Research Projects

A literature search and surveys were conducted to identify and collect all available nickel emissions testing reports or information for airborne nickel releases from nickel plating operations. A comprehensive literature search of several databases (listed in Appendix C) was conducted to identify and collect available emissions-related information for the nickel plating industry. A detailed bibliography provides references for the documents cited, as well as other documents reviewed. The literature search was supplemented with survey calls to nickel plating associations, nickel plating operators and regulatory agencies (see Appendices A and B). In addition, calls were made to approximately 50 nickel plating firms or service agencies and governmental agencies for the most current information (see Appendix D). The literature search indicated that the majority of the emissions data available for nickel plating belongs to the nickel platers and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Another source of data is the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH); however, these data are limited in scope.