[Justifying the approaches to occupational regulation of water-mixable lubricant coolants]

The authors summarized and analysed data on effects and usage of cutting fluids mixable with water in order to determine limits for rapid toxicologic and hygienic evaluation of these fluids if repeatedly cooled. Limitative characteristics are sensibilization and skin irritation caused by cutting fluids mixable with water. Synthetic compounds containing the fluids appeared carcinogenic and therefore require special attention.