Table 14: Developing Comparisons for Risks due to Carbon Tetrachloride Exposure - Recommended Risk
Type | Risk | Health Study Appropriateness (1) |
Man-Made | Carbon tetrachloride background levels | 2 |
Working with vinyl chloride before OSHA | 2-3 | |
Involuntary exposure to household chemicals/pesticides (2) |
2-3 | |
Sudden/Imposed | Carbon tetrachloride accidents at other sites | 3 |
- Risks were rated from Most Appropriate Comparisons (1) to Least Appropriate (5).
- It is possible for people to use pesticides and household chemicals incorrectly or without knowing all of the health risks involved with exposure.
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