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HHE Search Results
1062 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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(1976) Cargill Elevator - Terminal 4, Portland, Oregon. (Click to open report) Environmental and medical investigations of grain handling activities were carried out at the Cargill Elevator (SIC-0723). Workers experienced negligible exposures to vapors of carbon- tetrachloride (56235) and carbon-disulfide (75150), potentially toxic components of the fumigant Weevil-Cide. Grain dust exposures were low, but the potential for significant dust exposure in some areas was demonstrated. No cases of severe skin problems were found during the survey, although malathion (121755) may... (Click to show more)Environmental and medical investigations of grain handling activities were carried out at the Cargill Elevator (SIC-0723). Workers experienced negligible exposures to vapors of carbon- tetrachloride (56235) and carbon-disulfide (75150), potentially toxic components of the fumigant Weevil-Cide. Grain dust exposures were low, but the potential for significant dust exposure in some areas was demonstrated. No cases of severe skin problems were found during the survey, although malathion (121755) may have been responsible for several reported cases of severe dermatitis. Recommendations are made for surveillance and health maintenance because of the known toxicity of the agents used.
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(1976) Cook Paint and Varnish Company, North Kansas City, Missouri. (Click to open report) Personal and general air samples were taken and employee interviews were completed at Cook Paint and Varnish Company (SIC-2851) in North Kansas City, Missouri on October 23, 1974, May 5, and September 5 and 15, 1975. An authorized representative of the Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades, AFL-CIO requested the evaluation on behalf of 5 affected employees. Particulate samples were collected. Standard analytical methods were used to analyze total dust, respirable dust, stannous-octoate (3011... (Click to show more)Personal and general air samples were taken and employee interviews were completed at Cook Paint and Varnish Company (SIC-2851) in North Kansas City, Missouri on October 23, 1974, May 5, and September 5 and 15, 1975. An authorized representative of the Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades, AFL-CIO requested the evaluation on behalf of 5 affected employees. Particulate samples were collected. Standard analytical methods were used to analyze total dust, respirable dust, stannous-octoate (301100), and chromic-oxide (1308389). Trimellitic-anhydride (552307) (TMA) samples were analyzed by rapid esterification gas chromatography. Past occupational history and illness were reviewed. Physical examination revealed eye and nasal irritation, shortness of breath, wheezing and cough, gastric distress, headache, and photophobia. Results of sampling indicated that exposure to chromic-oxide and stannous octoate were less than 40% of the OSHA criteria of 1 and 2 milligrams per cubic meter (mg/m3) respectively. Exposure to TMA ranged from 0.1 to 7.5mg/m3, which exceeded the criteria of 0.1mg/m3 suggested by the authors because there are no current NIOSH guidelines or OSHA standards for TMA. Total airborne particulate dusts ranging from 3 to 77mg/m3 exceeded the Threshold Limit Value of 10mg/m3 for total nuisance dusts. The authors conclude that a health hazard exists at this site because workers were exposed to toxic concentrations of particulate matter and TMA. The authors recommend modifications in the ventilation, respiratory program, work hazard education and physical examination programs.
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(1976) Cooper Union School of Art, New York, New York. (Click to open report) Environmental investigations were conducted at the Cooper Union School of Art (SIC-8299), in order to evaluate the exposure to materials used by artists and craftsmen. The results show that exposures to crystalline silica (7631869), benzene, methyl- cellosolve-acetate (110496), and lead (7439921) are potentially toxic at concentrations measured during the evaluation. Mineral spirits, lithotine, benzene (71432), toluene (108883), xylene (1330207), acetone (67641), acetic-acid (64197), nitric-acid... (Click to show more)Environmental investigations were conducted at the Cooper Union School of Art (SIC-8299), in order to evaluate the exposure to materials used by artists and craftsmen. The results show that exposures to crystalline silica (7631869), benzene, methyl- cellosolve-acetate (110496), and lead (7439921) are potentially toxic at concentrations measured during the evaluation. Mineral spirits, lithotine, benzene (71432), toluene (108883), xylene (1330207), acetone (67641), acetic-acid (64197), nitric-acid (7697372), and styrene (100425), as found in the printmaking areas and plastics molding room, were determined to be nontoxic. Concentrations of wood dust in the woodworking shop are believed to be capable of producing transient irritation of the respiratory tract. Exposures to fumes of copper (7440508), tin (7440315), and zinc (7440666) in the metals casting area were determined to be nontoxic. Recommendation are made for the improvement and control of the hazards.
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(1976) Fairbanks Weighing Division, Colt Industries, St. Johnsbury, Vermont. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on July 28-31, and December 1-5, 1975, at the Fairbanks Weighing Division, Colt Industries, St. Johnsbury, Vermont, a facility engaged in the manufacturing of weighing scales (SIC-3536). The survey was prompted by a request from the employer regarding the presence of potentially toxic concentrations of any of the substances found in the place of employment. Based on environmental sampling, ventilation measurements, observation of wo... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on July 28-31, and December 1-5, 1975, at the Fairbanks Weighing Division, Colt Industries, St. Johnsbury, Vermont, a facility engaged in the manufacturing of weighing scales (SIC-3536). The survey was prompted by a request from the employer regarding the presence of potentially toxic concentrations of any of the substances found in the place of employment. Based on environmental sampling, ventilation measurements, observation of work practices and medical questionnaires administered to the 27 affected employees it was established that with one exception, all welders in the production welding area were exposed to toxic concentrations of welding fumes and gases. No health hazards were identified in the plating room, heat treatment operation and grinding, sanding and abrasive cutoff area. Recommendations are made for improving the exhaust system to effectively remove welding fumes and gases.
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(1976) Federal Products Corporation, Providence, Rhode Island. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on October 22-24, 1975, and January 27-29, 1976, at Federal Products, Providence, Rhode Island, a facility engaged in the manufacture of precision linear instruments (SIC-3545) and their accessories. The survey was prompted by a request from the employer regarding employee exposure to a variety of dusts, fumes and vapors. Measurements of workplace concentrations of airborne chemicals, evaluation of process operations and control mea... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on October 22-24, 1975, and January 27-29, 1976, at Federal Products, Providence, Rhode Island, a facility engaged in the manufacture of precision linear instruments (SIC-3545) and their accessories. The survey was prompted by a request from the employer regarding employee exposure to a variety of dusts, fumes and vapors. Measurements of workplace concentrations of airborne chemicals, evaluation of process operations and control measures, medical interviews, and a review of the pertinent literature led to the conclusion that exposures of employees to ammonia (7664417), beryllium (7440417), chromic-acid (7738945), lead (7439921), methyl- ethyl-ketone (78933), fumes, nitric-acid (7697372), nuisance dusts, oil mist, sodium-hydroxide (1310732), toluene-diisocyanate (1321386), 1,1,1-trichloroethane (71556), 1,1,2-trichloro-1,2,2- trifluoroethane (354585), welding fumes, mahogany wood dust and wood dust, and operations in the print shop, dark room and lapping were not toxic to employees. Employee exposure to free silica (7631869) at the vacu-blast operation was potentially toxic. Recommendations are made to reduce the dermatitis experienced by employees in some departments.
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(1976) Fibreboard Corporation, Stockton, California. (Click to open report) Employees in the Litho Department of the Fibreboard Corporation Plant (SIC-2661) in Stockton, California, are not found to be exposed to toxic concentrations of dusting powders, but are exposed to airborne dust levels from the powders which exceed the State of California OSHA standard and the threshold limits for nuisance dust. Safety recommendations include servicing of exhaust ventilation systems regularly, vacuum cleaning instead of dry sweeping, and making NIOSH Certified Respirators availab... (Click to show more)Employees in the Litho Department of the Fibreboard Corporation Plant (SIC-2661) in Stockton, California, are not found to be exposed to toxic concentrations of dusting powders, but are exposed to airborne dust levels from the powders which exceed the State of California OSHA standard and the threshold limits for nuisance dust. Safety recommendations include servicing of exhaust ventilation systems regularly, vacuum cleaning instead of dry sweeping, and making NIOSH Certified Respirators available whenever needed.
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(1976) GAF Office Systems Division, Johnson City, New York. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on January 13-15 and April 8-10, 1975, and January 12-13, 1976, at the GAF Office Systems Division, Johnson City, New York, manufacturers of repro-sensitizing products (SIC-3861). The survey was prompted by a request from a representative of 125 affected employees, alleging exposure of workers to excessive dusts, mists and a variety of chemicals and solvents, as well as medical illness, early retirement and death from cardiovascular... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on January 13-15 and April 8-10, 1975, and January 12-13, 1976, at the GAF Office Systems Division, Johnson City, New York, manufacturers of repro-sensitizing products (SIC-3861). The survey was prompted by a request from a representative of 125 affected employees, alleging exposure of workers to excessive dusts, mists and a variety of chemicals and solvents, as well as medical illness, early retirement and death from cardiovascular disease due to occupational exposure. Medical and environmental data failed to show the presence of toxic concentrations of chemicals and dusts in the ball milling and solvent based coating operations, although a potential health hazard due to exposure to silica (7631869) may exist during the preparation of the coating solutions. Nuisance dust did not present a health hazard in the converting departments, while a potential hazard from exposure to silica may exist in the building that serves as a warehouse for a wide variety of substances. Cross- sectional analysis of employee medical records indicated that the possibility exists that an excess number of cases of cardiovascular diseases have occurred at GAF.
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(1976) General Electric Company, Coshocton, Ohio. (Click to open report) A health hazard evaluation was conducted by NIOSH in the mica (12001262) paper production area of General Electric's Coshocton, Ohio, plant (SIC-2649). Environmental sampling and medical sampling were done regarding potential exposure to mica, free crystalline silica, and nuisance dust. Findings of this evaluation indicate that some agent, presumably the mica, is causing nasal irritation. Clinical evidence of irritation was observed. No long range permanent or disabling effects would be expected... (Click to show more)A health hazard evaluation was conducted by NIOSH in the mica (12001262) paper production area of General Electric's Coshocton, Ohio, plant (SIC-2649). Environmental sampling and medical sampling were done regarding potential exposure to mica, free crystalline silica, and nuisance dust. Findings of this evaluation indicate that some agent, presumably the mica, is causing nasal irritation. Clinical evidence of irritation was observed. No long range permanent or disabling effects would be expected.
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(1976) Hardric Laboratories, Waltham, Massachusetts. (Click to open report) A health hazard evaluation determination performed at the Hardric laboratories (SIC-3541), manufacturers of precision components from various metals including beryllium (7440417), failed to reveal any detectable levels of beryllium in the air. The lower limit of detection for beryllium in the sampling method used is 0.5 micrograms/filter. Medical interviews also failed to reveal any work related health complaints.
A health hazard evaluation determination performed at the Hardric laboratories (SIC-3541), manufacturers of precision components from various metals including beryllium (7440417), failed to reveal any detectable levels of beryllium in the air. The lower limit of detection for beryllium in the sampling method used is 0.5 micrograms/filter. Medical interviews also failed to reveal any work related health complaints.
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(1976) Hedstrom Union Company, Bedford, Pennsylvania. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on April 22 and September 4, 1975, at the Hedstrom Union Company, Bedford, Pennsylvania, a facility engaged in the manufacture of toys from sheet steel (SIC-3312). Fabrications operations include cutting, stamping, welding and surface coating prior to assembly. The survey was prompted by a request from the 19 affected employees of the company to evaluate exposure to arsenic (7440382) throughout the plant after one worker was treated... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on April 22 and September 4, 1975, at the Hedstrom Union Company, Bedford, Pennsylvania, a facility engaged in the manufacture of toys from sheet steel (SIC-3312). Fabrications operations include cutting, stamping, welding and surface coating prior to assembly. The survey was prompted by a request from the 19 affected employees of the company to evaluate exposure to arsenic (7440382) throughout the plant after one worker was treated for arsenic poisoning. Environmental sampling, review of biological tests obtained from one employee, and a review of the pertinent literature lead to the conclusion that the exposure of pressmen, die setters, utility men, welders, platers, painters and maintenance men to arsenic, lead (7439921), mercury (7439976), and bismuth (7440699) was not toxic at the concentrations measured. No jugement could be made as to the cause of localized skin pigmentation observed in one worker; however, it does not appear to be related to arsenic exposure at the work place. A potential problem was noted in conjunction with eating habits of some workers and the composition of the paint used on heavy equipment throughout the plant.
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