January 08, 2009
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Health & Safety Newsletter January 08, 2009 |
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Preliminary environmental data of TVA coal ash spill reviewed for health effects
Preliminary environmental data of the fly ash release at the TVA Kingston Fossil Plant in Harriman, Tenn. has been reviewed for health effects. Though there is no indication of acute health effects resulting from contact with the coal fly ash material, it is recommended that direct contact with the coal fly ash be avoided, including preventing children’s play in affected areas and keeping pets away from the coal fly ash material. Anyone coming into contact with the impacted soils, sediments or the water should wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially before eating or drinking, ... |
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Action needed on testing and regulation of nanomaterials
A recent report from the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution (UK) has presented a detailed assessment of the current state of knowledge about the effect of new materials on the environment, focusing on nanotechnology. The authors recommend that more testing is urgently needed and that existing regulations should be amended to control the development of nanomaterials, given the state of uncertainty about their long-term effects on human health and the environment. Nanotechnology can offer significant benefits to society. Over 600 products are known to contain nanomaterials, including ... |
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