Package cushioning is used to help protect fragile items during shipment. It is common for a transport package to be dropped, kicked, and impacted: These events may produce potentially damaging shocks. Transportation vibration from conveyors, trucks, railroads, or aircraft can also damage some items.
Background Information. Asbestos is a non-conducting, non-combustible, fibrous mineral, which was first used in the 1880s to. produce a variety of commercial and industrial products. By the end of the 20th century, most asbestos use. ceased after health concerns became associated with the material.
When the materials become damaged, the fibers separate and may then become airborne. In the asbestos industry, the term âfriableâ is used to describe asbestos that can be reduced to dust by hand pressure. âNon-friableâ means asbestos that is too hard to be reduce to dust by hand. Non-friable materials, such as transite siding and floor tiles are not regulated provided it does not become friable.