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 operate unattended while it monitors work processes, filter penetration breakthrough, etc. In some cases, the photometer and the data acquisition system together are sufficiently small that they can be worn by a worker. These photometers can be used to provide a time-dependent profile of exposure over a work period as well as an integrated time-weighted average exposure. In addition, the worker can be made aware of aerosol concentrations while carrying out his tasks so that he can modify work practices to reduce exposure.

It should be noted that the concentration of any contaminant in the air can be highly variable. Therefore, a single measurement of concentration, especially with a direct-reading instrument, should only be considered in the context of other measurements and the environmental conditions. 1/15/98