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    • Occupational health and safety
    • Toxicology
    • Industrial hygiene

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    • Thousands of chemicals lack established occupational exposure limits (OELs).
    • This absence creates significant challenges in protecting worker health.
    • Existing regulatory frameworks do not cover all chemical exposures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a new guidance document on occupational exposure banding.
    • To provide a framework for managing chemical risks in the absence of OELs.
    • To offer practical strategies for industrial hygienists and safety professionals.

    Main Methods:

    • The guidance document outlines a systematic approach to exposure banding.
    • It involves categorizing chemicals into bands based on hazard and exposure potential.
    • Methods include data evaluation, hazard assessment, and exposure estimation.

    Main Results:

    • Occupational exposure banding offers a viable solution for chemicals without OELs.
    • The proposed banding system allows for tiered control strategies.
    • Implementation can improve risk management and worker protection.

    Conclusions:

    • Occupational exposure banding is essential for addressing data gaps in chemical safety.
    • The guidance provides a scalable and adaptable tool for diverse workplaces.
    • This approach supports proactive and precautionary risk management for chemical exposures.