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PUBLICATION 11/2022EL2019-010/P2022-147Optimization of the measurement method for airborne endotoxins in workplace atmospheres: a laboratory and field studyEndotoxins are lipopolysaccharides present in the outer membrane of most Gram-negative bacteria. They can become airborne by working tasks, techniques and processes that generate aerosols from materials contaminated by these microorganisms…
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PUBLICATION 03/2024EL2019-010/P2024-049Optimization of the measurement method for airborne endotoxins in workplace atmospheres: validation in the fieldEndotoxins, compounds found in the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria, can pose a health risk to workers if inhaled. In workplaces, activities such as water jet cleaning or compost turning can lead to airborne endotoxins. In 2005, INRS proposed…
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PUBLICATION 03/2024EL2022-006/P2024-051Evaluation of culture media for measurement of workplace bioaerosolsThe enumeration of bioaerosols on culture media is a low-cost method that is easy to set up and is still the benchmark for studying bioaerosols in workplace air. However, developments in scientific knowledge and feedback from users indicate…
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