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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) FMC Corporation, Broomfield, Colorado. (Click to open report) Acting on a request from the management, a Health Hazard Evaluation survey was conducted by NIOSH on August 27 and September 8, 1976 to determine the potential hazards associated with exposure to methanol (67561), ethyl-acetate (141786), isopropyl-alcohol (67630), trichloroethylene, acetone (67641), Freon-11-R, chloroform (67663), hydrochloric-acid (7647010), nitric-acid (7697372), aluminum-oxide (1344281), and hydrofluoric-acid (7664393) during the manufacturing of semiconductors (SIC-3674) at ... (Click to show more)Acting on a request from the management, a Health Hazard Evaluation survey was conducted by NIOSH on August 27 and September 8, 1976 to determine the potential hazards associated with exposure to methanol (67561), ethyl-acetate (141786), isopropyl-alcohol (67630), trichloroethylene, acetone (67641), Freon-11-R, chloroform (67663), hydrochloric-acid (7647010), nitric-acid (7697372), aluminum-oxide (1344281), and hydrofluoric-acid (7664393) during the manufacturing of semiconductors (SIC-3674) at the FMC Corporation facility in Broomfield, Colorado. Breathing zone samples taken from almost all exposed workers revealed that a health hazard existed at the time of the evaluation to both chloroform and Freon-11-R. When approximately 20 "affected" workers were interviewed, one complained about previous exposures to hydrofluoric-acid, resulting in some nerve damage in the fingers, and one claimed minor irritation from exposure to hydrochloric-acid. At the time of the evaluation, two workers were overexposed to Freon-11-R and chloroform, respectively. Recommendations are made for preventing recurrence of the incidents reported, by using respirators, improving local exhaust ventilation, and by stressing better work practices.
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(1977) Franklin Electric Company, Bluffton, Indiana. (Click for full summary) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH at the Franklin Electric Company, a manufacturer of small electric motors (SIC-3621), gear reduction motors and submersible electric pumps, in Fluffton, Indiana, on March 2-3 and July 14, 1976. A union representative requested the investigation, being concerned with potential health problems in the plant's 24 "affected" employees, following a chemical explosion and a case of cardiac and composition of substances evaluated, it has be... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH at the Franklin Electric Company, a manufacturer of small electric motors (SIC-3621), gear reduction motors and submersible electric pumps, in Fluffton, Indiana, on March 2-3 and July 14, 1976. A union representative requested the investigation, being concerned with potential health problems in the plant's 24 "affected" employees, following a chemical explosion and a case of cardiac and composition of substances evaluated, it has been determined that concentrations of mineral spirits and oil mists, in the die cast department, graphite dust near the carbon bearing machines, and vapors from Hysol epoxy compounds are not hazardous to employees working in or near these areas. As determined during the survey, environmental sampling in the die cast department has indicated that exposures received by the die cast and trim press operators are well below levels which might cause worker discomfort or present a health hazard. During degassing and fluxing of molten aluminum, the material handler is potentially exposed to inorganic fluoride particulates and other undetermined toxic substances; however, the duration and frequency of this operation is limited and sampling results do not support the conclusion that exposures would adversely affect the health of the worker. Recommendations are made for better control of smoke and volatile emissions which are generated during furnace degassing.
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(1977) Fuel Economy Engineering Company, Spurlock Power Station, Maysville, Kentucky. (Click to open report) Acting on a request received from an authorized representative of employees regarding complaints of skin irritation, conjunctivitis, sore throat, trouble swallowing, nausea, dizziness, headache, chest tightness and difficulty breathing, a Health Hazard Evaluation was conducted by NIOSH at the facility for the manufacturing of glass- reinforced plastic pipe joints (SIC-3079) of the Spurlock Power Station, Maysville, Kentucky, on January 15, April 29-30 and June 22, 1976. The contaminants aerometr... (Click to show more)Acting on a request received from an authorized representative of employees regarding complaints of skin irritation, conjunctivitis, sore throat, trouble swallowing, nausea, dizziness, headache, chest tightness and difficulty breathing, a Health Hazard Evaluation was conducted by NIOSH at the facility for the manufacturing of glass- reinforced plastic pipe joints (SIC-3079) of the Spurlock Power Station, Maysville, Kentucky, on January 15, April 29-30 and June 22, 1976. The contaminants aerometrically evaluated were asbestos (1332214) fibers, total and respirable particulate (presumed to consist primarily of fibrous glass and hardened resin), monomeric styrene (100425), methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933), and polyglycol- diamine. The effects of exposure were evaluated by administering health questionnaires, physical examinations, and respiratory function tests. Short term toxicity characterized by dermatologic, gastrointestinal, neurologic, and respiratory symptoms may have existed as reported by the fabrication workers prior to the preliminary survey and follow-up evaluation. However, it is the judgment of the NIOSH investigators that a toxic exposure to the fabrication workers did not exist on the days of the investigations. The prevalence of present symptoms among the 20 affected workers did not differ significantly from those of non exposed workers. Neither past nor current respiratory symptoms in workers were associated with objective evidence of pulmonary dysfunction. Recommendations are made regarding control of exposure to fibrous glass and industrial hygiene measures intended to minimize dermal and respiratory exposures to the contaminants.
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(1977) General Electric Company, Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH, at the Enamel Shop (SIC-3479) of the Range department at the General Electric Company, Louisville, Kentucky, on February 24-25, 1977, acting on a request from a group of employees regarding their exposure to recirculated dust arising from the application of a white enamel coating on kitchen range panels. Personal air samples collected form the breathing zones of 13 affected employees revealed that the levels of silica and total air... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH, at the Enamel Shop (SIC-3479) of the Range department at the General Electric Company, Louisville, Kentucky, on February 24-25, 1977, acting on a request from a group of employees regarding their exposure to recirculated dust arising from the application of a white enamel coating on kitchen range panels. Personal air samples collected form the breathing zones of 13 affected employees revealed that the levels of silica and total airborne dust were within the acceptable limits established to prevent harmful effects on the health of employees. Medical evaluation based on interviews with the exposed employees revealed that many of them have experienced symptoms of eye and nose irritation from exposure to the dust. Although the dust exposure is not believed to pose any danger to the employees health, this irritation can and should be minimized. Recommendations are made for the prevention of dust irritation and for compliance with industrial hygiene practice.
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(1977) Great Lakes Research Corporation, Elizabethton, Tennessee. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH at the Pilot Plant of Great Lakes Research Corporation in Elizabethton, Tennessee, which converts Orlon into carbon and graphite fibers, on June 24, 1976. An authorized employee representative requested the investigation regarding exposure of employees to Orlon carbonization by-products which might have caused discoloration of some workers' hair. Laboratory analyses failed to identify the presence of any unexpected contaminant or su... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH at the Pilot Plant of Great Lakes Research Corporation in Elizabethton, Tennessee, which converts Orlon into carbon and graphite fibers, on June 24, 1976. An authorized employee representative requested the investigation regarding exposure of employees to Orlon carbonization by-products which might have caused discoloration of some workers' hair. Laboratory analyses failed to identify the presence of any unexpected contaminant or substances to cause alteration of hair color among Orlon by-products, settled dusts, process residues, and human hair samples and although there was a positive indication of the presence of an oxidizing agent in the bulk carbon dust sample, a positive identification of the particular oxidizing material was not possible. While the study was not successful in determining the cause of the hair discoloration, it is recommended that all process emissions be captured at their source and removed from the process areas through the use of local exhaust ventilation.
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(1977) H.F.E. Inc., Ft. Collins, Colorado. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on February 1-2 and on May 17, 1977, at the H.F.E., Inc. plant in Ft. Collins, Colorado, a facility engaged in the manufacturing of farm equipment (SIC-3523) used primarily in the sugar beet industry. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized management representative regarding employee exposure to welding fumes, paint spray and fork lift exhaust. Environmental sampling indicated that all employees were potentially... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on February 1-2 and on May 17, 1977, at the H.F.E., Inc. plant in Ft. Collins, Colorado, a facility engaged in the manufacturing of farm equipment (SIC-3523) used primarily in the sugar beet industry. The evaluation was prompted by a request from an authorized management representative regarding employee exposure to welding fumes, paint spray and fork lift exhaust. Environmental sampling indicated that all employees were potentially exposed to toxic concentrations of paint solvents, dust, welding fumes, and carbon-monoxide. This determination was consistent with the responses obtained from 36 of the approximately 40 affected employees investigated by means of non- directed medical questionnaires; 23 of the workers questioned complained of some form of respiratory irritation, headaches, nerves, or high blood pressure, all which could be caused or aggravated by acute exposure to dust, fumes and carbon-dioxide. Recommendations are made for improving prevailing conditions.
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(1977) Hair Zoo Penfield, New York. (Click to open report) Acting on a request from an authorized representative of the employees a Health Hazard Evaluation was conducted by NIOSH in the Nail Room at the Hair Zoo, Penfield, New York, on June 29, 1976, in order to determine whether exposures to monomeric methylmethacrylate (80626) vapors were posing a health hazard to the employees, because the employer and employees have been told by a competitor that the monomer was extremely harmful. On the basis of air sample results, employee interviews, and availab... (Click to show more)Acting on a request from an authorized representative of the employees a Health Hazard Evaluation was conducted by NIOSH in the Nail Room at the Hair Zoo, Penfield, New York, on June 29, 1976, in order to determine whether exposures to monomeric methylmethacrylate (80626) vapors were posing a health hazard to the employees, because the employer and employees have been told by a competitor that the monomer was extremely harmful. On the basis of air sample results, employee interviews, and available toxicity information it is concluded that exposure to monomer vapors did not present a health hazard to the employees at the time of the survey. Interviews of the 3 affected employees were negative except for occasional itching and a raised rash, in 2 of 3 resulting from the simple irritant action of methyl-methacrylate polymer. Air sampling for N,N- dimethyl-p-toluidine, the catalyst used with the monomer, showed only trace quantities. Recommendations are made to prevent the mechanical irritation of the skin.
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(1977) Hersey Products Company, Inc., Gilbertville, Massachusetts. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on April 22, June 29-30 and July 1, 1976, at the Hersey Products Company, Inc., in Gilbertville, Massachusetts, a facility engaged in the founding of ferrous (SIC-3321) and non-ferrous castings (SIC- 3361). The evaluation was prompted by a request from the management regarding exposure of approximately 60 affected employees to vapors, gases, oxides, and particulates. Environmental evaluation revealed that the shell and no-bake core ... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on April 22, June 29-30 and July 1, 1976, at the Hersey Products Company, Inc., in Gilbertville, Massachusetts, a facility engaged in the founding of ferrous (SIC-3321) and non-ferrous castings (SIC- 3361). The evaluation was prompted by a request from the management regarding exposure of approximately 60 affected employees to vapors, gases, oxides, and particulates. Environmental evaluation revealed that the shell and no-bake core makers, metal pourers, and snagger- grinder operators employed in the ferrous foundry were exposed to toxic or potentially toxic concentrations of respirable crystalline silica (7631869) dust, or carbon-monoxide (630080), or iron-oxide and total particulates. In the non-ferrous foundry, workers were exposed to toxic concentrations of crystalline silica, or inorganic lead (7439921); the 5 non-ferrous foundry workers complained of a metallic taste and occasional recurrent chills suggestive of what is commonly known as brass-chills. Recommendations are made for improving the prevailing environmental conditions, use of respiratory protective equipment, and medical surveillance.
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(1977) Inland Steel Corporation, East Chicago, Indiana, 46312. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on January 17-20 and May 25-26, 1977, in the Pickling and Chipping Dock of the Inland Steel Corporation, East Chicago, Indiana, a facility involved in removal of defects from steel billets and blooms before being processed in a rolling mill (SIC-3312). The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding exposures of approximately 70 affected workers to crystalline silica (7631869), lead (7439921... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on January 17-20 and May 25-26, 1977, in the Pickling and Chipping Dock of the Inland Steel Corporation, East Chicago, Indiana, a facility involved in removal of defects from steel billets and blooms before being processed in a rolling mill (SIC-3312). The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized employee representative regarding exposures of approximately 70 affected workers to crystalline silica (7631869), lead (7439921), sulfuric-acid (7664939) and contaminants released from abrasive grinding operations. Environmental sampling revealed excessive lead exposure when lead containing steel was cut with an oxyacetylene torch. The airborne concentrations of all other contaminants were not potentially toxic, a finding supported by the lack of complaints and symptoms. Review of medical questionnaires revealed previous symptomatic conditions (respiratory irritation, eye irritation, dermatitis and dental anomalies) compatible with exposure to sulfuric-acid. Recommendations are made for maintaining a safe and healthful work environment.
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(1977) Inland Steel Corporation, East Chicago, Indiana. (Click to open report) A health hazard evaluation was carried out at the slab yard of Inland Steel Corporation, East Chicago, Indiana. Eight workers were employed at this slab yard during each shift, with three shifts per day. Samples of breathing zone air and area air were analyzed for respirable crystalline silica (14808607) and total respirable particulate matter. Measurements were also taken of sulfur-dioxide (7446095) and metallic fumes and dusts. Total respirable particulates were below the recommended limits an... (Click to show more)A health hazard evaluation was carried out at the slab yard of Inland Steel Corporation, East Chicago, Indiana. Eight workers were employed at this slab yard during each shift, with three shifts per day. Samples of breathing zone air and area air were analyzed for respirable crystalline silica (14808607) and total respirable particulate matter. Measurements were also taken of sulfur-dioxide (7446095) and metallic fumes and dusts. Total respirable particulates were below the recommended limits and no detectable quantities of quartz or cristobalite were found. Airborne breathing zone concentrations of iron-oxide (1309371) ranged from 0.1 to 1.6mg/m3; of lead (7439921) from 0.003 to 0.006mg/m3; of manganese (7439965), 0.003 to 0.012mg/m3; and of copper (7440508), (0.002 to 7.0 to 10.0 parts per million (ppm); sulfur-dioxide, 0.5 to 10.0ppm; and nitrogen-dioxide (10102440), not detectable to 0.50ppm. Symptoms among the workers included cough, expectoration of dust daily, sinus difficulty, and dry mouth. Recommendations were offered concerning medical examinations and testing, respirator use, monitoring of sulfur-dioxide levels in crane cabs, installation of louvers along the south wall of the slab yard, monitoring of high carbon steel slab production, and monitoring of number 6 crude oil for benzene (71432).
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