Ethylene Oxide - Possible Solutions
Ethylene Oxide - Possible Solutions
Possible Solutions
Acute exposures to EtO gas may result in respiratory irritation and lung injury, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, shortness of breath, and cyanosis. Chronic exposure has been associated with the occurrence of cancer, reproductive effects, mutagenic changes, neurotoxicity, and sensitization. The following references aid in preventing and controlling exposures to ethylene oxide.
Ethylene Oxide - Evaluating Exposure
Ethylene Oxide - Evaluating Exposure
Evaluating Exposure
- OSHA Occupational Chemical Database. OSHA's premier one-stop shop for occupational chemical information. It compiles information from several government agencies and organizations.
Ethylene Oxide - Hazard Recognition
Ethylene Oxide - Hazard Recognition
Hazard Recognition
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 evaluating ethylene oxide hazards in the workplace.
Ethylene Oxide - Standards
Standards
Exposures to ethylene oxide are addressed in specific OSHA standards for general industry, maritime, and construction. This section highlights OSHA standards and documents related to ethylene oxide.
OSHA Standards
Ethylene Oxide - Overview
Ethylene Oxide - Overview
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