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This study assessed worker exposure to isocyanates and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during rubber conveyor belt repairs using Flexane® 80. Results indicate that typical use is unlikely to cause adverse health effects from these chemical exposures.

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Area of Science:

Industrial Hygiene
Occupational Safety
Polymer Chemistry

Background:

Flexane® 80, a urethane product, is used for rubber conveyor belt repairs.
Concerns exist regarding worker exposure to isocyanates and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from these products.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify airborne chemicals released from Flexane® products.
To validate a new method for assessing dermal isocyanate exposure.
To evaluate worker exposure risks during typical and worst-case use scenarios.

Main Methods:

Small chamber experiments to identify airborne chemicals.
Validation of a cotton sleeve method for dermal exposure assessment.
Simulations of worst-case scenarios in a walk-in exposure chamber.

Main Results:

Airborne isocyanates were not detected in large chamber simulations.
Average airborne VOC concentrations remained below occupational exposure limits.
Low, intermittent isocyanate levels were detected on dermal sleeve samples.

Conclusions:

Normal use of Flexane® products is unlikely to lead to harmful worker exposure to VOCs.
Dermal exposure to isocyanates was low, even under worst-case conditions.
The risk of adverse health effects from Flexane® use is considered minimal.