Measurement of nanoparticles and the evaluation of recorded values from the viewpoint of risk and recommended associated measures
What amounts and quantity distributions of nanoparticles are generated in the workplace atmosphere during various work activities, what other properties of nanoparticles are relevant in terms of health and safety risks for workers and which preventive and protective measures should be introduced aimed at minimising exposure to nanoparticles in the workplace?
The main objectives of the project are to take systematic measurements and conduct a comprehensive assessment of the workplace atmosphere devoting particular attention to identifying the main sources, the dissemination of nanoparticles in the working environment (perimeter) and the quantification of potential risk factors. The research will focus on monitoring the exposure of workers to nanoparticles with different chemical compositions and other potentially hazardous nanostructured substances in the working environment. Recommendations and measures will subsequently be proposed based on the results aimed at optimising the working environment and preventing risk situations.