safe exposure limits

What are the Common Safe Exposure Limits?

- Tobacco Smoke: There is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke. Even low levels can increase the risk of cancer.
- Asbestos: OSHA has set the permissible exposure limit (PEL) for asbestos at 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter of air over an 8-hour workday.
- Radon: The EPA recommends that indoor radon levels should be below 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) of air.
- UV Radiation: The World Health Organization (WHO) suggests limiting direct sun exposure, especially during peak hours, and using protective measures like sunscreen and clothing.
- Formaldehyde: OSHA's PEL for formaldehyde is 0.75 parts per million (ppm) as an 8-hour time-weighted average.

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