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477 HHE reports were found based on your search terms. Reports are listed in order of year published with the most recently published reports listed first.
Year Published and Title
(1982) Electrodyne Company, Batavia, Ohio. (Click to open report) Employee exposure to lead (7439921) at the Electrodyne Company (SIC- 3499) in Batavia, Ohio was investigated. The survey request came from the Vice President of the company who was concerned that 20 employees involved in the production of a millable magnetic material were dangerously exposed to airborne lead. An OSHA survey had found measured airborne lead concentrations above their permissible value of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. In addition, management requested assistance in designing and ... (Click to show more)Employee exposure to lead (7439921) at the Electrodyne Company (SIC- 3499) in Batavia, Ohio was investigated. The survey request came from the Vice President of the company who was concerned that 20 employees involved in the production of a millable magnetic material were dangerously exposed to airborne lead. An OSHA survey had found measured airborne lead concentrations above their permissible value of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. In addition, management requested assistance in designing and evaluating controls for reducing lead exposure. Environmental measurements of lead and particulates conducted on August 12, 1981 showed lead concentrations from 9 to 460 micrograms per cubic meter. On January 12, 1982, after installation of exhaust hoods at the suggestion of NIOSH, lead concentrations ranged from 22 to 800 micrograms per cubic meter. The author concludes that neither general exhaust ventilation nor limited local exhaust ventilation were sufficient to reduce airborne concentrations of total particulates to below the recommended criteria of 10 milligrams per cubic meter. The authors suggest that additional local exhaust ventilation and administrative controls be installed.
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(1982) Federal Correctional Institution, Miami, Florida. (Click to open report) Working conditions in the Industry Building at the Federal Correctional Institution (SIC-9223), Miami, Florida were investigated on May 12 to 14, 1981. About 40 inmates were employed to assemble electronic cables. An industrial hygiene investigation was conducted to determine if workers were adversely affected by exposure to methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933) (MEK), 1,1,1-trichloroethane (71556) (methyl-chloroform), and soldering fumes. The survey was prompted by complaints of headaches, dizziness, nau... (Click to show more)Working conditions in the Industry Building at the Federal Correctional Institution (SIC-9223), Miami, Florida were investigated on May 12 to 14, 1981. About 40 inmates were employed to assemble electronic cables. An industrial hygiene investigation was conducted to determine if workers were adversely affected by exposure to methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933) (MEK), 1,1,1-trichloroethane (71556) (methyl-chloroform), and soldering fumes. The survey was prompted by complaints of headaches, dizziness, nausea, and related symptoms. Personal exposures were determined by collecting air samples. The highest exposures to MEK and methyl-chloroform were 89.2 and 15 parts per million (ppm), respectively. The NIOSH recommended standards for MEK and methyl-chloroform are 200ppm and 350ppm, respectively. Toluene-2,4-diisocyanate (584849) (TDI) was found in the breathing zone of one inmate at a concentration of hour time weighted average. General dilution ventilation was inadequate at the work site. Liver enzymes were elevated in three workers exposed to TDI. The author concludes that a potential health hazard did exist as a result of TDI exposure. However, the symptoms of TDI exposure are not consistent with the symptoms reported by the inmates. Elevated liver enzyme findings could not be explained.
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(1982) Federal Reserve Bank, Cincinnati, Ohio. (Click to open report) Lead (7439921) exposures among bank guards during indoor shooting practice were investigated. The management of the Cincinnati Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank (SIC-6011) requested the study which was performed on October 6, 1981. The shooting range is used by about 25 guards. Seven personal breathing zone air samples were collected during shooting and ventilation measurements were conducted. One shooter was exposed to lead at an 8 hour time weighted average (TWA) concentration of 4.0 microgra... (Click to show more)Lead (7439921) exposures among bank guards during indoor shooting practice were investigated. The management of the Cincinnati Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank (SIC-6011) requested the study which was performed on October 6, 1981. The shooting range is used by about 25 guards. Seven personal breathing zone air samples were collected during shooting and ventilation measurements were conducted. One shooter was exposed to lead at an 8 hour time weighted average (TWA) concentration of 4.0 micrograms per cubic meter (microg/m3). Five shooters were exposed to concentrations below the limit of detection of 3microg/m3. The range tester was exposed to TWA concentrations of lead at 3.0microg/m3 and of zinc at 10microg/m3. The OSHA standards for inorganic lead and zinc-oxide are 50microg/m3 and 5000microg/m3, respectively. The ventilation system was imbalanced as more air was supplied than was properly exhausted. The author concludes that a hazard from overexposure to lead and zinc did not exist.
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(1982) Ferro Corporation, Cleveland, Ohio. (Click to open report) Environmental air sampling was conducted, blood specimens collected, and medical surveys performed, to determined employee exposures to lead (7439921) and cadmium (7440439) at the Ferro Corporation (SIC- 2810) in Cleveland, Ohio on May 23 and 24, 1980 and March 16 to 20, 1981. A representative of the United Steelworkers of America, Local 1170, requested the evaluation on behalf of an unspecified number of workers in the Coatings and Color Divisions of the Company. In the Coatings Division, perso... (Click to show more)Environmental air sampling was conducted, blood specimens collected, and medical surveys performed, to determined employee exposures to lead (7439921) and cadmium (7440439) at the Ferro Corporation (SIC- 2810) in Cleveland, Ohio on May 23 and 24, 1980 and March 16 to 20, 1981. A representative of the United Steelworkers of America, Local 1170, requested the evaluation on behalf of an unspecified number of workers in the Coatings and Color Divisions of the Company. In the Coatings Division, personal exposure to airborne lead ranged from 0 to 359 micrograms per cubic meter, compared with the OSHA standard of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. All cadmium samples taken in the Coatings Division were below the OSHA recommended standard of 200 micrograms per cubic meter. In the Color Division, cadmium exposures ranged from 0 to 384 micrograms per cubic meter. Twenty three of 109 workers tested had blood lead concentrations of 40 micrograms per deciliter or above. Smelter operators in the Coatings Division had the highest blood lead concentrations. Twenty one workers had blood cadmium concentrations of 0.7 micrograms per deciliter or above. Blood urea nitrogen concentrations were elevated in 18 of 109 workers, serum creatinine concentrations were elevated in 8 workers, and serum uric acid concentrations were elevated in 12 workers. Thirty five workers had one or more abnormal kidney function test results. Three workers with a history of exposure to silica dust had chest radiographs with evidence of mild pneumoconiosis. The authors conclude that health hazards existed at this facility as a result of excessive exposures to airborne lead, cadmium, and silica dust. They recommend the establishment of an industrial health program, reduction of lead and cadmium exposures, several engineering control measures, medical follow up of affected workers, and medical screening.
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(1982) Firing Range - U.S. Court House, Kansas City, Missouri. (Click to open report) Exposures to lead (7439921) at an indoor firing range (SIC-9221) were investigated on September 10, 1982 at the U.S. Court House in Kansas City, Missouri. The evaluation was requested by the General Services Administration on behalf of the users of the range. Breathing zone and general area air samples for lead analysis were collected after 120 rounds of ammunition were discharged over a 65 minute period. Ventilation was also evaluated. One shooter was exposed to 79.5 micrograms per cubic meter ... (Click to show more)Exposures to lead (7439921) at an indoor firing range (SIC-9221) were investigated on September 10, 1982 at the U.S. Court House in Kansas City, Missouri. The evaluation was requested by the General Services Administration on behalf of the users of the range. Breathing zone and general area air samples for lead analysis were collected after 120 rounds of ammunition were discharged over a 65 minute period. Ventilation was also evaluated. One shooter was exposed to 79.5 micrograms per cubic meter of lead, exceeding the OSHA standard of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. The general area lead concentrations ranged from 90.3 to 488 micrograms per cubic meter. The greatest concentration occurred in firing booth three, this was the booth in which the greatest personal lead exposure also occurred. Ventilation was generally adequate but severe fluctuations in air flow were recorded. The author concludes that a potential lead exposure hazard exists at the firing range. He recommends improved ventilation, use of nonlead bullets, and biological monitoring of range users.
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(1982) Firing Range Police Department, Cape Girardeau, Missouri. (Click to open report) Potential lead (7439921) exposures to persons using the indoor firing range at the Cape Girardeau firing range, Missouri State Police Department (SIC-9221) were investigated. The Police Department requested the study which was conducted on June 16 and 17, 1982. There were four firing stations on the range. Each station was 4 feet, 3 inches wide and 8 feet high. Area and breathing zone air samples were analyzed. Samples ranged from 759 to 1520 micrograms per cubic meter of lead compared to an OSH... (Click to show more)Potential lead (7439921) exposures to persons using the indoor firing range at the Cape Girardeau firing range, Missouri State Police Department (SIC-9221) were investigated. The Police Department requested the study which was conducted on June 16 and 17, 1982. There were four firing stations on the range. Each station was 4 feet, 3 inches wide and 8 feet high. Area and breathing zone air samples were analyzed. Samples ranged from 759 to 1520 micrograms per cubic meter of lead compared to an OSHA 8 hour time weighted average of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. The ventilation system was totally inadequate to provide sufficient air movement. The author concludes that a substantial hazard of occupational exposure to lead exists when the range is used. The author provides recommendations related to medical surveillance, ventilation, material substitutions, respiratory protection, and improved operations procedures. Biological monitoring to ascertain blood lead concentrations is of vital importance.
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(1982) FMC Corporation, Tipton, Indiana. (Click to open report) Worker exposure to paints and solvents at the FMC Fire Apparatus Facility (SIC-7535 and SIC-3711), Tipton, Indiana was investigated. Local 2166 of the United Steel Workers of America requested the evaluation which was performed on May 18 to 21 and September 28 to October 1, 1981. Personal and area air samples were collected for assessing exposure to various organic solvents, hexamethylene- diisocyanate (822060) (HMDI), lead (7439921), and nuisance particulates. Medical assessments were made on f... (Click to show more)Worker exposure to paints and solvents at the FMC Fire Apparatus Facility (SIC-7535 and SIC-3711), Tipton, Indiana was investigated. Local 2166 of the United Steel Workers of America requested the evaluation which was performed on May 18 to 21 and September 28 to October 1, 1981. Personal and area air samples were collected for assessing exposure to various organic solvents, hexamethylene- diisocyanate (822060) (HMDI), lead (7439921), and nuisance particulates. Medical assessments were made on five current and two former workers. Nuisance particulates ranged from 19.8 to 35.4 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/m3) compared to an OSHA standard of 15mg/m3; lead ranged from 0.01 to 1.54mg/m3 (OSHA: 0.05mg/m3); HMDI peaked at 180mg/m3 (NIOSH: 0.035mg/m3), and HMDI-Biuret peaked at 111mg/m3. None of the individuals evaluated showed any signs of excessive absorption of lead, chromium, or organic solvents. The authors conclude that a health hazard due to overexposures to HMDI, lead, and nuisance particulates existed at the FMC Corporation. Recommendations for respirators, use of barrier creams, proper eyecare, painting procedures, and improved personal and workplace hygiene are offered.
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(1982) Gould Incorporated, Caldwell, Ohio. (Click to open report) The relationship between four cases of multiple sclerosis (MS) and occupational exposure at Gould Incorporated (SIC-3325 and SIC-3568), Caldwell, Ohio was investigated. At the request of an employee representative, environmental and medical surveys were conducted in May, October, and November of 1979. Four hundred workers were engaged in manufacturing bushings and bearings at the site. Airborne lead (7439921) concentrations in the production or clevite area measured in 25 personal breathing zone... (Click to show more)The relationship between four cases of multiple sclerosis (MS) and occupational exposure at Gould Incorporated (SIC-3325 and SIC-3568), Caldwell, Ohio was investigated. At the request of an employee representative, environmental and medical surveys were conducted in May, October, and November of 1979. Four hundred workers were engaged in manufacturing bushings and bearings at the site. Airborne lead (7439921) concentrations in the production or clevite area measured in 25 personal breathing zones ranged from 3 to 217 micrograms per cubic meter with three samples exceeding the OSHA lead standard of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. Three area air samples for lead ranged from 64 to 1217 micrograms per cubic meter. Eighty three percent of clevite area workers had blood lead concentrations greater than 40 micrograms per deciliter compared to 11 of 179 workers engaged in other operations. Review of the records of the four employees with MS did not indicate any association with exposure at the facility. The authors conclude that there is no evidence that exposures at the site have resulted in MS. Clevite workers are experiencing increased absorption of lead. The authors recommend the implementation of respiratory protection and medical surveillance programs to reduce lead exposure.
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(1982) Master Metals, Incorporated, Cleveland, Ohio. (Click to open report) Exposures to metals at Master Metals, Incorporated (SIC-3341), Cleveland, Ohio were investigated. Local 735 of the United Steelworkers of America requested the study after workers had complained of digestive disturbances, constipation, and headaches at the lead smelter. The study was performed in September 1980 and May and October 1981. Environmental measurements were made to determine worker exposure to metal, and medical evaluations were conducted. Air lead (7439921) concentrations ranged from... (Click to show more)Exposures to metals at Master Metals, Incorporated (SIC-3341), Cleveland, Ohio were investigated. Local 735 of the United Steelworkers of America requested the study after workers had complained of digestive disturbances, constipation, and headaches at the lead smelter. The study was performed in September 1980 and May and October 1981. Environmental measurements were made to determine worker exposure to metal, and medical evaluations were conducted. Air lead (7439921) concentrations ranged from 159 to 4830 micrograms per cubic meter of air, all of which exceeded the OSHA lead standard of 50 micrograms per cubic meter. Nonproduction as well as production areas were contaminated. Airborne arsenic (7440382) concentrations in 4 of 11 personal samples exceeded the NIOSH recommended criterion of 2.0 micrograms per cubic meter. Medical surveys demonstrated high lead absorption, a high prevalence of low hemoglobins with grossly elevated free erythrocyte protoporphyrins, and a high prevalence of kidney function abnormalities. The authors conclude that a serious health hazard of overexposure to airborne lead and arsenic existed at Master Metals. Recommendations on engineering controls, work practices, and housekeeping to control these hazards are provided.
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(1982) Matryx Corporation, Sharonville, Ohio. (Click to open report) AA survey of exposure to inorganic lead (7439921) and hexavalent chromium (7440473) at a paint spray booth at the Matryx Corporation (SIC-3494), Sharonville, Ohio, was conducted. The Corporation's Safety Coordinator requested the survey which was performed on October 1, and December 9, 1981. Personal samples for lead and chromium were collected and measured for the two spray painters. The face spray velocity of the paint spray booth was measured. Workers were interviewed and previously collected... (Click to show more)AA survey of exposure to inorganic lead (7439921) and hexavalent chromium (7440473) at a paint spray booth at the Matryx Corporation (SIC-3494), Sharonville, Ohio, was conducted. The Corporation's Safety Coordinator requested the survey which was performed on October 1, and December 9, 1981. Personal samples for lead and chromium were collected and measured for the two spray painters. The face spray velocity of the paint spray booth was measured. Workers were interviewed and previously collected blood lead samples were reviewed. Operators were potentially exposed to airborne lead concentrations of 97 to 1356 micrograms per cubic meter (microg/m3), above the OSHA limit of 50microg/m3. Hexavalent chromium exposure was undetectable to 23microg/m3, above the NIOSH standard of 1microg/m3, but below the OSHA ceiling value of 100microg/m3. The average face velocity of the paint spray booth was 70 linear feet per minute. Blood lead concentrations of the workers were below 30 micrograms per 100 milliliters, and no health problems were reported. The author concludes that even though lead and chromium exposures were above recommended values, blood lead concentrations were within current criteria. He recommends respiratory protection and frequent filter changes in the paint spray booths.
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