Approaches to Safe Nanotechnology: An Information Exchange

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Contents

Director’s Message . iii

Executive Summary v

Introduction 1

Intent and Purpose 1

Scope 2

Descriptions and Definitions 3

Potential Health Concerns 6

Potential Safety Hazards 12

Guidelines for Working with Engineered Nanomaterials 14

Exposure Assessment and Characterization 16

Exposure Control Procedures 22

Occupational Health Surveillance 30

Research 31

References 33

Additional Resources 41