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Many workers are unaware of the potential hazards in
their work environment, which makes them more vulnerable to injury. The following
references aid in recognizing and controlling asphalt fume hazards in construction.
- Hazard Review: Health Effects of Occupational Exposure
to Asphalt. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH) Publication No. 2001-110, (2000, December), 886 KB PDF,
150 pages. Reviews current scientific data on health effects
related to occupational exposures to asphalt, describes further research
needs in this area, and suggests measures to minimize worker exposures
while studies continue.
- Asphalt fumes. National Institute
for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Pocket Guide to Chemical
Hazards, (1999). Contains information on synonyms and trade names, exposure limits, immediately
dangerous to life or health concentrations (IDLH's), physical description,
incompatibilities and reactivities, measurement method, personal protection
and sanitation, first aid, respirator recommendations, exposure routes,
symptoms, and target organs.
- Reducing
Roofers' Exposure to Asphalt Fumes. National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 2003-107
(2003, September). Provides a guide for roofers and contractors
who work with hot asphalt on roofs, including steps for reducing
exposure to asphalt fumes.
- Literature
Review of Health Effects Caused by Occupational Exposure to Asphalt Fumes.
National Toxicology Program (NTP), (1997, June 23). Provides an extensive review
on paving asphalt and roofing asphalt exposure
limits.
- Asphalt Fumes Fact Sheet. New Jersey Department
of Health and Senior Services, (1994, May), 38 KB PDF,
6 pages. Contains a variety of information including acute
and chronic health effects, workplace controls and practices, personal
protective equipment (PPE) requirements, questions and answers, and emergency
response information.
- Mineral Products Industry. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA), Compilation of Air Pollutant Emission factors
AP-42, 5th Edition, Volume I, (2000, December). Contains information
and process overviews of hot mix asphalt and roofing material plants and
the emissions and controls associated with these processes.
- Engineering
Control Guidelines for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavers, Part 1. Department of
Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute
for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 97-105, (1997,
January). Also available as a 508 KB PDF,
38 pages. Presents guidelines for implementing engineering
controls that reduce highway asphalt fumes at the source.
- Explosion
of an Asphalt Patching Truck. Ontario Ministry of Labor, (1996,
January). Describes an explosion that occurred while
an operator was cleaning an asphalt patching truck. Control measures
and precautions to prevent similar incidents are discussed.
- Asphalt Roofing. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), (1995, January), 255 KB PDF,
12 pages. Contains an overview of the manufacturing process of
asphalt roofing materials and the emissions and controls associated with
the industry.
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