Requires initial and periodic exposure monitoring of all operations that use 1, 3-butadiene. Requires establishing regulated areas of use. Requires a written exposure goal program to reduce exposures. Other issues addressed by the standard include respiratory protection, personal protective equipment, medical surveillance, emergency planning, hazard communication, MSDS, labeling, training and record-keeping. 1, 3-Butadiene is classified as a potent carcinogen.
Epidemiological studies show exposed workers at increased risk for developing leukemia.
Butadiene is primarily used to produce certain rubber products in the tire industry. Other uses include copolymer latex's for carpet backing and paper coating, and as an intermediate in fungicide production. Requires initial and periodic exposure monitoring of all operations that use methylene chloride. Requires establishing regulated areas of use. Requires a written exposure goal program to reduce exposures.