Health-hazard evaluation report HETA 86-348-1756, J'Leen Ltd. , Boulder, Colorado

Technical Report · Mon Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1986

OSTI ID:6149247

Gunter, B J

In response to a request from the owner of J'Leen, Ltd., Boulder, Colorado, an evaluation of exposures to lead in the copper and lead glazing art studio was carried out. Breathing-zone and general air samples were analyzed by NIOSH Method P and CAM 173, blood lead was measured by voltammetry, and free-erythrocyte protoporphyrin was measured photofluorometrically. Ventilation was found to be inadequate for removing airborne lead resulting from use of lead dust and furnaces. The author concludes that the high environmental lead levels present a health hazard, and recommends improved exhaust ventilation, continued use of ultrafilter respiratory protection, and education of new employees on clean work habits.

• Research Organization: National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6149247
• Report Number(s): PB-87-189528/XAB; HETA-86-348-1756
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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