Hexavalent Chromium Exposure
More than 500,000 workers in a variety of occupations are potentially exposed to Cr(VI) in the United States.
Workplace exposures to Cr(VI) occur in welding and other types of "hot work".
Workplace exposures occur mainly in the following areas:
- welding and other types of "hot work" on stainless steel and other metals that contain chromium
- use of pigments, spray paint, and coatings
- operating chrome plating baths
Evaluating Exposure
Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium can occur from:
- inhalation of dust, mists, or fumes containing hexavalent chromium, or
- eye or skin contact.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
9-2. Welding and other types of "hot work" on stainless steel and other metals may expose welders to _____.
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