Printer Proximity

[lady_p_gold]

Does anyone know if there are any rules and regs about being near a printer, one has just suddenly appeared next to me at work and it is in constant use and I am wondering what I am breathing in all day ! I did go to the Health and Safety Executive website but couldn't seem to find anything ...........

[pagey]

I have a pen on my desk. I am concerned it may be adversely affecting my karma. Is there anyone from whom I can claim compensation?

Lol - sorry.

I don't think you'll find it will have any effect on you. Some printers use molten wax inks but I'm sure you'll be OK. I think the irritating noise will be most significant!

[flipflop104]

Not true - some printers do give off fumes - do you have a Health and Safety rep? I would ask for a workstation assessment and bring it up then.

[spaced]

toner ink is a carciagenic (sp), which can be harmful, but i wouldnt worry about such a trivial thing. If you were worried about everything that could harm you in this world you would live in a air bubble. chill out!

[lady_p_gold]

Thanks for the replies, I do suffer from very bad bronchitis sometimes so I am probably a bit paranoid. Anyway they are moving it now !!

[Elfin]

Ozone emission is the biggest concern with laser printers and photocopiers in my experience.

See here http://www.safety.ed.ac.uk/resources/General/printers.shtm for more info.