o ICP Analysis of Metal/Metalloid Particulates from Solder Operations. Method No. ID-206, (1991, May). Describes the collection and analysis of airborne metal and metalloid particulates from solder operations in industry.

NIOSH Methods

* Beryllium and Compounds, as Be. Method 7102, (1994, August 15), 21 KB PDF, 3 pages. Describes sampling and measurement procedures for air samples.

* Elements by ICP. Method 7300, (Revised 2003, March 15), 21 KB PDF, 9 pages. Describes sampling and measurement procedures for air samples for several metals, including beryllium.

* Elements by ICP. Method (aqua regia washing) 7301, (Revised 2003, March 15), 21 KB PDF, 9 pages. Describes sampling and measurement procedures for air samples for several metals, including beryllium.

* Elements by ICP. Method (hot block/HCl/HNO3 digestion) 7303, (Revised 2003, March 15), 21 KB PDF, 9 pages. Describes sampling and measurement procedures for air samples for several metals, including beryllium.

* Elements on wipes. Method 9102, (Revised 2003, March 15), 21 KB PDF, 9 pages. Describes sampling and measurement procedures for air samples for several metals, including beryllium.

OSHA Chemical Sampling Information

The Chemical Sampling Information file presents, in concise form, data on a large number of chemical substances that may be encountered in industrial hygiene investigations. It is intended as a basic reference for industrial hygienists engaged in OSHA field activity.

* Beryllium and Beryllium Compounds. (2001, November 15).

Controlling the exposure to beryllium can be done through engineering controls, administrative actions, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Engineering controls include such things as isolating the source and using ventilation systems to control dust. Administrative actions include limiting the worker's exposure time and providing showers. PPE includes wearing the proper respiratory protection and clothing. The following resources contain information to help control beryllium hazards in the workplace.

* Beryllium at Hanford. Department of Energy (DOE), (2003). Provides information for Hanford employees who are concerned about beryllium. The information presented has been provided by site contractors.

* Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's Beryllium Disease Prevention Program. Department of Energy (DOE), (2002, September). Contains a beryllium control program, facts, and links to other related sites.

* Preventing Adverse Effects from Exposure to Beryllium in Dental Laboratories. OSHA Hazard Information Bulletin (HIB), (2002, May). Also available as a 42 KB PDF, 9 pages. Informs employers and employees about the risk of dental laboratory technicians developing chronic beryllium disease (CBD). It also provides information on the ways in which beryllium exposures can be reduced and the type of protective equipment which can be worn to reduce exposure.

* Beryllium. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), International Chemical Safety Cards, (2000). Contains general information on beryllium hazards and exposure prevention.