Dust particles
Sources
- automated dry-feed handling systems
- feces & feathers, dust mites
- manure particles from birds on solid floors
- particulate matter
- viral, bacterial, & fungal agents
Effects on human health
- Breathing dusty air for an extended time
- chronic bronchitis
- capacity to take in and exhale oxygen may be reduced
- increased susceptibility to respiratory diseases such as colds
- episodes of flu-like illness with fever might develop
- adverse allergic reactions may result
NOISH: 5 mg/m3 (respirable)