Zdrowie i gospodarka · 23/12/2010
Draft Current Intelligence Bulletin “Occupational Exposure to Carbon Nanotubes and Nanofibers”
On Wednesday, April 8, 2009 [74 FR 15985], the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), announced in the Federal Register plans to evaluate the scientific data on carbon nanotubes and to issue its findings on the potential health risks. A draft Current Intelligence Bulletin entitled "Occupational Exposure to Carbon Nanotubes and Nanofibers" has been developed which contains an assessment of the toxicological data and provides recommendations for the safe handling of these materials. NIOSH is seeking comments on the draft document and plans to have a public meeting to discuss the document. The draft document and instructions for submitting comments can be found at http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docket/review/docket161A/ default.html. This guidance publication does not have the force or effect of the law. Public Comment Period: Comments must be received by February 18, 2011. Public Meeting Time and Date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., February 3, 2011. Place: Millennium Hotel Cincinnati, Grand Ballroom A, 150 West 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Purpose of Meeting: To discuss and obtain comments on the draft document, "Occupat