If fiber glass is safe, why are there health warnings on package labels?
Manufacturers have voluntarily provided warning labels on fiber glass products for years, even before they were required. Our industry strongly believes in full disclosure of all information related to our products and labels are one of the ways of providing information to workers and the public. Labels are also required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as part of its Hazard Communications Standard. Fiber glass industry labels are in full compliance with these regulatory requirements. Many commonly used products including paint, cleaners, and artificial sweeteners also carry warning labels. The primary purpose of the labels is to offer appropriate health and safety warnings and to provide instructions on the safe use of the product.
