Posted: April 5th, 2015

potential hazards in the workplace

potential hazards in the workplace

We have already discussed some of the potential hazards in the workplace but your assignment is related to one of the latest challenges faced by industrial hygienists, nanotechnology. Your assignment is to do the following:
1.    1) Briefly define and/or describe what nanotechnology is (2-3 paragraphs) 10 pts

2.    2) What are the known and/or suspect hazards related to nanoparticles? 5 pts
1.    Are they toxic
2.    Route of entry
3.    Dose response
4.    Safe levels (NOEL) or PEL’s

3.    3) What does NIOSH consider to be the critical issues surrounding nanotechnology? 5 pts

4.    4) What is the biggest challenge that IH’s face with regards to Nanotechnology?
5 pts
Assignment should be between 1 and 2 pages. Please turn in a paper copy of your work. Remember to properly cite all works!
Possible total 25 points