Summary of Fed’s First Study of Applicator Exposure to Coal Tar Sealers
This month the National Institutes of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) released its much anticipated exposure study for sealcoat applicators. NIOSH is part of the U.S.
Advocating for the Elimination Of Toxic Coal Tar Sealers From Our Parking Lots, Homes, & Environment
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@PGCSprout: Since 07/01/2015, it is illegal to sell, use or permit the use of coal tar pavement products on property in Prince George's County. Contractors/property owners who use coal tar pavement products are subject to a fine of up to $1,000 per day. https://t.co/JwmUBbxFjL #PGCCoalTarBan https://t.co/2GY4kj0NwR
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@LindaBRosenthal: We banned coal tar & restricted glyphosate. Now it’s time to make sure no one can sidestep these hard-fought environmental victories. Check out my work to strengthen these laws below! https://t.co/GKzy5VCCNj
@CTFreeAmerica
Wondering if @GovLarryHogan is ready to sign the #SaferSealant Act (HB133/ SB372)? Is tomorrow the day? Remember it is a "common-sense" solution!
@MDRepub @baltimoresun @wbaltv11 https://t.co/TRYVeVLmZo
@CTFreeAmerica
@OSHA_DOL says the best way to avoid worker exposure is to eliminate the hazard. No reason to perpetuate an outdated, unnecessary toxic exposures like coal tar sealers. Another reason to #sealthedeal and sign the #SaferSealerAct @GovLarryHogan
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@CTFreeAmerica
Hey @GovLarryHogan : Time to choose and sign the #SaferSealant (HB133/SB 372) Act!
Why? Because it is a "commonsense solution."
@chesapeakebay @CherylKagan @DelegateStewart https://t.co/ewjUXj9QBe
@CTFreeAmerica
@GoPitchBlack: Getting the word out for Maryland. @GovLarryHogan We get it 👍🏻 Banning sealcoats with PAHs seems like a treehugger issue. But it’s a human issue 💚 We have over 60 years of experience in the industry #anyclimate #notoxicchemicals #nobull #gopitchblack #safesealcoat #safersealant https://t.co/cPulX3MZ66
"So if you have family and relatives around the country, make sure they're aware of the dangers that coal-tar-based sealants pose to their health and environment. If you want to learn more, a good source of information is Coal Tar Free America."
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