Are Printers injurious to Computer users Health ?
from Queensland University of Technology
found laser printers emit potentially dangerous
levels of tiny toner-like materials in the air
which could harm one's lungs
leading to cardiovascular problems or cancer.
Answers:
They are not even sure what the chemical make up is. As well as only a low percentage of printers are emitters, whether or not it is a noxious substance or whether there are health concerns associated with it is still under investigation.
If professor Lidia Morawska is an expert, she's right.
yeah i just saw an article on this about 5 minutes ago. supposedly it has a similar effect (over time) as light exposure to smoke does.
I wouldn't make any severe changes to anything yet though.
it would be helpful if you provided some sort of a link..
Link:
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/s...
Also it is not all laser printers:
"Not all laser printers pose a health hazard, though. Thirty-seven of the 62 printers released no particles that diminished air quality, six released low levels, and two released medium levels.
The Canon, HP Color Laserjet, Ricoh and Toshiba printers – some of which are sold in Canada – were tested in an open office space in a multi-floor office building in Brisbane, Queensland. Three laser printers were tested in an experimental chamber. "
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