Synthetic Mineral Fibers - Information resource about the possible hazardous effects on human health which may be connected with the manufacture and use of fiberglass, mineral wool, and refractory ceramic fibers. From OSHA. Chrysotile - Information resource on chrysotile fibers, a form of asbestos which is less hazardous to human health, and is used in rubber and cement concrete products, friction materials, textiles and insulation products. Safe use manual. List of alternative fibers. Links to related sites. From the Canadian Asbestos Institute. Asbestos - Information resource about asbestos history and physical characteristics, health hazards and solutions, federal application and handling regulations, and training materials. FAQ and links to related sites. From Environmental Health and Safety Online. Asbestos - Description of the background, material structure, applications, and possible substitutes for asbestos fiber. From the Mineral Information Institute. Synthetic Vitreous Fibers - Public health statement about mineral fibers and the effects of exposure to human health. From the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Inorganic fibers - Article describing the chemical properties and characteristics of glass, carbon, boron and ceramic fibers, including production and market information, and a list of global manufacturers. From New Fibre magazine. Fiberglass Fact Sheet - Description of fiberglass and its application areas, health effects and safety regulations, exposure factors, treatment options and control measures. From the Illinois Department of Public Health. Occupational Exposure to Fibrous Glass - Collection of PDF documents containing the criteria for recommended standards of proper handling and use of glassfiber, and material safety data sheets. From the US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Guides to Pollution Prevention - An October 1991 guide to pollution prevention in the fiberglass-reinforced and composite plastics industry. From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.