Engineered nanomaterials: a review of the toxicology and health hazards

Type of item
EU & international information
Country
Australia
Year of publication
2009

English

Description

This report provides a review of the understanding of the toxicology and health hazards associated with engineered nanomaterials, as well as of the implications regarding the health hazards in occupational settings, such as during drug manufacture, handling and use, as of the year 2009.

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
Safe Work Australia
Provider name (Original)
Safe Work Australia
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Nanoparticles (airborne liquids/solids including smoke or mist)
Hazard - health effects
Not applicable
Exposure route
Not applicable
Substance Description

Nanoparticles

Prevention measures
Not applicable
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
General information
Target group
Occupational health physician
OSH consultant
Researchers
Safety officers