"Poorly erected scaffolding, exposure to dangerous types of dust, and inadequate washing facilities were among the poor standards we found on some sites, " said Andrew Kingscott.

BBC: England

Authors of that study analyzed dust collected in 16 California homes in 2006 and again in 2011, testing for 49 flame retardant chemicals in household dust (the main route of human exposure to flame retardant chemicals, especially for children).

FORBES: New Studies Find Dangerous Levels Of Toxic Flame Retardants In Household Dust

You spend so much time there that dust builds up quickly and your chance of exposure is high.

CNN: Give spring a healthier shine

It assessed the possible threats to the pollinators from exposure to residues in pollen and nectar, dust and guttation fluid (some plants exude sap in the form of droplets).

BBC: Bee deaths: EU delays action on pesticides ban

Despite their exposure to losses, Wall Street firms may end up on top when the dust settles by being able to snap up loan portfolios at a steep discount.

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