Asbestos exposure at gutted mill sparks safety dispute
Workers at a gutted Merritt mill said they were not informed of asbestos dangers and wore only cloth masks. OSHA and DHEC will review conditions as Merritt defends safety and notes the fire burned much of the asbestos.
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SRS poised for new missions amid uranium and plutonium work
Savannah River Site leaders outline potential missions including uranium blend down and plutonium stabilization. DOE may route excess weapons plutonium to SRS or keep it unavailable. Tritium production could drive a new accelerator or contracted production with a recovery facility. Budget plans show gradual increases through 2001 with 4,000 to 6,000 jobs tied to accelerator option.
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Citadel officer comments on expected ruling on women cadets
Citadel artillery officer noted the decision was not surprising and expressed disappointment if standards drop. Salley said surprise would only come if the court ruled opposite. Smith argued tax funding and equal protection require opening to women. he cited legal opinions and historical context.
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