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Quantification of Total Particulate Matter and Benzene-Soluble Fraction Inhalation Exposures in Roofing Workers Performing Tear-off Activities

Ronald H. HillIndustrial Hygiene Consultant, Arvada, Colorado
,
John R. FerraroAsphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, Washington, DC
,
James L. DodsonTAMKO Building Products, Inc., Joplin, Missouri
,
Edwin L. Hockman Jr.Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, Washington, DC
,
Amy E. McGovernGoodrich Interiors, Colorado Springs, Colorado
&
William E. FayerweatherOwens Corning, Toledo, OhioCorrespondence[email protected]
Pages 450-457 | Published online: 17 Jun 2015

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