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Residential releases of number 2 fuel oil: A contributor to indoor air pollution

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  • Kaplan, M.B.
  • Brandt-Rauf, P.
  • Axley, J.W.
  • Shen, T.T.
  • Sewell, G.H.

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Objectives. Analysis of data from the New York City Fire Department showed that residential fuel oil releases frequently occur in quantities ranging from 5 to 1000 gal, primarily from storage tank leaks and overfill. A risk assessment was conducted to determine whether Number 2 fuel oil basement spills pose a significant risk to human health. Methods. Exposure was derived from a simulated field study spill of Number 2 fuel oil in a townhouse basement to develop emission rates for the indicator constituent xylene. Distribution of xylene throughout the townhouse was determined using a multizone contaminant dispersal model. Results. Spills of 85 and 21 gal resulted in xylene exposure estimates as high as 20 and 5 mg/kg/day, respectively. Conclusions. A spill of about 21 gal or more of Number 2 fuel oil would present a human health risk for central nervous and reproductive systems for 8 days or longer. Tank inspection and supervised delivery would provide effective prevention at minimal expense.

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  • Kaplan, M.B. & Brandt-Rauf, P. & Axley, J.W. & Shen, T.T. & Sewell, G.H., 1993. "Residential releases of number 2 fuel oil: A contributor to indoor air pollution," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 83(1), pages 84-88.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1993:83:1:84-88_0
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