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Features and Events USE OF PLASTIC CONTAINERS AND WRAPS IN THE MICROWAVE In a recent John Hopkins newsletter circulated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center came another warning about heating food in the microwave in plastic containers and covering with plastic wrap. According to Dr. Edward Fujimoto, Manager of Wellness Program at Castle Hospital, "this applies particularly to foods that contain fat. The combination of fat, high heat and plastics release dioxin into the food and ultimately into our bodies". Dioxin are carcinogens and highly toxic to the cells of our bodies. Cover with parchment paper rather than plastic lids or wraps which can release dioxin into the food when heated in the microwave. Parchment Paper is the only dual oven paper and can be safely used in the microwave and in a conventional oven up to 400F (200C).
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INSURANCE INDUSTRY'S
ENDORSEMENT OF OUR SAFETY
HUBBARDS INSURANCE June 25, 2003
Michael
Gaudet RE: Royal Sun Alliance Policy - Inspection Follow-up Dear Michael, Just as a follow up to our conversation regarding the standard inspection of your premises and operations by Royal Sun Alliance. As indicated the insurance company was very impressed by the organization and excellent housekeeping of your premises. In their experience, these types of things go a long way to reducing the possibility of claims. It was also clear from their report that they were impressed with Specialty Paper's professional approach to all aspects of the business. The one concern raised is actually applicable to your industry rather that your firm directly as it relates to the cutting edge of the box. Royal is one of the larger insurance companies as you know and they have a vast amount of claims experience on both sides of the border. Those statistics illustrate very clearly that the use of a metal cutting edge increases the claims costs dramatically for all parties involved in the manufacture and distribution. While it is true that most of the claims emanate from the US, where class action suits have been brought in this regard, it is clear that the willingness to litigate south of the border is quickly spreading to Canada. So much so, that Royal has asked that we bring this important matter to your attention. Based on the above, from a risk management standpoint, we suggest strongly that you take very careful consideration to any potential use of a metal cutting edge in your product. Our guidance would be to avoid its use altogether. As always, please feel free to call any of us here with questions you may have. Yours very truly,
John
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