This document summarizes information about Viscose, a UK-based manufacturer of caps, closures, shrink sleeves, and celons with over 100 years of experience. It describes Viscose's product range, which includes shrink sleeves, sports caps, plastic and aluminum closures, crowns, capsules, and celons. It also discusses Viscose's focus on innovation through partnerships with universities, investment in R&D, and development of bespoke solutions for customers. Finally, it provides details on Viscose's management team and their experience in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and business development.
Alstone WPC Boards (Wood Polymer Composite Boards) A Complete Substitute To Wood/Plywood. Wpc Boards Are Made Of 70% Virgin Polymer, 15% Wood Powder And 15% Additives. WPC Boards Are 100% Water Proof, 100% Termite Proof, 100% Borer Proof, 100% Moisture Proof And UV Resistant Product. Alstone It Can Use At Every Where, Can Make All Types Of Furniture, Ceilings, In Replacement Of Tiles, Elevations, Moisture Places Etc. WPC Boards Can Use At Both Interior & Exterior. WPC Boards Are 100% Environment Friendly Product And Contains No Hazordous Chemicals.
10 WPC Boards Saves one TREE, Every Board You Buy Contributes To plantation Of Tree.
ITS A GREEN SOLUTION FOR A GREEN REVOLUTION !!
Know Advantages Of WPC, Watch All Information & Facts !
Asbestos refers to a set of six naturally occurring minerals that form long thin fibers. Prolonged exposure can lead to serious diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer. Asbestos removal requires protective equipment and licensed contractors due to the risk of airborne fibers. Only removalists with class A licenses can remove friable asbestos, while class B can remove up to 10 square meters of bonded asbestos. As many older buildings still contain asbestos, precautions should be taken when renovating to ensure safe removal by licensed professionals.
Alstone is a leading manufacturer of aluminum composite panels and wood polymer composite products in India. WPC was invented to provide an eco-friendly alternative to wood that is termite-proof, borer-proof, water-resistant, fire-retardant, and low maintenance. It contains recycled materials and produces no toxic chemicals. WPC boards are stronger and more durable than wood-based boards like plywood and MDF. They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications such as decking, wall cladding, fencing, and interior uses.
Acoustical Solutions Inc. is a leader in environmental noise and vibration control since 1989. They focus on site evaluation, acoustical studies, and visual and noise barrier systems. They offer expertise in data analysis, modeling, planning, construction and more. Their vinyl fencing systems are durable, maintenance-free options for residential, commercial and industrial noise barriers that are termite free, graffiti resistant and have a projected lifetime.
The document describes Imison, a construction system that uses expanded polystyrene (EPS), light gauge steel, and a plaster called Fibrecote. Key points:
- Imison walls can be constructed in less than 3 hours and provide better insulation than brick, keeping houses 6C warmer in winter and 2C cooler in summer.
- Fibrecote plaster gives the walls higher strength than conventional plaster and reduces damp and condensation.
- Imison structures are engineered to withstand extreme loads like hurricanes and heavy snow and remain crack-free.
- The system is accredited by several international standards organizations and has been used to construct buildings from homes to hotels since 1997.
Mba project stress management of employeesNirmalaSolanki
This document is a project report on stress management of employees at Visaka Industries Ltd. in Secunderabad, India. It includes an introduction to the topic of stress management, a declaration by the author, acknowledgements, a table of contents and the beginning of chapter 1 which provides context on the asbestos cement sheet industry in India. The key points are that the report examines stress management among employees of Visaka Industries Ltd., it was submitted as a requirement for an MBA degree, and the introduction provides background on asbestos cement sheets and their usage in India.
Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals that were widely used in building materials and industrial applications due to their desirable properties. However, all forms of asbestos are classified as human carcinogens by the World Health Organization. Exposure to asbestos fibers can cause cancers like mesothelioma and lung cancer decades later. While most developed countries have banned asbestos, it remains widely used in developing countries like India where millions of people are exposed through occupations or building materials. There are calls to replace asbestos with safer alternative materials to prevent further health impacts.
The Senate passed the Ban Asbestos in America Act to ban asbestos and invest in treatment and education about asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma. Asbestos was widely used for insulation and fireproofing until the 1970s when it was discovered that inhaling asbestos fibers can cause cancer. While some uses were banned in the 1970s and 1980s, asbestos is still used in some building materials in the US that are imported from Canada and Mexico. The National Economic and Social Advisory Council in Thailand has also recommended banning asbestos imports and sales due to health risks of asbestos like cancer.
The Senate passed the Ban Asbestos in America Act to ban asbestos and invest in treatment and education about asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma. Asbestos was widely used for insulation and fireproofing until the 1970s when it was discovered that inhaling asbestos fibers can cause cancer. While some uses were banned in the 1970s and 1980s, asbestos is still used in some building materials in the US that are imported from Canada and Mexico. The National Economic and Social Advisory Council in Thailand has also recommended banning asbestos imports and sales due to health risks of asbestos like cancer.
This training covered asbestos safety. It defined asbestos and explained that it is a serious health hazard found in many building materials. Asbestos was used widely in construction but can cause diseases like mesothelioma and asbestosis. The training discussed where asbestos is commonly found, how to protect yourself from exposure, and outlined OSHA regulations regarding asbestos.
Insta Build, Insta Growth - Case StudyJaspal Singh
The company, once a leader in the cement roofing industry, lost market share to competitors and diversified into new products. It launched InstaBuild, a line of prefabricated modular structures that offer faster, cheaper and more durable construction compared to traditional methods. The company aims to target customers living just above poverty and gain early mover advantage in this new market segment before competitors enter. It is promoting InstaBuild's benefits like speed, strength and environmental friendliness to institutional customers initially and plans broader retail sales and partnerships with banks and disaster relief agencies going forward.
1. Asbestos is a known carcinogen that causes many worker deaths worldwide, and most developed countries have banned its use.
2. Canada remains one of the largest producers and exporters of asbestos in the world, exporting over 220,000 tons per year to developing countries with low safety and enforcement standards.
3. The World Health Organization, International Labor Organization, Canadian Cancer Society, and other organizations recommend a worldwide ban on all forms of asbestos due to its carcinogenic properties and the lack of a safe exposure level.
1. Asbestos is a known carcinogen that causes many worker deaths worldwide, and most developed countries have banned its use.
2. Canada remains one of the largest producers and exporters of asbestos in the world, exporting over 220,000 tons per year to developing countries with low safety and enforcement standards.
3. The World Health Organization, International Labor Organization, Canadian Cancer Society, and other organizations recommend a worldwide ban on all forms of asbestos due to its carcinogenic properties and the lack of a safe exposure level.
This training covered asbestos safety. It defined asbestos and explained that it is a serious health hazard found in many building materials. The training described the various types of asbestos and where it is typically found. It discussed the health hazards of asbestos exposure, including cancers and lung diseases. The training emphasized that asbestos should not be disturbed without proper protection and training. It provided tips on protecting yourself and outlined OSHA regulations regarding asbestos safety.
Turkey Asbestos Regulations
Article 1. Purpose – To prevent exposure
Article 2. Application – Applies to All works and workplaces where exposure is possible
Article 3. Prepared in accordance with Article 78 of Labour Law
Article 4. Definitions – Covers all 6 Fibre types 4857
Article 5. RA’s –Requirements to conduct RA for all work liable to expose anyone to asbestos fibres
Article 6. Notification of Asbestos Work to Ministry of L & SS,
Article 7. Prohibition for ‘use’
Prohibits licensable ACM’s i.e Insulation, sprays etc
Prohibits marketing, producing and exposure
Removal, separation works are excluded
This document discusses asbestos, its health risks, and its historical and current uses. It provides details on:
- The types of asbestos and health problems it can cause like cancer and asbestosis.
- Alternatives to asbestos materials like non-asbestos reinforced sheets.
- Other asbestos-related diseases beyond cancer.
- How asbestos is found naturally in the environment and can be a contaminant in materials like vermiculite and talc.
- Historical uses of asbestos in construction in developed countries and its ongoing uses in developing countries.
This document discusses asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used for its desirable properties but can cause serious health issues if inhaled. It describes the health effects of asbestos exposure like lung cancer and mesothelioma. It also discusses substitutes for asbestos, contamination of other materials like talc and vermiculite with asbestos, and the continued use of asbestos in construction in some developing countries despite bans in many developed nations.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) is launching a DIY Safe Antifouling Initiative in 2017 to promote the safe use of antifouling paints by recreational boat owners. Antifouling paints contain biocides that can harm the environment if not applied and disposed of properly. The BCF conducted a survey in 2015 that found 95% of UK boat owners apply antifouling paint themselves, with most taking proper precautions. As part of the 2017 initiative, the BCF developed outreach materials like posters and guidance documents to educate the public on best practices for using and disposing of antifouling paints safely. The initiative asks marinas and chandleries to display the
Asbestos Awareness - Things You Should Know to Stay SafeA
This document provides information about asbestos, including what it is, its health risks, and safety measures. Asbestos refers to naturally occurring minerals composed of soft fibers that are highly resistant to heat, corrosion, and electricity. While useful as an insulator, inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers can cause serious health issues like asbestosis, mesothelioma, or lung cancer decades later. The document outlines who is most at risk of exposure, where asbestos is commonly found in buildings, and precautions like proper training and protective equipment to safely handle asbestos and minimize exposure.
The document discusses a proposed National Asbestos Awareness Strategy for South Africa. It defines asbestos and describes its three main types - amosite, chrysotile, and crocidolite - that were mined in South Africa. Asbestos was used for its strength and heat resistance but is carcinogenic and causes lung diseases. The strategy aims to integrate awareness, consultation, and sustainable asbestos remediation. Objectives include facilitating information sharing, strengthening asbestos management, and improving public awareness of asbestos risks. Key activities proposed are developing asbestos information resources, undertaking awareness campaigns, and collaborating across sectors. The strategy intends to enhance public understanding of asbestos hazards and impacts.
MAXILLOFACIAL MATERIALS.ppt on dental materialsmanjulikatyagi
This document provides an overview of maxillofacial prosthetic materials. It begins with definitions of key terms and discusses the history of maxillofacial prosthetics from ancient times to recent developments. Common materials used for extraoral maxillofacial prostheses are then reviewed, including their ideal properties, types, advantages, and limitations. Key materials discussed are acrylic resin, vinyl polymers, polyurethane elastomers, and silicone elastomers. Considerations for material selection and limitations of current materials are also presented.
Salesforce Integration for Bonterra Impact Management (fka Social Solutions A...Jeffrey Haguewood
Sidekick Solutions uses Bonterra Impact Management (fka Social Solutions Apricot) and automation solutions to integrate data for business workflows.
We believe integration and automation are essential to user experience and the promise of efficient work through technology. Automation is the critical ingredient to realizing that full vision. We develop integration products and services for Bonterra Case Management software to support the deployment of automations for a variety of use cases.
This video focuses on integration of Salesforce with Bonterra Impact Management.
Interested in deploying an integration with Salesforce for Bonterra Impact Management? Contact us at sales@sidekicksolutionsllc.com to discuss next steps.
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
Mba project stress management of employeesNirmalaSolanki
This document is a project report on stress management of employees at Visaka Industries Ltd. in Secunderabad, India. It includes an introduction to the topic of stress management, a declaration by the author, acknowledgements, a table of contents and the beginning of chapter 1 which provides context on the asbestos cement sheet industry in India. The key points are that the report examines stress management among employees of Visaka Industries Ltd., it was submitted as a requirement for an MBA degree, and the introduction provides background on asbestos cement sheets and their usage in India.
Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals that were widely used in building materials and industrial applications due to their desirable properties. However, all forms of asbestos are classified as human carcinogens by the World Health Organization. Exposure to asbestos fibers can cause cancers like mesothelioma and lung cancer decades later. While most developed countries have banned asbestos, it remains widely used in developing countries like India where millions of people are exposed through occupations or building materials. There are calls to replace asbestos with safer alternative materials to prevent further health impacts.
The Senate passed the Ban Asbestos in America Act to ban asbestos and invest in treatment and education about asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma. Asbestos was widely used for insulation and fireproofing until the 1970s when it was discovered that inhaling asbestos fibers can cause cancer. While some uses were banned in the 1970s and 1980s, asbestos is still used in some building materials in the US that are imported from Canada and Mexico. The National Economic and Social Advisory Council in Thailand has also recommended banning asbestos imports and sales due to health risks of asbestos like cancer.
The Senate passed the Ban Asbestos in America Act to ban asbestos and invest in treatment and education about asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma. Asbestos was widely used for insulation and fireproofing until the 1970s when it was discovered that inhaling asbestos fibers can cause cancer. While some uses were banned in the 1970s and 1980s, asbestos is still used in some building materials in the US that are imported from Canada and Mexico. The National Economic and Social Advisory Council in Thailand has also recommended banning asbestos imports and sales due to health risks of asbestos like cancer.
This training covered asbestos safety. It defined asbestos and explained that it is a serious health hazard found in many building materials. Asbestos was used widely in construction but can cause diseases like mesothelioma and asbestosis. The training discussed where asbestos is commonly found, how to protect yourself from exposure, and outlined OSHA regulations regarding asbestos.
Insta Build, Insta Growth - Case StudyJaspal Singh
The company, once a leader in the cement roofing industry, lost market share to competitors and diversified into new products. It launched InstaBuild, a line of prefabricated modular structures that offer faster, cheaper and more durable construction compared to traditional methods. The company aims to target customers living just above poverty and gain early mover advantage in this new market segment before competitors enter. It is promoting InstaBuild's benefits like speed, strength and environmental friendliness to institutional customers initially and plans broader retail sales and partnerships with banks and disaster relief agencies going forward.
1. Asbestos is a known carcinogen that causes many worker deaths worldwide, and most developed countries have banned its use.
2. Canada remains one of the largest producers and exporters of asbestos in the world, exporting over 220,000 tons per year to developing countries with low safety and enforcement standards.
3. The World Health Organization, International Labor Organization, Canadian Cancer Society, and other organizations recommend a worldwide ban on all forms of asbestos due to its carcinogenic properties and the lack of a safe exposure level.
1. Asbestos is a known carcinogen that causes many worker deaths worldwide, and most developed countries have banned its use.
2. Canada remains one of the largest producers and exporters of asbestos in the world, exporting over 220,000 tons per year to developing countries with low safety and enforcement standards.
3. The World Health Organization, International Labor Organization, Canadian Cancer Society, and other organizations recommend a worldwide ban on all forms of asbestos due to its carcinogenic properties and the lack of a safe exposure level.
This training covered asbestos safety. It defined asbestos and explained that it is a serious health hazard found in many building materials. The training described the various types of asbestos and where it is typically found. It discussed the health hazards of asbestos exposure, including cancers and lung diseases. The training emphasized that asbestos should not be disturbed without proper protection and training. It provided tips on protecting yourself and outlined OSHA regulations regarding asbestos safety.
Turkey Asbestos Regulations
Article 1. Purpose – To prevent exposure
Article 2. Application – Applies to All works and workplaces where exposure is possible
Article 3. Prepared in accordance with Article 78 of Labour Law
Article 4. Definitions – Covers all 6 Fibre types 4857
Article 5. RA’s –Requirements to conduct RA for all work liable to expose anyone to asbestos fibres
Article 6. Notification of Asbestos Work to Ministry of L & SS,
Article 7. Prohibition for ‘use’
Prohibits licensable ACM’s i.e Insulation, sprays etc
Prohibits marketing, producing and exposure
Removal, separation works are excluded
This document discusses asbestos, its health risks, and its historical and current uses. It provides details on:
- The types of asbestos and health problems it can cause like cancer and asbestosis.
- Alternatives to asbestos materials like non-asbestos reinforced sheets.
- Other asbestos-related diseases beyond cancer.
- How asbestos is found naturally in the environment and can be a contaminant in materials like vermiculite and talc.
- Historical uses of asbestos in construction in developed countries and its ongoing uses in developing countries.
This document discusses asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used for its desirable properties but can cause serious health issues if inhaled. It describes the health effects of asbestos exposure like lung cancer and mesothelioma. It also discusses substitutes for asbestos, contamination of other materials like talc and vermiculite with asbestos, and the continued use of asbestos in construction in some developing countries despite bans in many developed nations.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
Asbestos is a naturally occurring silicate mineral that was widely used commercially due to its desirable physical properties like heat and fire resistance. However, inhalation of asbestos fibers can cause serious illnesses like lung cancer and mesothelioma. While asbestos is still used in some industries, exposure poses major health risks like asbestosis and lung diseases. Various groups are campaigning for a global ban on asbestos to protect workers and transition to safer alternative materials.
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) is launching a DIY Safe Antifouling Initiative in 2017 to promote the safe use of antifouling paints by recreational boat owners. Antifouling paints contain biocides that can harm the environment if not applied and disposed of properly. The BCF conducted a survey in 2015 that found 95% of UK boat owners apply antifouling paint themselves, with most taking proper precautions. As part of the 2017 initiative, the BCF developed outreach materials like posters and guidance documents to educate the public on best practices for using and disposing of antifouling paints safely. The initiative asks marinas and chandleries to display the
Asbestos Awareness - Things You Should Know to Stay SafeA
This document provides information about asbestos, including what it is, its health risks, and safety measures. Asbestos refers to naturally occurring minerals composed of soft fibers that are highly resistant to heat, corrosion, and electricity. While useful as an insulator, inhaling or ingesting asbestos fibers can cause serious health issues like asbestosis, mesothelioma, or lung cancer decades later. The document outlines who is most at risk of exposure, where asbestos is commonly found in buildings, and precautions like proper training and protective equipment to safely handle asbestos and minimize exposure.
The document discusses a proposed National Asbestos Awareness Strategy for South Africa. It defines asbestos and describes its three main types - amosite, chrysotile, and crocidolite - that were mined in South Africa. Asbestos was used for its strength and heat resistance but is carcinogenic and causes lung diseases. The strategy aims to integrate awareness, consultation, and sustainable asbestos remediation. Objectives include facilitating information sharing, strengthening asbestos management, and improving public awareness of asbestos risks. Key activities proposed are developing asbestos information resources, undertaking awareness campaigns, and collaborating across sectors. The strategy intends to enhance public understanding of asbestos hazards and impacts.
MAXILLOFACIAL MATERIALS.ppt on dental materialsmanjulikatyagi
This document provides an overview of maxillofacial prosthetic materials. It begins with definitions of key terms and discusses the history of maxillofacial prosthetics from ancient times to recent developments. Common materials used for extraoral maxillofacial prostheses are then reviewed, including their ideal properties, types, advantages, and limitations. Key materials discussed are acrylic resin, vinyl polymers, polyurethane elastomers, and silicone elastomers. Considerations for material selection and limitations of current materials are also presented.
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This video focuses on integration of Salesforce with Bonterra Impact Management.
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1. Insights into integrating generative AI.
2. Understanding how this integration enhances test automation within the UiPath platform
3. Practical demonstrations
4. Exploration of real-world use cases illustrating the benefits of AI-driven test automation for UiPath
Topics covered:
What is generative AI
Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath integration with generative AI
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
2. This presentation was given at the Asbestos Disease Awareness
Organization conference on March 31, 2012 in Manhattan Beach, California. It is
provided here for use by those who are willing to accept the challenge to put the
world-wide asbestos-cement industry out of business. No restrictions are placed on
its use other than to refrain from alteration of the content in a way that would
misrepresent the intent of the presentation. Attribution to Andrew F. Oberta, MPH,
CIH, The Environmental Consultancy, www.asbestosguru-oberta.com is requested.
The text in the Notes panel below each slide in Normal view are my
explanation of the content.
I would appreciate any feedback on your use of this presentation and any
results achieved therefrom. My contact information is at the end of the program.
Andy Oberta
3. Where does asbestos fiber come from?
World Mine Production and Reserves: 2011
Production, tons Reserves
Russia 1,000,000 Large
China 400,000 Large
Brazil 270,000 Moderate
Kazakhstan 210,000 Large
Canada 100,000 Large
Other countries 20,000 Moderate
World total (rounded) 2,000,000 200,000,000
Source: U.S. G.S. Mineral Commodity Summaries, January 2012
More than 90% of the world production of chrysotile is used in
the manufacture of chrysotile-cement, in the form of pipes,
sheets and shingles -- Chrysotile Institute
4. Where is asbestos fiber used?
• Recent US consumption is minimal
2011 consumption: 1100 tons (imported)
Roofing - 60% ; Chloralkali - 35%; Other - 5%
• Asbestos cement used for roofing, siding and pipes
5. Where is asbestos fiber used?
• 2010 consumption in metric tons
• China - 613,760
• India - 426,363
• Russia - 263,037
• Brazil - 139,153
• Indonesia - 111,848
• Developing countries are target markets
• Even industrialized countries may lack a
health and environmental protection
infrastructure for asbestos hazards
8. Hazards of manufacturing the products
“Representatives of the world's major chrysotile exporting mines signed an
agreement whereby they committed to supply chrysotile fibre only to those
companies that demonstrate compliance with national health and safety
regulations.” -- The Chrysotile Institute
Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
10. Myths and Facts of “Controlled Use”
Myth: Asbestos-cement cannot be crumbled to powder by hand
pressure- it is non-friable
Fact: Asbestos-cement can become friable when damaged
11. Myths and Facts of “Controlled Use”
Myth: Asbestos fibers are locked in the cement matrix and cannot
be released from the surface
J. Dyczek
L. Dwyer
J. Millette
Fact: Fibers are released through normal weathering processes
12. Myths and Facts of “Controlled Use”
Myth: Asbestos-cement products present no exposure hazard to
building occupants
Fact: Damage and vibration can expose building occupants to
asbestos hazards
13. Myths and Facts of “Controlled Use”
Myth: Asbestos-cement pipes cause no health or environmental
hazard
J. Millette
Fact: Chrysotile and crocidolite fibers are released when pipes
are dug up, broken and crushed
14. Myths and Facts of “Controlled Use”
Myth: Paint and encapsulants offer permanent protection
against asbestos fiber release
PLM
Fiberquant
SEM
Fact: Paint and encapsulants deteriorate and take asbestos fibers
with them when they peel off
15. Confronting the Problem of Installed Products
• Outreach and education to create awareness of hazards
• Example: roof removal from shelters in Indonesia, April 2011
•Dave Hodgkin, Benchmark Consulting, Indonesia
•Two-day community workshop on issues and methods
•Removal demonstration at two shelters by facilitators
•Removals at 50 shelters by community participants
• Enforce proper work practices through regulations, contracts
and other mechanisms
• ASTM E2394 Standard Practice for Maintenance, Renovation and Repair
of Installed Asbestos Cement Products (www.astm.org)
• United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia publications
16. Confronting the Problem of New Products
• Discourage consumption by
• Creating awareness of hazards through outreach and
education
• Implementing regulatory and economic incentives and
penalties
• Supporting the development and economic use of
products with alternative fibers
• Reduce availability by
– Bans on importing and using asbestos fiber
– Disrupting supplies of cement
17. Disrupting supplies of cement
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• Every ton of asbestos fiber requires several tons of
cement to make asbestos-cement products
• Suppliers of cement contribute to the manufacture
of a hazardous product
• Suppliers of cement may be participating in a
criminal enterprise
18. Disrupting supplies of cement
• Identify the suppliers of cement to the asbestos-
cement industry in each country
• Domestic producers
• Importers
• Use moral persuasion and public exposure to
discourage them from supplying the asbestos-
cement market
• Identify target audiences and media resources
• Labor unions, investors, financial institutions
• Traditional and social media
19. Disrupting supplies of cement
• Use economic penalties and incentives to reduce
economic advantages of asbestos-cement
• Higher tariffs on imported cement, higher taxes on
domestic production, for use with asbestos fiber
• Subsidies on cement used with alternative fibers
• Use litigation and liability to put pressure on cement
companies
• Name cement companies as defendants in asbestos
litigation
• Advise insurance carriers of their potential risk
• Inform cement companies of threat of civil and criminal
penalties
20. Technical measures not enough
• Credible technical information essential to counter
arguments that asbestos-cement products are not
hazardous
– Industrial hygiene studies of fiber release and exposure
– Medical studies of health effects from exposure
– Practical measures for controlling exposure
• Elimination of asbestos-cement products requires
institutional actions – economic, financial and
political -- by advocates and activists
21. • Biographical summary of Andrew F. Oberta, MPH, CIH
• BS Aeronautical Engineering and Master of Public Health degrees
• Certified in Comprehensive Practice by American Board of Industrial Hygiene
• Over thirty years experience in asbestos consulting
• Chairman of Task Group on Asbestos Management for ASTM International
• Author of ASTM Manual on Asbestos Control
• Presentations at seven international asbestos conferences from 2000 to 2012
• Mr. Oberta will organize a technical session for any conference which
addresses advocacy measures to confront and eventually eliminate the
asbestos-cement industry. For his contributions he will expect
reimbursement of travel and other direct expenses.
Andrew F. Oberta, MPH, CIH
The Environmental Consultancy
900 Route 620 South, Suite C101, M/S 101
Austin, TX 78734 United States
(512) 266-1368
andyobe@aol.com -- www.asbestosguru-oberta.com
Editor's Notes
The objective of “confronting” the industry is to put them out of business and eliminate exposure to asbestos that will continue to occur if asbestos-cement products are not removed from the stream of commerce.
At current production rates there is a 100-year supply of asbestos fiber in the ground. With nearly all of the current production going into asbestos-cement products, what we call the “asbestos industry” is for all practical purposes the asbestos-cement industry. Note that they no longer make asbestos-cement, they make chrysotile-cement. We will continue to call it asbestos-cement but “chrysotile asbestos-cement” might be a better term to keep chrysotile and asbestos linked in the public consciousness.
In the US asbestos chloralkali filters have taken over second place from friction products in market share. “Transite” has become a generic term for asbestos-cement in the US, even though it is a Johns-Manville trade name for a specific line of products.
With the emphasis on developing countries as target markets for asbestos-cement products, let’s not forget that industrialized countries with thriving economies such as India don’t necessarily have the infrastructure to cope with EHS hazards, including those from asbestos-cement products.
The chain of death starts at the mine and mill, where workers, their families and the community are exposed to asbestos fibers.
This plant in northern Israel, which I visited in 1998, made asbestos-cement pipe as well as flat and corrugated sheet from 1952 to 1997. Plant workers have extremely high mesothelioma rates and cases have occured among residents living near the plant. The waste from the plant contaminated the area surrounding the plant and the entire Western Galilee. Although the plant stopped using asbestos the year before my visit, dust samples I took off the orange dust collection equipment had chrysotile and amosite fibers. The manufacturing equipment was decontaminated, disassembled and, I was told, shipped to India, which is our next stop.
The purveyors of asbestos fiber pledge to sell it only to those who comply with “national health and safety regulations.” This assumes there are such regulations, that they are adequate and are enforced. Seeing these pictures, I have my doubts.
Exposure continues through the manufacturing process and when the material leaves the plant. After that, there is exposure when the products are installed, maintained, removed and disposed of. But the chain of death may not end even then if the discarded material is scavenged and re-used.
There are five myths of “controlled use” I would like to dispel. The first is that asbestos-cement is not friable: it cannot be crushed to powder by hand pressure. This ceases to be true if the material becomes damaged, as on the left. The video on the right shows me easily breaking pieces off the edge of a piece of corrugated asbestos-cement siding (in an exhaust hood) and crumbling the pieces to powder. Click on the picture to start the video.
The next myth is that the fibers are firmly locked in the cement matrix and cannot be released from the surface. The picture on the left is from New Zealand, the middle one from a building in New Orleans, and the one on the right was taken by a researcher in Poland. All three show the effects of weathering that cause the fibers to protrude from the surface and become releasable into the air.
The myth that there is no indoor exposure hazard is refuted by these pictures taken inside an industrial plant. On the left is an elevator – a man-lift – with damaged asbestos-cement panels and a vibration environment. The video on the right shows the effect of a strong wind moving the heavy asbestos-cement panels. Click on the picture to start the video.
During the manufacture of asbestos-cement pipe the ends are beveled by grinding, which produces dust that the workers breathe. This dust creates a waste stream that contaminates the plant and its surrounding environment. When the pipe is eventually dug up it is frequently broken into piees like that on the right, where chrysotile and crocidolite fibers can be seen protruding from the surface.
The final myth concerns protecting the surface of asbestos-cement roofing and siding by “encapsulating” it, which is another term for applying a coat of paint. The picture on the left shows siding on a house that has been painted blue and from which I removed some paint chips. Photomicrographs of the back side of the paint chips show fibers that have been pulled off the siding. Removal of the paint or encapsulant creates a contaminated waste stream that has to be properly collected and disposed of.
A recent project in Indonesia shows how installed asbestos-cement products can be properly removed by community residents under the guidance of a qualified professional. The workshop provided a forum for discussion of asbestos issues and precautions to be followed during removal of the roofing materials. After a demonstration by the facilitators, the residents removed the remainder of the roof panels using the methods and precautions they learned in the workshop, including disposal procedures. The ASTM standard was written with the needs of developing countries in mind.
The installation of new asbestos-cement products can be discouraged by a combination of methods shown here. In addition to reducing consumption, or demand, the supply chain for the materials to make thr products is vulnerable to disruption. This has taken the form of bans on asbestos fibers in a growing number of countries; unfortunately, such bans are not in place in the countries where they are needed the most. A possible alternative to disrupting the supply of asbestos fiber is interdicting the supply of cement.
It takes two things to make asbestos-cement: asbestos and cement. For every ton of asbestos fiber used, several tons of cement are required. The suppliers of cement are therefore contributing to the manufacture of a hazardous product. Furthermore, the Eternit conviction in Italy has established the manufacture of asbestos-cement products as a criminal activity, and cement companies that supply this market may be participating in a criminal enterprise.
These are some ideas on identifying the companies that supply cement to the asbestos-cement industry and how pressure might be brought to bear to persuade them to abandon that market. These techniques might also work with other industry vulnerabilities besides their supply of cement such as their transportation network or financial resources.
It might be unrealistic to expect the cement companies to voluntarily abandon such a lucrative market. Other “carrots and sticks” might be needed, and these are some of the possible measures that could be brought to bear.
The asbestos-cement industry cannot be defeated by technical measures alone. Consultants, industrial hygienists, laboratories, physicians and other technical entities have an important role to play by providing credible information to support actions taken against the industry. The “junk science” that will be offered in defense of the industry must be countered by “sound science” from reputable sources. However, the primary responsibility rests with the advocates and activists who have the skills that will ultimately prove decisive in the economic, political and financial sectors.
I will make a personal commitment to support the campaign against the world’s asbestos-cement industry by marshaling the technical resources of my peers and colleagues.