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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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(1977) Arapahoe Pattern Company, Englewood, Colorado. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation was conducted by NIOSH on September 28- 29, 1977, at the Arapahoe Pattern Company, Englewood, Colorado, a facility that manufactures wood patterns (SIC-3553) intended for foundry use. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the 6 affected employees regarding potential exposures associated to wood pattern making. Analysis of breathing zone air samples revealed that the concentrations of methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933), isopropanol (67630) a... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation was conducted by NIOSH on September 28- 29, 1977, at the Arapahoe Pattern Company, Englewood, Colorado, a facility that manufactures wood patterns (SIC-3553) intended for foundry use. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the 6 affected employees regarding potential exposures associated to wood pattern making. Analysis of breathing zone air samples revealed that the concentrations of methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933), isopropanol (67630) and acetone (67641) were below the most recent evaluation criteria. The nonallergenic wood dust evaluation criteria was exceeded in 1 of 6 samples. One of the workers complained of nasal congestion and an allergic reaction to mahogany dust. Dermatitis was identified in another worker. The results show that a health hazard existed at the time of the survey. Recommendations are made for improved ventilation, use of respirators and barrier cream, and other safety and sanitary measures.
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(1977) Artanis, Inc, New York, New York. (Click to open report) Exposures to polychlorinated-biphenyls (1336363) (PCB) and solvents were surveyed at Artanis Offset, Inc. (SIC-2731) in New York, New York on December 1 and 2, 1976. The evaluation was requested by the company owner on behalf of an unspecified number of workers. Samples were below OSHA standards of 50 parts per million (ppm) for cyclohexane (110827), 500ppm for petroleum naphthas, and 10ppm for benzene (71432). No PCBs were detected in the ink used by the printer, and atmospheric PCB concentrati... (Click to show more)Exposures to polychlorinated-biphenyls (1336363) (PCB) and solvents were surveyed at Artanis Offset, Inc. (SIC-2731) in New York, New York on December 1 and 2, 1976. The evaluation was requested by the company owner on behalf of an unspecified number of workers. Samples were below OSHA standards of 50 parts per million (ppm) for cyclohexane (110827), 500ppm for petroleum naphthas, and 10ppm for benzene (71432). No PCBs were detected in the ink used by the printer, and atmospheric PCB concentrations were 0.1 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/cu m), well below the OSHA standards of 1.0 and evaluation criteria. Spray powder used in the facility contained 1 percent fibrous asbestos (1332214). About 10 percent of the powder contained minerals similar to asbestos. The author recommends that a local ventilation system be used on the offset printer to minimize the release of dust, or that a substitute powder without asbestos be used.
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(1977) Certain-Teed Products, Inc., Richmond, California. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on September 29-30, 1976, to determine whether materials used in the production of asphalt shingles and rolled roofing materials (SIC- 2952) are toxic in the concentrations found at the Certain-Teed Products Corporation plant, Richmond, California. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding the exposure of approximately 50 affected employees to various toxic dusts and fumes. Environ... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on September 29-30, 1976, to determine whether materials used in the production of asphalt shingles and rolled roofing materials (SIC- 2952) are toxic in the concentrations found at the Certain-Teed Products Corporation plant, Richmond, California. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding the exposure of approximately 50 affected employees to various toxic dusts and fumes. Environmental surveys revealed that employees working in and around the coater line for roofing shingles were exposed to excessive concentration of limestone (1317653) and other nuisance dusts, while those employed in the slate operation were exposed to potentially toxic concentrations of a dust which contain crystalline silica (7631869). Exposure to benzo(a)pyrene (50328) other polynuclear aromatics, alpha-naphthylamine (134327), beta-naphthylamine (91598), aliphatic hydrocarbons, benzene (71432) and other aromatic hydrocarbons were not toxic. Exposure to asphalt fumes could not be adequately determined with the current sampling and analytical methods. There were only signs of irritation from exposure to dust and fumes among the 18 employees interviewed.
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(1977) Certain-Teed Products, Inc., Tacoma, Washington. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was performed by NIOSH on October 12-13, 1976, and March 16 and 24, 1977, at the Certain-Teed Products plant in Tacoma, Washington, a facility engaged in the processing of felt and fibrous glass asphalt shingles (SIC-2952) and rolled roofing products. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 20 affected employees to determine whether production materials are toxic as used or found. Environmental sampling ... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was performed by NIOSH on October 12-13, 1976, and March 16 and 24, 1977, at the Certain-Teed Products plant in Tacoma, Washington, a facility engaged in the processing of felt and fibrous glass asphalt shingles (SIC-2952) and rolled roofing products. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 20 affected employees to determine whether production materials are toxic as used or found. Environmental sampling revealed that employees' exposure to asphalt fume and total dust was toxic. The coater man was exposed to asphalt fume concentrations in excess of the evaluation criteria, and other workers were exposed to total dust concentrations in excess of 10 milligrams per cubic meter of air. Eye irritation or redness of the conjunctiva were experienced by the employees exposed to fibrous glass and formaldehyde (50000). Recommendations are made for improving exhaust ventilation and working conditions.
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(1977) Chemetron Corporation, Monticello, Indiana. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on August 8 and October 3, 1977, at the Chemetron Corporation in Monticello, Indiana, a producer of stick electrodes and dual shield cord wires for use in welding (SIC-3623). The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 50 affected employees regarding exposure to asbestos (1332214), silica (7631869), and chromates. Reported symptoms included shortness of breath, exhaustion and tension. ... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on August 8 and October 3, 1977, at the Chemetron Corporation in Monticello, Indiana, a producer of stick electrodes and dual shield cord wires for use in welding (SIC-3623). The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 50 affected employees regarding exposure to asbestos (1332214), silica (7631869), and chromates. Reported symptoms included shortness of breath, exhaustion and tension. Based on the results of environmental samplings, employee interviews, observation of work practices and a review of pertinent literature, it was determined that a health hazard due to employee exposures to nuisance dust, crystalline silica, and other materials in the production of stick electrodes and dual shield cord wires did not exist within the worksite at the time of evaluation.
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(1977) Corrugated Paper Company, Westboro, Massachusetts. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on November 16-18, 1976 at The Corrugated Paper Company, Westboro, Massachusetts. The request regarding possible employee exposure to paper dust in the manufacture of shipping containers (SIC-2649) was made by the employer himself. Sampling of the air in the work place and a review of the confidential health questionnaires completed by 15 of the 40 affected workers indicated that excessive exposures to paper dust and starch dust (nu... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on November 16-18, 1976 at The Corrugated Paper Company, Westboro, Massachusetts. The request regarding possible employee exposure to paper dust in the manufacture of shipping containers (SIC-2649) was made by the employer himself. Sampling of the air in the work place and a review of the confidential health questionnaires completed by 15 of the 40 affected workers indicated that excessive exposures to paper dust and starch dust (nuisance dust) at the Baler and Mixing Tanks did exist within the working areas at the time of the survey. Since some workers are, at times, subjected to dust levels which exceed the OSHA standard for nuisance dust, recommendations are made to keep workers exposed to as little dust as possible, together with improved exhaust ventilation, wearing of dust respirators, and using vacuum cleaning methods instead of air hoses to clean certain areas. Air hoses for cleaning should not be used in any area.
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(1977) DAP Derusto, Inc. Tipp City, Ohio. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on September 2, 1977, at the DAP Derusto plant, in Tipp City, Ohio, a facility involved mainly in the manufacture of paints (SIC-2851) and to a lesser extent with other coatings, glues and cleaners. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 50 affected employees regarding exposure to solvents, dusts and ammonia (7664417). Environmental sampling revealed that the levels of mineral spi... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on September 2, 1977, at the DAP Derusto plant, in Tipp City, Ohio, a facility involved mainly in the manufacture of paints (SIC-2851) and to a lesser extent with other coatings, glues and cleaners. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 50 affected employees regarding exposure to solvents, dusts and ammonia (7664417). Environmental sampling revealed that the levels of mineral spirits, xylene (1330207), toluene (108883), cellosolve acetate (111159), ammonia, methylene- chloride (75092), and nuisance dust did not exceed recommended criteria on an 8 hour time weighted average concentration basis within the worksite area. However, results of employee interviews indicate that employees experience symptoms which can be associated with solvent exposures. Ventilation studies revealed little air movement in several locations. On the basis of employee health complaints, it is recommended that local ventilation be installed in these areas.
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(1977) Domore Office Furniture, Inc., Elkhart, Indiana. (Click to open report) Acting on a request from an authorized representative of local 15206 of the United Steelworkers of America regarding employees exposure to rust-lick, a water soluble chemical and rust inhibitor which reportedly produced headache, dizziness, loss of coordination and nausea, a health hazard evaluation survey was conducted by NIOSH at Domore Office Furniture (SIC-2522), Inc., Elkhart, Indiana, on September 22 and December 14, 1976. The company is engaged in manufacturing various types of office fur... (Click to show more)Acting on a request from an authorized representative of local 15206 of the United Steelworkers of America regarding employees exposure to rust-lick, a water soluble chemical and rust inhibitor which reportedly produced headache, dizziness, loss of coordination and nausea, a health hazard evaluation survey was conducted by NIOSH at Domore Office Furniture (SIC-2522), Inc., Elkhart, Indiana, on September 22 and December 14, 1976. The company is engaged in manufacturing various types of office furniture. Based on environmental air samplings, confidential interviews of 12 affected workers, evaluation of ventilation systems and work practices, and available toxicity information, it was concluded that employee exposures to welding fumes, rust-lick, a proprietary acid, a proprietary base, nuisance dust and organic vapor did not pose a health hazard at the concentrations measured. Measurement revealed an inadequate ventilation system, together with a general lack of knowledge by both employer and employees of the types of materials used, the toxicological properties of these materials and safe handling procedures. All employees reported one or more work related symptoms; simple removal of the affected employee from the plant resulted in complete resolution of most symptoms. No biomedical abnormalities were recorded. The findings suggest that the cause of the problems at Domore is a multifactorial one. Recommendations are made for improved ventilation and better identification and handling of chemical materials.
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(1977) Fisher Body No. 2 Plant Grand Rapids, Michigan. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on March 16-17, 1977, at the departments of the Fisher Body No. 2 Plant, Grand Rapids, Michigan, where the sewing of seat covers and interior carpets for automobiles (SIC-2399) takes place. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding the exposure of approximately 100 affected employees to Typar, a material containing tris-2,3-dibromopropyl- phosphate (126727), and alleged cases of na... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on March 16-17, 1977, at the departments of the Fisher Body No. 2 Plant, Grand Rapids, Michigan, where the sewing of seat covers and interior carpets for automobiles (SIC-2399) takes place. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding the exposure of approximately 100 affected employees to Typar, a material containing tris-2,3-dibromopropyl- phosphate (126727), and alleged cases of nausea, bitter taste, headache, sore throat, watering eyes and itching. Environmental sampling revealed that a potential hazard exists due to employees exposure to tris-2,3-dibromopropyl-phosphate, which has been also found on the white gloves worn by some employees, on swipe samples taken on employee's hands and on the sewing machine tables, in dust samples collected around the sewing machine needles, and seven of ten breathing zone air samples collected on employees. Since the compound is a suspect carcinogen for man and environmental conditions have not been sufficiently defined to assign a safe exposure level, the presence of the material in the workplace alone indicated a potential health hazard and it is recommended that a substitute be found.
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(1977) FMC Corporation - Chain Division, Indianapolis, Indiana. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on March 28-31, 1977, at the metal chain and gear manufacturing facilities (SIC-3462) of the FMC Corporation, Chain Division, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding the exposure of approximately 156 affected employees to large amounts of powdered metal dust. Environmental sampling and employee interviewed concluded that employee exposure to airborne tot... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on March 28-31, 1977, at the metal chain and gear manufacturing facilities (SIC-3462) of the FMC Corporation, Chain Division, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding the exposure of approximately 156 affected employees to large amounts of powdered metal dust. Environmental sampling and employee interviewed concluded that employee exposure to airborne total dusts, oil mists, and solvents and gases did not pose a health hazard. However, the concentrations of airborne nickel (7440020) did pose a potential health hazard to the compacting machine operator and induction machine operators in the gear department and the coupling machine operator in the metal chain department. Employees may be occasionally exposed to smoke and fumes containing significant concentrations of nitrogen (7727379) nitrogen oxides of nitrogen (10102440), carbon-monoxide (630080), and related compounds during malfunctioning of furnace operations. Recommendations are made to improve observed and potential hazards noted during the survey.
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