Use of nanomaterials in the European construction industry and some occupational health aspects thereof

Broekhuizen, Pieter van; Broekhuizen, Fleur van; Cornelissen, Ralf; Reijnders, L.

doi:10.1007/s11051-010-0195-9

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“…As will be pointed out in this ''Emerging workplace standards'' section, new nanoparticle-specific standards are gradually emerging, though it may be noted that current standards of government agencies which are applied to nanoparticle exposure are still often based on the assumption that only mass and chemical composition matter [9,10].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The focus on workplace exposure to nanoparticles is gradually leading to the emergence of specific workplace standards for such particles [8,10].…”

Section: Emerging Workplace Standards For Nanoparticlesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Persistent nanoparticles are also increasingly engineered for a variety of applications [1][2][3][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19], and references therein]. Engineered nanoparticles in this category are often composed of the substances indicated in Box 1 [1][2][3][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19], and references therein].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Engineered nanoparticles in this category are often composed of the substances indicated in Box 1 [1][2][3][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19], and references therein].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Another case in point is the release of TiO 2 from polymeric matrices linked to polymer degradation [12]. It may also be that particles released from the material with embedded nanoparticles do contain other substances besides the embedded nanoparticles, but are still nanoparticulate [8,[10][11][12], and references therein]. It might furthermore be that the embedding is such that nanoparticle release from nanocomposites does not specifically concern the nanoparticles included in the product, but is rather linked to changes in product characteristics such as density.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Human health hazards of persistent inorganic and carbon nanoparticles

Reijnders

2012

J Mater Sci

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Persistent inorganic and carbon nanoparticles are increasingly engineered for applications and may also be present in conventional materials such as carbon black. Furthermore, they may originate from conventional non particulate materials by processes such as wear and tear. Persistent inorganic and carbon nanoparticles can be hazardous to humans. Relatively much research regards the hazards of inhaled nanoparticles. These may give rise to respiratory disease and to negative effects on other organs, including the cardiovascular system. Determinants of risk of inhaled nanoparticles include: number, size, surface characteristics, shape, structure, and the formation of assemblages. These determinants should preferentially be considered in exposure metrics. A major molecular mechanism underlying the inhalation hazard of nanoparticles is the generation of reactive oxygen species, but other mechanisms such as interactions with proteins and DNA may also contribute. Health hazards may also be linked to ingestion of persistent inorganic and carbon nanoparticles, dermal exposure and exposure of the eye. Standards for workplace exposure to persistent inorganic and carbon are currently emerging and there are options for hazard reduction by elimination and substitution of hazardous nanoparticles and by engineering controls.

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confidence: 99%

“…The focus on workplace exposure to nanoparticles is gradually leading to the emergence of specific workplace standards for such particles [8,10].…”

Section: Emerging Workplace Standards For Nanoparticlesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Engineered nanoparticles in this category are often composed of the substances indicated in Box 1 [1][2][3][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19], and references therein].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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2012

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Industrial Hygiene Issues in Construction

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Construction is unique. Unlike other sectors, construction workplaces regularly involve multiple employers with a mix of trades that changes over the life of a project. Construction firms are predominantly small with the overwhelming number having less than 20 employees. Smaller contractors incur a disproportionate percentage of injuries and fatalities, which has led to construction consistently having the highest number of deaths of any sector. Most fatal construction injuries are caused by falls to a lower level, being struck by an object or a vehicle, contact with electric current, or being caught‐in or between objects or equipment. Health hazards are not given the prominence of safety hazards in construction because their effects may not be felt for decades and their causes may be unclear. Safety hazards are easier to identify. Seven percent of all OSHA construction inspections are for health hazards. Industrial hygienists should focus on task‐based personal monitoring, rather than time‐weighted averages, to better protect construction workers. Episodic exposures are more common in construction and can be quite elevated. Bystander exposures from nearby trades must also be considered as part of any hazard assessment. Dermal exposures are significant in construction because of the widespread use of cement, adhesive, solvents, abrasive cleaners, spray insulation, and paints. Engineering controls like local exhaust ventilation and wet methods can clearly reduce exposures to construction workers, if made available and maintained. New technological advances, like drones and nanomaterials, are appearing in construction. Industrial hygienists will be instrumental in navigating the benefits and risks of these technologies.

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The Environmental Impact of a Nanoparticle‐Based Reduced Need of Cleaning Product and the Limitation Thereof

Reijnders

2013

Self‐Cleaning Materials and Surfaces

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Use of nanomaterials in the European construction industry and some occupational health aspects thereof

Cited by 120 publications

References 25 publications

Human health hazards of persistent inorganic and carbon nanoparticles

Human health hazards of persistent inorganic and carbon nanoparticles

Industrial Hygiene Issues in Construction

The Environmental Impact of a Nanoparticle‐Based Reduced Need of Cleaning Product and the Limitation Thereof

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