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In a follow up to a recent article on BizToolBelt about the health hazards of your printer, here is a little more information. A recent study, released by The Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia, showed the results of a study done on particle emissions from printers. 

The University tested the theory that printers contribute to indoor air pollution. Their study monitored printer particle emission concentration for 48 hours in a large open-plan office and outdoors to assess the potential health impact.The study tested a total of 62 printers, Canons, HPs, Ricohs and Toshibas. Of the 62, 17 were high emitters and 37 non-emitters. The remaining printers fell somewhere in between.

Obviously, some precautions should be taken in the office as indoor pollutants have been proven to be a health hazard. Limit use, purchase only non-emitting printers, keep printers away from workers (give them their own room) and make sure to have proper ventilation.