Characterizing workforces exposed to current and emerging non-carbonaceous nanomaterials in the U.S (original) (raw)

Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 2018

Abstract

Objective: Toxicology studies suggest that exposure to certain types of engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) may cause adverse health effects, but little is known about the workforce in the United States that produces or uses these materials. In addition, occupational exposure control strategies in this industry are not well characterized. This study identified U.S. ENM manufacturers and users (other than carbon nanotubes and nanofibers, which have been characterized elsewhere), determined workforce size, characterized types and quantities of materials used, occupational exposure control strategies, and the feasibility of occupational ENM exposure studies. Methods: Eligible companies were identified and information was collected through phone surveys on nanomaterials produced or used, workforce size, location, work practices, and exposure control strategies. The companies were classified into groups for additional examinations. Results: Forty-nine companies producing or using ENMs in the...

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