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Restoring old books poses specific chemical and biological risks
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Restoring and handling old books and documents exposes workers to chemical and biological hazards, including toxic mold, bacteria, and volatile organic compounds.

Evidence for · 4
Determination of Indoor Air Quality in Archives and Biodeterioration of the Documentary Heritage
2012 · cited by 118
This study highlights that documentary heritage is subject to microbial degradation by bacteria and fungi, which not only deteriorates materials but also poses health risks such as allergies and skin infections.
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The retrieved papers provide robust, multi-disciplinary evidence documenting both the biological risks (mold, bacteria, mycotoxins) and chemical risks (volatile organic compounds, residues from treatments) associated with archival materials and book restoration, thereby supporting the claim.

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Fungal Contamination of Building Materials and the Aerosolization of Particles and Toxins in Indoor Air and Their Associated Risks to Health: A Review
2023 · cited by 63
The review notes that fungal contamination on building materials and stored items can release allergens and mycotoxins into indoor air, posing direct risks to human health.
Occupational hazard exposures among archivists.
2025 · cited by 3
This systematic review identifies significant occupational hazards for archivists, specifically detailing chemical and biological risks like mold, dust mites, and volatile organic compounds.
Filamentous Fungi and the Biodeterioration of Organic Cultural Heritage Materials: A Systematic Review of Mechanisms, Risks, and Preventive Conservation Strategies
2026 · cited by 1
This study discusses how filamentous fungi cause biodeterioration of organic materials like paper through mechanical and biochemical processes, presenting ongoing risks in archives.
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first checked04 Aug 2026
judged → SUPPORTED · 8804 Aug 2026
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