ISOCYANATE EXPOSURE IN BATHTUB REFINISHING: À PROPOS A CASE OF OCCUPATIONAL ASTHMA
Journal Title: International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health - Year 2007, Vol 20, Issue 3
Abstract
Work-related asthma in a bathtub refinishing technician prompted measurements of isocyanate exposure in this operation. Very high levels of hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) oligomer, up to 8500 Ąg/m3 NCO, were found during top varnish spray-painting, whereas the levels of HDI monomer were substantially lower. The results suggest that only full-piece, self-contained respirators would suffice to protect technicians from serious pulmonary disease.
Authors and Affiliations
ANDERS SELDÉN, LENNART ANDERSSON, GEORGIOS BARLAS, H?KAN WESTBERG
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