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Exposure to benzene is controlled by limiting evaporation and preventing splashes and spills. Where exposures may occur, the preferred controls are engineering controls such as the use of hoods, canopies, and proper ventilation coordinated with the use of personal protective equipment. For instances where engineering controls are not feasible, respirators and similar personal protective equipment may be used. The following references provide possible solutions for benzene hazards in the workplace.
- Process Safety Management. OSHA Safety and Health Topics Page. Provides references that aid in the safe management of hazardous chemicals, including benzene.
- Emergency Preparedness and Response. OSHA Safety and Health Topics Page. Outlines procedures to be used in emergency situations.
- Benzene. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services Hazardous Substance Fact Sheet, (2001, January), 33 KB PDF, 6 pages. Provides information on the hazards of benzene, plus a discussion of ways to control exposure to benzene.
- For additional information on general safety and health concerns, see
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