Barros, L. MiguelSilva, FranciscoViegas, Susana2018-06-072018-06-072018-03Barros LM, Silva F, Viegas S. Toluene exposure in a chemical industry plant. In: Arezes PM, Baptista JS, Barroso MP, Carneiro P, Cordeiro P, Costa N, et al. International Symposium in Occupational Safety and Hygiene: proceedings book of the SHO2018. Guimarães: Portuguese Society of Occupational Safety and Hygiene; 2018. p. 65-7.9789899820388http://hdl.handle.net/10400.21/8595The occupational use of chemical substances is a worldwide reality, being a growing public health problem. Several work activities are related with handling of chemicals contributing to the exposure of workers to these substances. Toluene is a non-polar organic solvent, easily absorbed by lipid-rich tissues, and is suspected of damaging fertility, or the unborn child, and may be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. The aim of the study was to assess the occupational exposure to toluene, in a chemical industry, through environmental monitoring. Additionally, the study also aimed to identify the main factors that influence the exposure.engOccupational healthOccupational exposureTolueneVentilationjournal article