Health Hazard Evaluation Report HETA 92-0381-2445, Ornamental Plant Nurseries,Florida

摘要

In response to a request from the Florida Department of Health and RehabilitativeServices and the EPA, a study was undertaken of possible health effects associated with the use of the benomyl (17804352) formulation Benlate-DF by nursery workers in the ornamental plant industry (SIC-0181) in Florida. An environmental exposure assessment was conducted along with biological monitoring on ten workers at five nurseries using Benlate-DF. Workers were monitored during the weighing, mixing, and application of Benlate-DF and during post application crop handling. Exposure at nurseries not currently using benomyl was minimal, if any. The authors conclude that the use of Benlate-DF may result in absorption of the active ingredient. The authors recommend specific measures to reduce exposure.