Evaluation of Military Field-Water Quality. Volume 2. Constituents of Military Concern from Natural and Anthropogenic Sources. Part 2. Pesticides

Abstract

The purpose of this part of Volume 2 is to assess the hazard that pesticides in water pose to the health and performance of troops stationed overseas. To assess the likely exposure, the open literature was searched for reports of pesticide concentrations in water, primarily outside of the United States. Based on 15-L/d water consumption, pesticides found in concentrations causing an excess of an Acceptable Daily Intake (as proposed by the World Health Organization) were further evaluated for their toxicity and exposure potential. The assessment included information collected on quantities of pesticides used around the world. Incidents of severe contamination of water by pesticides were also investigated to identify situations that might involve serious pesticide contamination.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA241519

Entities

People

  • Fangxing Li
  • J. Kelly-reif
  • R. Scofield
  • T. Awad
  • W. Malloch

Organizations

  • Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aldrin
  • Alkenes
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Protection
  • Fish
  • Groundwater
  • Hygiene
  • Malathion
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Personnel
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Pest Control
  • Ridges
  • United States
  • Water Purification
  • Water Supplies

Fields of Study

  • Agricultural and Food sciences

Readers

  • Aviation Safety Risk Assessment.
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Infectious Disease/Epidemiology