Glutaraldehyde is a powerful chemical used in many industries as a disinfectant and sterilization agent against viruses, bacteria, and other dangerous substances. Industries which use Glutaraldehyde include, x-ray technicians, research laboratories, hospital staff, dialysis departments, endoscopy units, and intensive care units, and pathology laboratories.  Companies which manufacture Glutaraldehyde include Cidex®, Sonacide®, Sporicidin®, Hospex®, Omnicide®, Metricide®, and Wavicide®. Short term and long term physical ailments caused by exposure to Glutaraldehyde include

• Sudden Acute Asthma attacks
• Severe skin allergies including – eczema and skin rashes
• Drowsiness
• Headaches and dizziness
• Severely irritated eyes and ocular injuries
• Respiratory ailments – wheezing, coughing, irritation of the throat and nasal cavity
• Loss or reduction of cognition
• Damage to the central nervous system

Filing a Lawsuit for Toxic Exposure of Glutaraldehyde in the workplace: Under Federal and State OSHA standards healthcare workplace environment and other places of work where dangerous chemicals can come into contact with individuals must adopt strict safety and control guidelines.  If your place of work fails to adhere to OSHA standards then they can be held liable for your injuries. Compensation for your injuries is based on numerous factors. In assessing any monetary settlement the court will look at

• Your hospitalization and medical care costs associated with the exposure
• Any future medical and rehabilitation costs
• Lost wages and loss of income arising from your injuries
• Pain and Suffering including metal anguish

Downtown LA Law is a California based National Law Firm protecting the rights of injured workers across the county. If you have any legal questions and would like to speak to an attorney regarding your rights call (855) 339-8879 More Information: CDC – Glutaraldehyde Occupational hazards in Hospitals OSHA: Safety Standards for the use of Glutaraldehyde