Describes investigation of the effects of five hour exposure of sixteen young people to different concentrations of formaldehyde. Physiological parameters, subjective discomfort and performance were monitored. Discusses setting of exposure standards for formaldehyde and suggests standard of 0.15 mg/m^3 for continuous exposure.< Discussion includes an account by R.Baars of developments in the Netherlands and measures taken to reduce formaldehyde concentrations in dwellings.
Formaldehyde in the indoor environment-health implications and the setting of standards.
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Year:
1978
Bibliographic info:
In Fanger P.O. and Valbjorn O. "Indoor climate" Danish Building Research Institute. p65-87. Proceedings 1st. International Indoor Climate Symposium. Copenhagen. Aug.30-Sept. 1. 1978.