Oljeexponering

Oljeexponering refers to the contact humans or the environment have with petroleum-based products. This can occur in various settings, from industrial workplaces where oil extraction, refining, and manufacturing take place, to everyday life through the use of gasoline, lubricants, and countless plastic-derived items. Environmental exposure can stem from oil spills, industrial emissions, or the slow degradation of petroleum products in soil and water.

In occupational settings, workers can be exposed through inhalation of oil vapors, skin contact with liquid oil or contaminated surfaces, or accidental ingestion. The specific risks associated with oljeexponering in the workplace depend on the type of petroleum product, the concentration, the duration of exposure, and the protective measures in place. Health effects can range from skin irritation and respiratory problems to more serious long-term conditions, depending on the chemicals involved.

Environmental oljeexponering poses significant threats to ecosystems. Marine life can be directly harmed by oil slicks, affecting birds, mammals, and fish through ingestion or coating. Terrestrial environments can suffer from contaminated soil and water, impacting plant and animal life. The breakdown of petroleum products can also release harmful volatile organic compounds into the atmosphere. Awareness and mitigation strategies are crucial to reduce both human and environmental oljeexponering.