| Document ID (ISN) | 64549 |
| CIS number |
95-1043 |
| Year |
1994 |
| Convention or series no. |
|
| Author(s) |
Jost M., Hofer L. |
| Title |
Are photocopiers and laser printers dangerous to health? |
| Original title |
Sind Arbeiten mit Fotokopiergeräten und Laserdruckern gesundheitsgefährdend? [in German]
Les photocopieuses et les imprimantes laser présentent-elles un risque pour la santé? [in French] |
| Bibliographic information |
Schweizerische Unfallversicherungsanstalt, Postfach, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland, Medizinische Mitteilungen Nr. 66, Apr. 1994, p.4-9. 14 ref. |
| Abstract |
Review of the substances released and of the measures reported in the literature or carried out by the SUVA. The most frequent complaints were irritation of the mucous membranes of the eyes and upper respiratory tract, headaches and fatigue. Recommendations apply to premises, maintenance, enclosed systems, filters and medical control. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
ozone; lasers; duplicating; harmful substances; office work; printing inks |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
exposure evaluation; symptoms |
| Document type |
E - Books, reports, proceedings |
| Country / State or Province | Switzerland |
| Subject(s) |
Toxic and dangerous substances
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Inorganic substances
Lasers
Office work
Printing, photography and photocopying industry
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