| Title |
Controlling fume during plastics processing. |
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| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
PPS |
| Series Number |
13 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
2002 |
| Length |
4 pages |
| Stock Code |
PPS13 |
| Notes |
Leaflet. Plastics processing information sheet no.13 (PPS13)(PPS 13). Supersedes INDG 195 (IND(G)195) (INDG195) entitled, 'It takes your breathe away: Advice to the plastics industry' NO HARD COPIES AVAILABLE. WEB VERSION ONLY. |
| Abstract |
This information sheet, aimed at the plastics industry, gives advice on how to control plastic fume during moulding, extrusion and similar processes. It explains the health hazards and contains a checklist of points to consider which will help minimise the risk of fume being produced. Contents:Introduction; Health hazards; Controlling exposure; Checklist; Ventilation; Relative humidity; Maintaining control measures; Emergency procedures. |
| Keywords |
Guidance; Chemicals; Plastics Industry; Exposure; Temperature; Risk assessment. |