The CARE Guidance Documents form a comprehensive library of information on the safe handling and use of HTIW products. They have been written by industry experts and are designed to give customers of ECFIA members helpful information to put in place effective controls to minimise exposure to airborne fibres. This document series will progressively expand as new guidance is produced. Three levels of guidance document. The Level 3 guidance documents provide guidance on particular scenarios or applications .

Statutory or other applicable exposure limit values for HTIW dust need to be observed and exposure shall be reduced to as low a level as is technically possible. Please check your local and national regulations and exposure limits before working with HTIW. If needed, provide appropriate protective equipment and train operators to fit and use it properly.

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