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STEL = short-term exposure limit 15 minute time-weighted average(ACGIH)
<br /> # = rulllgrams of substance per cubic meter of air(mg/m3)
<br /> * = parts of gas or vapor per million parts air
<br /> [cart] = substance identified as a suspected or confirmed carcinogen
<br /> [skin] = substance may be absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin,mucous membranes,or
<br /> eyes
<br /> = Federal OSHA benzene limits given for PEL and STEL, STEL has a 50 minute duration
<br /> limit
<br /> 2 = Federal OSHA gasoline kumt given for PEL, STEL is the same for FED-OSHA and ACGIH
<br /> A brief description of the physical characteristics, incompatibilities, toxic effects, routes of
<br /> entry, and target organs has been summarized from the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical
<br /> Hazards for the contaminants anticipated to be encountered This information is used in
<br /> on site safety meetings to alert personnel to the hazards associated with the expected
<br /> contaminants
<br /> Benzene
<br /> Benzene is a colorless, aromatic liquid Benzene may create an explosion hazard Benzene
<br /> . is incompatible with strong oxidizers, chlorine, and bromine with iron Benzene is irritating
<br /> to the eyes, nose, and respiratory system Prolonged exposure may result in giddiness,
<br /> headache, nausea, staggering gait, fatigue, bone marrow depression, or abdominal pain.
<br /> Routes of entry include inhalation, absorption, ingestion, and skin or eye contact The
<br /> target organs are blood, the central nervous system (CNS), skin, bone marrow, eyes, and
<br /> respiratory system. Benzene is carcinogenic
<br /> Ethylbenzene
<br /> Ethylbenzene is a colorless, aromatic liquid Ethylbenzene may create an explosion hazard
<br /> Ethylbenzene is incompatible with strong oxidizers Ethylbenzene is irritating to the eyes
<br /> and mucous membranes Prolonged exposure may result in headache, dermatitis, narcosis,
<br /> or coma. Routes of entry include inhalation, ingestion, and skin or eye contact The target
<br /> organs are the eyes, upper respiratory system, skin, and the CNS
<br /> Toluene
<br /> Toluene is a colorless, aromatic liquid Toluene may create an explosion hazard Toluene
<br /> is incompatible with strong oxidizers Prolonged exposure may result in fatigue, confusion,
<br /> euphoria, dizziness, headache, dilation of pupils, lacrimation, insomnia, dermatitis, or
<br /> photophobia Routes of entry are inhalation, absorption, ingestion, and skin or eye
<br /> contact The target organs are the CNS, liver, kidneys, and skin
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