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Xylenes can enter the body through all four routes of exposure (1) <br /> inhalation; (2) adsorption, (3) ingestion; and (4) injection Target <br /> organs are the central nervous system, eyes, gastrointestinal tract, <br /> blood, liver, kidneys and skin. Acute exposure effects include <br /> dizziness, excitement, drowsiness, incoordination, abdznominal <br /> pain, vomiting, and irritation of the eyes, nose and throat <br /> I <br /> Other Potentially Hazardous Chemicals: <br /> Vapor pressure mm Hg @ 68 'F <br /> Flash point OF <br /> Hazard classification <br /> Permissable exposure limit (PEL) ppm <br /> Potential carcinogen ❑ <br /> Potential exposure routes <br /> inhalation 13 adsorption ❑ ingestion ❑ injection 11 <br /> Exposure effects include <br /> The controls to limit potential for exposure to the above chemical hazards is addressed <br /> below <br /> o Inhalation of contaminants will be controlled by _ GcZ.-- <br /> A- <br /> * Ingestion of contaminants will be controlled by prohibiting eating, drinking, <br /> smoking, and chewing in the work area In addition, workers shall wash <br /> their hands and face before engaging in any of the above activities <br /> ! I 1 <br /> 101 Absor 1 rption of contarrunants,will be controlled by I ' <br /> I <br /> i ! r I k I 1 iszz2�,--IL 4L ) <br /> r <br /> I <br /> I <br /> I <br /> 171237 I �' ' 5 l 11/72/93 <br />