What Are Some Examples of Toxic Thresholds in Practice?
An example of a toxic threshold in practice is the Threshold Limit Value (TLV), which is used to indicate safe levels of exposure in occupational settings. For instance, the TLV for carbon monoxide is set at 25 parts per million (ppm) for an 8-hour workday. Similarly, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for drinking water contaminants based on toxic thresholds to ensure water safety.
