| Abstract |
Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for isopropyl-alcohol (67630), benzene (71432), toluene (108883), cellosolve-acetate (111159), triethylamine (121448), total dust, and nitric-acid (7697372) at the Sidal Aluminum Corporation (SIC-3334), in Springfield, Massachusetts, on July 27 to 28, 1977. The evaluation was requested by management on behalf of approximately 32 workers in the metal and sign shops. All measured concentrations of the contaminants were below the respective standards. The author concludes that a health hazard from chemical contaminants and dust does not exist at this facility. He recommends workers education regarding the toxicity of the materials handled in the metal and sign shops, proper employee personal hygiene, and regular maintenance of local ventilation systems. |
