Health-hazard evaluation report HETA 85-105-1689, Fibre-Glast Development Corporation, Dayton, Ohio

Technical Report · Thu May 01 04:00:00 EDT 1986

OSTI ID:7001984

Zey, J M; Anastas, M

An evaluation was made concerning potential exposures of 1 or 2 employees during production of fibrous glass repair kits. Air samples were assessed for possible exposures to methylenechloride, butyl-cellosolve, styrene, general organics, total and respirable particulates, and carbon dioxide. Methylene chloride concentrations of 443 and 460 were found in 80-minute samples taken during cleaning of a mixer with methylene chloride. NIOSH recommends that exposures to methylene chloride should be reduced to the lowest feasible level. Organic vapors including methylene chloride were migrating into the office area from the production area of the facility. The authors conclude that a health hazard exists for exposure to methylene chloride. The authors recommend either substitution of a different solvent or the institution of more rigid engineering controls. Airborne concentrations of methylene chloride in the compounding, repacking, and office areas should be reduced.

• Research Organization: National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 7001984
• Report Number(s): PB-87-108049/XAB; HETA-85-105-1689
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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