英文摘要 |
Glycol ethers use in Taiwan has been evaluated two years ago. Problems inherited to the E-series glycol ethers have been recognized. In order to have better management of this imported solvent, in this study we are focusing on the control aspect. To approach this target, strategies of education, legisltation, and technical services are consulted. The major achievement in this study are summarized as follows: 1. Education: (1) A comprehensive lecture notes on organic solvents were compiled for one day seminar course use. (2) From the pre- and post-test on a specially designed questions (solvent related), and using the statistical methods (paired t-test and McNemar’s X2 test), KAP analysis was conducted. Positive achievement from this seminar are demonstrated. (3) Many other educational activities were conducted. 2. Legislation: By approaching the administrative agencies which govern the import, production, transportation, and the use of the potential health hazard toxic substances, there are several achievement, including: (1) Propose new PEL standard setting on E-glycol ethers (current ACGIH TLVs) for the Council of Labor Affairs. (2) 2ME, 2EE, and their acetates are recommended in the priority list for toxic substance control in EPA. (3) Addressing advice notes to the Board of Foreign Trade and the Industry Development Bureau regarding the information that we have evaluated on the glycol ethers. 3. Technical services: Based on the nature of operation (close or open system) and the usage of glycol ethers, appropriate substitution and other control methods are recommended and discussed. |