Unbound Engineered Nanoparticles Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

These particles may include carbon nanotubes and other allotropes of carbon, and other nanomaterials or nanoscale materials. Unbound particles are those that are not maintained in any type of polymer matrix and could reasonably be expected to float freely from their potential source, creating a potential for exposure, such as inhalation, dermal exposure, or other forms of exposure. The Unbound Engineered Nanoparticles Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) is an app that can be used in any type of environment where nanotechnology is utilized, or nanomaterials are abound. Users of this app can promote occupational safety by evaluating the risks and hazards associated with working with unbound engineered nanoparticles, and implementing safety controls and engineering controls that reduce potential hazards to the health of workers and visitors. The toxicity and health impacts of different types of nanoparticles are not yet known, however, it is a distinct possibility that given the small size of nanoscale materials, exposure may imperil safety and health by damage to cells of the human body, and negative respiratory effects. Accordingly, this app can be critical to promoting safety and occupational health by identifying and reducing hazards.