GLOSSARY

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EXPOSURE

The potential loss for which an insurer is liable on a specific claim or category of claims. The degree of risk involved in insuring a particular site or peril.


EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT

Measurement or estimation of the magnitude, frequency, duration and route of exposure of humans, animals, materials or ecological components to substances in the environment. The assessment also describes the size and nature of the exposure.


EXPOSURE LIMITS

The concentration of toxic substances to which workers may be safely exposed.


EXTERIOR CLEAN

To remove damaging residues from the outer surfaces of a device, furnishing, or enclosure.


EXTINGUISHER

A fire extinguisher which discharges, water, CO2 or fine, dry powder for specific applications in fire suppression.


EXTRACTION

A restoration process in which a liquid cleaning agent or solvent is sprayed on a surface and immediately vacuumed out, removing dissolved soils or residues.


EYE PROTECTION

Recommended safety glasses, chemical splash goggles, face shields, etc.