Occupational Safety and Health Guide for Surface Disinfection Practices using Germicidal Ultraviolet Radiation

This White Paper addresses only occupational exposures to UV light from artificial sources. UV radiation exposure of the public should be in accordance with applicable environmental and public health regulations. In the absence of state or federal limits, public exposures should be held to below ten percent of recommended occupational limits.

Ultraviolet radiation falls in the spectrum of light between 100 and 400 nanometers (nm). The wavelength range of greatest germicidal action is between 100 and 280 nm. (IARC, 2020) At these wavelengths UV light is absorbed by the genetic strands of DNA and RNA in microorganisms and viruses, which causes changes in the structure, rendering the death of the agent, or nonviability in the case of viruses.

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Here’s a Sneak Peek of What’s Inside:

Overview
Health Effects
Exposure Assessment
UV Measurements
Controls
References

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