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HHE Search Results
1058 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.
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(1981) Hensel Phelps Construction Company, Greeley, Colorado. (Click to open report) Worker exposures to asbestos (1332214) were surveyed during hotel construction operations (SIC-1542) in Greeley, Colorado on November 18, 1980. The management of Hensel Phelps Construction Company requested the evaluation on behalf of four carpenters who worked with asbestos sheetboard. Four breathing zone samples and one area air sample were collected on AA filters and were counted on a phase contrast microscope. The samples contained asbestos concentrations of 50,000 to 320,000 fibers per cubi... (Click to show more)Worker exposures to asbestos (1332214) were surveyed during hotel construction operations (SIC-1542) in Greeley, Colorado on November 18, 1980. The management of Hensel Phelps Construction Company requested the evaluation on behalf of four carpenters who worked with asbestos sheetboard. Four breathing zone samples and one area air sample were collected on AA filters and were counted on a phase contrast microscope. The samples contained asbestos concentrations of 50,000 to 320,000 fibers per cubic meter greater than 5 microns in length, below the OSHA standard of 2,000,000 fibers per cubic meter greater than 5 microns in length. Inadequate use of respirators was noted. The author concludes that the workers are exposed to hazardous amounts of asbestos. Recommendations include implementation of an adequate respiratory protection program, promotion of good personal and workplace hygiene habits, and worker education concerning asbestos exposure hazards.
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(1981) Hercules Incorporated, Covington, Virginia. (Click to open report) On September 29, 1980 NIOSH received a request from the United Paperworkers International Union, Local 884, for a health hazard evaluation at Hercules Incorporated, Covington, Virginia. The request stated that employees were exposed to dust containing bird droppings and that an employee has contracted a fungal disease, possible as a result of this exposure. During a site visit in November, 1980, fourteen dust and soil samples were collected form building at the plant and form the back yard of th... (Click to show more)On September 29, 1980 NIOSH received a request from the United Paperworkers International Union, Local 884, for a health hazard evaluation at Hercules Incorporated, Covington, Virginia. The request stated that employees were exposed to dust containing bird droppings and that an employee has contracted a fungal disease, possible as a result of this exposure. During a site visit in November, 1980, fourteen dust and soil samples were collected form building at the plant and form the back yard of the dwelling of the diseased employee. Using established culture techniques it was determined the one of the samples, collected in a plant warehouse, contained Cryptococcus neoformans. The remaining samples were negative for pathogenic fungi. Cryptococcus neoformans can cause disseminated fungal disease but since the specific fungus in the diseased employee has not been identified it is impossible to determine whether he contracted the disease through exposure in his work place.
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(1981) Homestake Mining Company, Lead, South Dakota. (Click to open report) Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for lead (7439921), mercury (7439976), silica (7631869), total and respirable dust, asbestos (1332214), hydrogen-chloride (7647010), manganese (7439965), iron-oxide (1309371), chromium (7440473), total welding fumes, toluene (108883), and xylene (1330207), and medical surveys were conducted at the Homestake Mining Company (SIC-3330) in Lead, South Dakota on February 28, and May 15, 1978. A representative of the United Steelworkers of America, ... (Click to show more)Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for lead (7439921), mercury (7439976), silica (7631869), total and respirable dust, asbestos (1332214), hydrogen-chloride (7647010), manganese (7439965), iron-oxide (1309371), chromium (7440473), total welding fumes, toluene (108883), and xylene (1330207), and medical surveys were conducted at the Homestake Mining Company (SIC-3330) in Lead, South Dakota on February 28, and May 15, 1978. A representative of the United Steelworkers of America, Local 7084, requested the evaluation on behalf of workers in the milling operation, refinery operation, and the assay office. All personal air samples for lead in the refinery and furnace area of the assay office contained concentrations above the OSHA standard of 50 micrograms per cubic meter ranging from 67 to 12,300 micrograms per cubic meter. Two of three air mercury samples in the refinery and the mill exceeded the NIOSH recommended standard of 0.050 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/CuM), ranging from 0.048 to 0.070mg/CuM. In the assay office, all air samples for respirable silica exceeded the NIOSH recommended standard of 0.05mg/CuM, ranging from 0.15 to 1.33mg/CuM. Three of nine samples for respirable particulate dust exceeded the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists standard of 5.00mg/CuM, ranging from 0.36 to 22.28mg/CuM. Asbestos air concentrations were less than the NIOSH recommended standard of 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter. All six air samples for hydrogen- chloride in the refinery were below the OSHA standard of 7.0mg/CuM. Total and respirable particulate dust concentrations in the furnace charging operation exceeded their corresponding standards. The authors conclude that a health hazard from overexposures to lead, mercury, silica, and total respirable particulates existed at this facility. They recommend worker education, medical surveillance, and several control measures.
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(1981) International Harvester, Truck Engineering and Design Center, Ft. Wayne, Indiana. (Click to open report) Worker exposures to wood dusts, resins, and solvents were surveyed on February 3 and 4, 1981 at the International Harvester Truck Engineering and Design Center (SIC-3999) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The evaluation was requested by a representative of the Society of Engineering Employees Union on behalf of 17 styling department workers who reported skin and eye irritations. Bulk samples and area and personal air samples were collected, and the ventilation system was evaluated. Exposures to various so... (Click to show more)Worker exposures to wood dusts, resins, and solvents were surveyed on February 3 and 4, 1981 at the International Harvester Truck Engineering and Design Center (SIC-3999) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The evaluation was requested by a representative of the Society of Engineering Employees Union on behalf of 17 styling department workers who reported skin and eye irritations. Bulk samples and area and personal air samples were collected, and the ventilation system was evaluated. Exposures to various solvents, bisphenol-A (80057) and its diglycidyl-ether, wood dusts, and cured resin particulates were all within acceptable limits. Ventilation was not adequate in controlling cured resin dusts generated during the use of hand held grinders. Several work practice deficiencies were identified. The author concludes that no hazardous exposures exist at this facility, however recommendations are included for improved workplace hygiene, personal hygiene, work practices, ventilation, and medical monitoring.
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(1981) La Rosa Fuel Company, Clarksburg, WV. (Click for full summary) In response to a request from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), NIOSH evaluated possible hazardous working conditions at the La Rosa Fuel Company, Clarksburg, West Virginia. Particular attention was given to the prevalence of pneumoconiosis in the working population. Chest radiograph and spirometric testing was performed on the workers and a questionnaire was distributed dealing with occupational and smoking histories along with pulmonary symptoms. Of the 87 workers eligible to p... (Click to show more)In response to a request from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), NIOSH evaluated possible hazardous working conditions at the La Rosa Fuel Company, Clarksburg, West Virginia. Particular attention was given to the prevalence of pneumoconiosis in the working population. Chest radiograph and spirometric testing was performed on the workers and a questionnaire was distributed dealing with occupational and smoking histories along with pulmonary symptoms. Of the 87 workers eligible to participate, responses were received from 70. Sixty of these men had no exposure to drilling and no evidence of pneumoconiosis was found among them. The other ten men had surface drilling experience. Three cases of silicosis were identified in these ten men. Acute silicosis associated with severe respiratory impairment was diagnosed in one and the other two had simple silicosis and normal lung function. Of 20 personal dust samples collected for these men, only 1 exceeded the MSHA limit of 2mg/m3 respirable dust. Recommendations were made based on an earlier study regarding means of controlling the dust generated on the job. Suggestions were also made for training and medical surveillance of workers.
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(1981) Lithium Corporation of America, Bessemer City, North Carolina. (Click to open report) Worker exposures to lithium (7439932) compounds, free silica (7631869), and n-hexane were surveyed on February 4 to 7 and August 25 to 27, 1980 at the Lithium Corporation of America (SIC-2819) in Bessemer City, North Carolina. The evaluation was requested by the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers Union, Local 3-802, on behalf on an unspecified number of workers. Personal and area air samples were collected, and workers completed health questionnaires and provided blood samples for lithium analysis... (Click to show more)Worker exposures to lithium (7439932) compounds, free silica (7631869), and n-hexane were surveyed on February 4 to 7 and August 25 to 27, 1980 at the Lithium Corporation of America (SIC-2819) in Bessemer City, North Carolina. The evaluation was requested by the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers Union, Local 3-802, on behalf on an unspecified number of workers. Personal and area air samples were collected, and workers completed health questionnaires and provided blood samples for lithium analysis. Two personal samples from the lithium grinding room and one from the packing room exceed the OSHA 15 milligram per cubic meter (mg/cu m) standard for total dust. Lithium exposure was greatest in the lithium-carbonate (554132) grinding room. Lithium-hydroxide (1310652) exposures ranged up to 171mg/cu m. All n-hexane and silica concentrations were below the respective OSHA standards of 500 parts per million and 10mg/cu m divided by the percentage of quartz plus 2. All but two blood samples contained no detectable lithium; the two samples contained lithium concentrations below the therapeutic effect threshold of 2.8 to 8.3 milligrams per liter. Workers exposed to lithium-hydroxide and lithium-carbonate reported a significant prevalence of upper respiratory tract and skin irritations. The authors conclude that workers are exposed to excessive amounts of lithium-carbonate dusts as nuisance dust. Several engineering and personal protective control measures are recommended.
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(1981) Lockland Post Office, Lockland, Ohio. (Click to open report) Area airborne and bulk dust and water samples were analyzed for fiber and particulate content at the Lockland Post Office (SIC-4311) in Lockland, Ohio, on July 24, 1981. A representative of the American Postal Workers Union, Branch 43, requested the evaluation on behalf of approximately 43 affected workers. Cellulose wood and paper fibers along with aluminum silicates, calcium (7440702) and iron (7439896) dust particles were found in most samples, and were considered common constituents of norma... (Click to show more)Area airborne and bulk dust and water samples were analyzed for fiber and particulate content at the Lockland Post Office (SIC-4311) in Lockland, Ohio, on July 24, 1981. A representative of the American Postal Workers Union, Branch 43, requested the evaluation on behalf of approximately 43 affected workers. Cellulose wood and paper fibers along with aluminum silicates, calcium (7440702) and iron (7439896) dust particles were found in most samples, and were considered common constituents of normal soil and atmospheric dusts. No asbestos or fibrous glass was found in any of the air, bulk, or water samples. The authors conclude that a health hazard did not exist at this facility. They recommend regular maintenance of the ventilation system, limiting the use of floor fans, the use of vacuums for dust removal, and frequent cleaning of the coffee pots and use of a cover over the coffee pots.
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(1981) Marble Products of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee. (Click to open report) Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for styrene (100425), acetone (67641), toluene (108883), dusts, and methyl-ethyl- ketone (78933) at Marble Products of Memphis (SIC-2821 and 3079), in Memphis, Tennessee, on February 18 to 19, 1981. The owners of the facility requested the evaluation on behalf of approximately three affected workers. Styrene concentrations ranged from 0.1 to 83.0 parts per million (ppm), compared with the OSHA 8 hour time weighted average standard of 100ppm. A... (Click to show more)Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for styrene (100425), acetone (67641), toluene (108883), dusts, and methyl-ethyl- ketone (78933) at Marble Products of Memphis (SIC-2821 and 3079), in Memphis, Tennessee, on February 18 to 19, 1981. The owners of the facility requested the evaluation on behalf of approximately three affected workers. Styrene concentrations ranged from 0.1 to 83.0 parts per million (ppm), compared with the OSHA 8 hour time weighted average standard of 100ppm. Acetone, toluene, and methyl-ethyl- ketone were detected in concentrations well below respective OSHA standards of 1000, 200, and 200ppm. Marble dust concentrations were also well below the OSHA standard of 15.0 milligrams per cubic meter. The author concludes that a health hazard from the sampled substances did not exist at this facility. He recommends that in view of the possible carcinogenicity of styrene, exposure to this chemical be minimized by product substitution, engineering controls, and the use of personal protective equipment.
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(1981) Martin Marietta Aluminum, Lewisport, Kentucky. (Click to open report) Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for particulate concentrations and chlorine (7782505) at Martin Marietta Aluminum (SIC-3341) in Lewisport, Kentucky on April 7 to 8, 1980. Medical questionnaires were administered to all 23 day shift employees in the cast and remelt department. An unidentified individual requested the evaluation on behalf of approximately 100 workers. Particulate matter sampled was composed almost entirely of aluminum- oxide (1344281). Total airborne particula... (Click to show more)Environmental and personal air samples were analyzed for particulate concentrations and chlorine (7782505) at Martin Marietta Aluminum (SIC-3341) in Lewisport, Kentucky on April 7 to 8, 1980. Medical questionnaires were administered to all 23 day shift employees in the cast and remelt department. An unidentified individual requested the evaluation on behalf of approximately 100 workers. Particulate matter sampled was composed almost entirely of aluminum- oxide (1344281). Total airborne particulate concentrations ranged from 0.8 to 4.5 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/cu m), with a mean of 1.9mg/cu m. Respirable dust concentrations ranged from 0.2 to total nuisance dust and the ACGIH threshold limit values of 10mg/cu m for total nuisance dust, and 5mg/cu m for respirable dust. No chlorine was detected. Twenty two of the 23 workers interviewed reported intermittent exposures to dross dust, or chlorine followed by acute mucous membrane irritation symptoms. The authors conclude that no hazardous exposures to chlorine or dust exist in the cast and remelt department, although intermittent exposures may occur. They recommend the initiation of a medical surveillance program, preventive maintenance of the chlorine flux lines, use of personal protective equipment when appropriate, and good personal hygiene.
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(1981) Metamora Products Corporation, Elkland, Pennsylvania. (Click to open report) Worker exposures to organic solvents and dust were surveyed on September 17, 1980 at Metamora Products Corporation (SIC-2821) in Elkland, Pennsylvania. The evaluation was requested by an unspecified number of company employees. Air samples were collected on the injection molding area and were analyzed for total particulates, acrylonitrile (107131), styrene (100425), and 1,3- butadiene (106990) vapor. Workers also were interviewed about work related health disorders. Concentrations of all agents ... (Click to show more)Worker exposures to organic solvents and dust were surveyed on September 17, 1980 at Metamora Products Corporation (SIC-2821) in Elkland, Pennsylvania. The evaluation was requested by an unspecified number of company employees. Air samples were collected on the injection molding area and were analyzed for total particulates, acrylonitrile (107131), styrene (100425), and 1,3- butadiene (106990) vapor. Workers also were interviewed about work related health disorders. Concentrations of all agents were below the environmental criteria of 45, 420, 2,200, and 10 milligrams per cubic meter for acrylonitrile, styrene, 1,3-butadiene, and total particulates, respectively. Two employees reported dryness of nasal mucous membranes. The authors conclude that no health hazard exists at this company. They recommend worker education about the hazards of chemicals used at the workplace, good personal hygiene and work practices, and regular servicing of local exhaust ventilation systems.
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