Federal-Mogul Recognized as National Leader in Drug Enforcement, Prevention

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SOUTHFIELD, MI USA 05/25/2000
    SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 6 Federal-Mogul Corporation
has been honored by a national drug enforcement organization for
its commitment to providing employees with a drug-free work environment.  The
2001 "Corporate America Award" was presented to Federal-Mogul Aug. 2 by the
National Drug Enforcement Officers Association (NDEOA) at its national
training conference in Orlando, Florida.
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    Federal-Mogul was selected for the award because of its efforts to enforce
a strict "zero tolerance" approach to drug use in the workplace and its
support of law enforcement agencies working to prevent drug use and drug
dealing.
    Previous winners of the award were Xerox Corp. (2000) and General Motors
Corp. (1999).
    "I truly believe that Federal-Mogul has one of the most aggressive and
effective drug programs in all of corporate America," said Charles R. Carroll,
vice chairman of the NDEOA's Corporate Advisory Committee.  "Their program is
proactive and preventive in nature, yet with a strong determination to
eliminate the drug dealer among their workforce.  Federal-Mogul's drug and
alcohol policy is not only well-written and developed, but should be used as a
model for other corporations to follow."
    Richard Randazzo, senior vice president, human resources for Federal-
Mogul, said the company is proud to be singled out among America's
corporations for its efforts in drug enforcement and prevention.
    "Federal-Mogul places the highest priority on maintaining a safe workplace
and protecting the health of our 49,000 employees around the world; our
ongoing effort to provide employees with a drug-free work environment is a
major part of that commitment," Randazzo said.
    Federal-Mogul uses a three-tiered approach to combating drugs in the
workplace, according to Mark Westbrook, director, global security.  "Our
program is built around a strong corporate policy statement, backed by a
comprehensive drug testing program and a thorough investigation and
enforcement process," Westbrook said.
    Federal-Mogul's drug policy statement clearly identifies that "remaining
drug-free" is a condition of continued employment.  It also requires any
employee to submit to a drug test as requested by management and to report any
drug-related conviction to management.  Any violation of these policies or
refusal to submit to drug tests -- as well as any test result that shows
illegal drug use -- is grounds for immediate termination.
    Federal-Mogul has required drug testing of its employees since 1985.  "In
1997, the testing standard for 'pre-employment' was changed from urine to hair
follicle testing, which has proved to be a more effective testing device,"
Westbrook said.  Testing results for all Federal-Mogul facilities are tracked
monthly by security personnel and communicated quarterly to senior management.
    The company's investigative and enforcement actions support its commitment
to eliminating drug distributors and users from its employment.  "We work
closely with the anti-drug units of federal, state and local law enforcement
agencies," Westbrook said.  "The sharing of resources has assisted both the
company and law enforcement in combating drugs."
    In addition to accepting the Corporate America Award, Westbrook was
honored individually by the NDEOA for "outstanding support, dedication and
commitment" to drug law enforcement and the association.
    Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, Federal-Mogul is an automotive
parts manufacturer providing innovative solutions and systems to global
customers in the automotive, small engine, heavy-duty and industrial markets.
The company was founded in 1899.  Visit the company's web site at
http://www.federal-mogul.com for more information.

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