[Hygienic evaluation of asbestos-containing friction goods application].

: The author analyzed literature data and conducted hygienic studies on evaluating risks connected with asbestor fibers release into workplace air and ambient air of populated area, with application of asbestos-containing goods (friction goods, interlining materials) in automobile transport. Conclusion is that air pollution with fiber particles in concentrations exceeding allowable ones is possible only with intense mechanical processing of friction goods.