Bencene and alcohols from occupational exposure in graphic arts in Bucaramanga, Colombia

Authors

  • Erika Patricia Ramírez Oliveros Corporación Universitaria Minuto de Dios - UNIMINUTO
  • Angélica Nohemy Rangel Pico Corporación Universitaria Minuto de Dios - UNIMINUTO
  • Óscar Javier Zambrano Valdivieso Corporación Universitaria Minuto de Dios - UNIMINUTO

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37467/revtechno.v13.4976

Keywords:

Bencene, Alcohols, Graphic Arts, Decent work, Occupational disease, Dangerous chemical substances, Volatile organic compounds (VOC)

Abstract

In Colombia, the publishing industry, known as graphic arts, includes periodical and commercial publications, books and packaging, among others. This study carried out a sample of exposure to bencene, 2-propanol and n-propanol in workers in the sector. Sample analysis used method 1501 of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH, 1984). The results show the presence of organic vapours of bencene and alcohols. Other substances such as xylene and toluene are likely to be present in these environments. Likewise, it concludes that the analysis of other alcohols such as ethanol, isobutanol and butanol should be considered.

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Published

2023-03-27

How to Cite

Ramírez Oliveros, E. P., Rangel Pico, A. N., & Zambrano Valdivieso, Óscar J. (2023). Bencene and alcohols from occupational exposure in graphic arts in Bucaramanga, Colombia. TECHNO REVIEW. International Technology, Science and Society Review Revista Internacional De Tecnología, Ciencia Y Sociedad, 13(3), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.37467/revtechno.v13.4976

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 3 (2023): Monograph: "Health studies: Well-being as a goal"

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Research Articles (Special Issue)

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