What Are Some Examples of PELs for Known Carcinogens?
Here are a few examples of PELs for substances known to cause cancer:
Asbestos: OSHA's PEL is 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter of air (f/cc) as an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA). Benzene: The PEL is 1 part per million (ppm) as an 8-hour TWA. Formaldehyde: OSHA's PEL is 0.75 ppm as an 8-hour TWA.