What is an Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL)?
Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL) is a general term for the amount of a workplace health hazard that most workers can be exposed to without harming their health. There are different OELs for different workplace health hazards, such as the amount of a chemical in the air and the loudness of noise. OELs may protect workers from both • short-term health problems like irritation or drowsiness • long-term health problems like liver damage or hearing loss.
