Health effects of exposure to automobile exhaust. V. Exposure of toll booth operators to automobile exhaust

Journal Article · Thu Mar 31 23:00:00 EST 1977 · Am. Ind. Hyg. Assoc. J.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1080/0002889778507935· OSTI ID:7087057

Burgess, W A; Diberardinis, L; Speizer, F E

The exposures of automobile toll booth collectors in the Boston area to selected air contaminants were monitored during the four seasons from 1972 to 1974. The highest carbon monoxide concentrations were found at the in-city toll booths and the highest lead levels at the suburban booths. Biological monitoring for carbon monoxide and lead exposure were closely related to airborne contaminant levels. The study supports the need for environmental control for toll booths located at busy highway and tunnels.

• Research Organization: Harvard School of Public Health, MA
• OSTI ID: 7087057
• Journal Information: Am. Ind. Hyg. Assoc. J.; (United States), Journal Name: Am. Ind. Hyg. Assoc. J.; (United States) Vol. 38:4; ISSN AIHAA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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