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Nanotechnologies — Occupational risk management applied to engineered nanomaterials — Part 2: Use of the control banding approach

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ISO/TS 12901-2:2014

Nanotechnologies — Occupational risk management applied to engineered nanomaterials — Part 2: Use of the control banding approach

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Format:: Electronic (PDF)
Number of pages:: 31
Publication date:: January 16, 2014
Edition:: ISO TS 12901 edition 1 version 1
ICS:: 07.030

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Description (English):

ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 describes the use of a control banding approach for controlling the risks associated with occupational exposures to nano-objects, and their aggregates and agglomerates greater than 100 nm (NOAA), even if knowledge regarding their toxicity and quantitative exposure estimations is limited or lacking. The ultimate purpose of control banding is to control exposure in order to prevent any possible adverse effects on workers' health. The control banding tool described here is specifically designed for inhalation control. Some guidance for skin and eye protection is given in ISO/TS 12901‑1. ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 is focused on intentionally produced nano-objects such as nanoparticles, nanopowders, nanofibres, nanotubes, nanowires, as well as of aggregates and agglomerates of the same. As used in ISO/TS 12901-2:2014, the term "NOAA" applies to such components, whether in their original form or incorporated in materials or preparations from which they could be released during their lifecycle. ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 is intended to help businesses and others, including research organizations engaged in the manufacturing, processing or handling of NOAA, by providing an easy-to-understand, pragmatic approach for the control of occupational exposures.

Technical details

Technical committee: ISO/TC 229 - Nanotechnologies
SKU: ISO/TS 12901-2:2014

Abstract

Overview

ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 - "Nanotechnologies - Occupational risk management applied to engineered nanomaterials - Part 2: Use of the control banding approach" provides guidance for applying a control banding method to control occupational exposures to nano-objects, aggregates and agglomerates greater than 100 nm (NOAA). Focused primarily on inhalation exposure, the technical specification offers a pragmatic framework for workplaces where toxicological data or quantitative exposure limits (OELs) are limited or lacking. The goal is to prevent adverse health effects by grouping hazards and exposures into bands and assigning appropriate control strategies.

Key Topics

Scope and definitions: Intentional NOAA such as nanoparticles, nanopowders, nanofibres, nanotubes and nanowires, whether standalone or incorporated in materials.
Information gathering: Characterization of NOAA, exposure scenarios and existing control measures; systematic data recording.
Hazard banding: Classifying nano-objects into hazard bands using available toxicological and material information.
Exposure banding: Assessing likelihood and magnitude of inhalation exposure using qualitative or semi-quantitative indicators.
Control banding matrix: Combining hazard and exposure bands to determine the appropriate level of control (from general ventilation to containment).
Implementation and review: Practical steps for applying controls, evaluating effectiveness, and continual improvement of protective measures.
Proactive vs retroactive approaches: Using control banding without (proactive) or with (retroactive/risk banding) existing control measures as inputs.
Annexes: Includes references to exposure algorithms (e.g., Stoffenmanager approach) and GHS health hazard class guidance.

Applications

ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 is intended for:

Manufacturers and importers of engineered nanomaterials to inform safety data sheets and workplace guidance.
Employers, safety officers and occupational hygienists who need a practical, non‑quantitative method to manage inhalation risks when OELs are unavailable.
Research organizations and laboratories handling NOAA at small or larger scales.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking an accessible risk-management tool without extensive exposure monitoring.

Practical benefits include a structured decision process for selecting controls, improved worker protection where data are limited, and a complement to traditional air monitoring and OEL-based methods.

Related Standards

ISO/TS 12901-1 - Principles and approaches (skin and eye protection guidance referenced)
Other control banding tools and guidance (e.g., COSHH Essentials, Stoffenmanager) are noted as complementary approaches in developing practical exposure-control schemes.

Keywords: ISO/TS 12901-2:2014, nanotechnologies, control banding, NOAA, engineered nanomaterials, inhalation exposure, occupational risk management, hazard banding, exposure banding.

Related standards

Mentioned in the description and other ISO standards

Abstract

Overview

Key Topics

Scope and definitions: Intentional NOAA such as nanoparticles, nanopowders, nanofibres, nanotubes and nanowires, whether standalone or incorporated in materials.
Information gathering: Characterization of NOAA, exposure scenarios and existing control measures; systematic data recording.
Hazard banding: Classifying nano-objects into hazard bands using available toxicological and material information.
Exposure banding: Assessing likelihood and magnitude of inhalation exposure using qualitative or semi-quantitative indicators.
Control banding matrix: Combining hazard and exposure bands to determine the appropriate level of control (from general ventilation to containment).
Implementation and review: Practical steps for applying controls, evaluating effectiveness, and continual improvement of protective measures.
Proactive vs retroactive approaches: Using control banding without (proactive) or with (retroactive/risk banding) existing control measures as inputs.
Annexes: Includes references to exposure algorithms (e.g., Stoffenmanager approach) and GHS health hazard class guidance.

Applications

ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 is intended for:

Manufacturers and importers of engineered nanomaterials to inform safety data sheets and workplace guidance.
Employers, safety officers and occupational hygienists who need a practical, non‑quantitative method to manage inhalation risks when OELs are unavailable.
Research organizations and laboratories handling NOAA at small or larger scales.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking an accessible risk-management tool without extensive exposure monitoring.

Related Standards

ISO/TS 12901-1 - Principles and approaches (skin and eye protection guidance referenced)
Other control banding tools and guidance (e.g., COSHH Essentials, Stoffenmanager) are noted as complementary approaches in developing practical exposure-control schemes.

Keywords: ISO/TS 12901-2:2014, nanotechnologies, control banding, NOAA, engineered nanomaterials, inhalation exposure, occupational risk management, hazard banding, exposure banding.

ISO/TS 12901-2:2014 PDF

Technical details

Abstract

Overview

Key Topics

Applications

Related Standards

Related standards

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Key Topics

Applications

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