Chris, I researched this issue last year when my father was looking to purchase one of those Room Air Purifiers that uses Ozone. I found all the information I needed from two web sites: American Lung Association and the EPA. Basically they say that Ozone levels greater that .05ppm can damage the lungs. I believe the EPA has a chart that shows the Ozone level verses exposure time. For instance, if I remember right, a person can be exposed to .08ppm for up to 8 hours per day.
Check out these sources. I'm sure they have updated information on this subject since last year. Brian ---------- From: Chris Dupres <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 1998 6:07 PM To: emc-pstc <[email protected]> Subject: Ozone... Good PSTC People. Is Ozone a toxin? Many years ago I had a factory inspector threaten to close down some High Voltage test equipment because there was too much Ozone being produced. Lately we have had bad vibes about a Xerox copier making too much Ozone and threats of ill health etc. to operators. So my questions are: Are there any legal limits on the production of Ozone? Is it dangerous/what are the physiological effects? Where can I find out about it? Why do they sell Ozone generators for use in kitchens and bathrooms, does it get rid of smells etc.? Why do I get a headache and a tight chest when I'm around this stuff? Funny stuff, Ozone. Sure makes screws go rusty very quickly! Any information anybody wants to share? Chris Dupres Surrey, UK. --------- This message is coming from the emc-pstc discussion list. To cancel your subscription, send mail to [email protected] with the single line: "unsubscribe emc-pstc" (without the quotes). For help, send mail to [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected] (the list administrators). --------- This message is coming from the emc-pstc discussion list. To cancel your subscription, send mail to [email protected] with the single line: "unsubscribe emc-pstc" (without the quotes). For help, send mail to [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected] (the list administrators).
