Aug 28, 2020 · Key Provisions of the Beryllium Standards for General Industry, Construction, and Shipyards. Set a permissible exposure limit (PEL) for beryllium of 0.2 µg/m 3, averaged over 8-hours.; Set a short-term exposure limit for beryllium of 2.0 µg/m 3, over a 15-minute sampling period.; Require employers to: use engineering and work practice controls (such as ventilation or enclosure) to limit