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HHE Search Results
1063 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) Steiger Tractor, Inc., Fargo, North Dakota. (Click to open report) In response to a request from the Safety Director at Steiger Tractor, Inc., located in Fargo, North Dakota, an evaluation was made of possible hazardous conditions at that facility due to exposures to xylene (1330207), aromatic naphtha (8030306), isopropyl- alcohol (67630), oil mist, trichloroethane (71556), molybdenum (7439987), iron-oxide (1309371) fumes, chromium (7440473), manganese (7439965), trichloroethylene (79016), fluoride (16984488), toluene (108883), total dust, and lead (7439921). T... (Click to show more)In response to a request from the Safety Director at Steiger Tractor, Inc., located in Fargo, North Dakota, an evaluation was made of possible hazardous conditions at that facility due to exposures to xylene (1330207), aromatic naphtha (8030306), isopropyl- alcohol (67630), oil mist, trichloroethane (71556), molybdenum (7439987), iron-oxide (1309371) fumes, chromium (7440473), manganese (7439965), trichloroethylene (79016), fluoride (16984488), toluene (108883), total dust, and lead (7439921). These exposures supposedly occurred during the manufacturing and assembling of large farm tractors, of which about 20 are produced daily at this firm. Of 37 samples, one exceeded the most recent hygienic standards for iron-oxide (10 milligrams per cubic meter). When iron-oxide and manganese were combined, concentrations frequently approached the most recently established limits. Combined concentrations of isopropyl-alcohol plus aromatic naphtha and xylene plus aromatic naphtha exceeded the most recent standards in three of 17 samples. Some welders had a history of respiratory complaints including chest pain and coughing. The authors conclude that workers were exposed to excessive levels of iron-oxide and combined exposure to isopropyl- alcohol plus aromatic naphtha, and xylene plus aromatic naphtha. The authors recommend that the already existing ventilation system be corrected and to operate more effectively in the welding stations. Welders should be educated regarding the proper maintenance of the ventilation equipment.
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(1976) Storage Technology Corporation, Inc., Louisville and Broomfield, Colorado. (Click to open report) Exposure to N-methyldicyclohexylamine (7560830) (MCHA) was investigated at the Storage Technology Corporation (SIC-3573), Incorporated in Louisville and Broomfield, Colorado on October 13 and 14, 1975. Requests for the survey were made by company management from both facilities. Personal and area air samples were collected and analyzed for various metallic dusts and pyrolysis products, in addition to MCHA and methylene-bisphenyl-isocyanate (101688) (MDI). The employees provided medical histories... (Click to show more)Exposure to N-methyldicyclohexylamine (7560830) (MCHA) was investigated at the Storage Technology Corporation (SIC-3573), Incorporated in Louisville and Broomfield, Colorado on October 13 and 14, 1975. Requests for the survey were made by company management from both facilities. Personal and area air samples were collected and analyzed for various metallic dusts and pyrolysis products, in addition to MCHA and methylene-bisphenyl-isocyanate (101688) (MDI). The employees provided medical histories and any symptomatic workers were given physical examinations and clinical tests. Employees were exposed to toxic concentrations of MCHA as evidenced by common symptoms of nausea, dizziness, coughs, dry mouths and lips, headaches, and eye watering. Unpleasant odors and residual tastes and eye, throat, and chest irritations also were reported by workers at the polyurethane foam operation. Some of the symptoms were not verifiable by medical examination. There were no abnormal blood counts or blood samples. All environmental samples for MDI were below the evaluation criteria of 0.2 milligrams per cubic meter. MCHA was not detected; no exposure standard exists for this compound. The author concludes that no hazard exists at these facilities. Recommendations are made to improve ventilation at vapor exhaust sites, to provide respirators, and to medically monitor employees involved with polyurethane processes.
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(1976) Syntex Fabrics, Inc., Williamsport, Pennsylvania. (Click to open report) A combined environmental medical evaluation conducted at the Syntex Fabrics (SIC-2241), Incorporated, Williamsport, Pennsylvania shows that a potential health hazard from exposure to dust containing cotton may exist to workers exposed in Area One of the Weaving Department. Although no case of byssinosis has occurred during eight weeks' operation of the weaving process, there is evidence that upper respiratory irritation is present to a greater degree in workers from Area One than in the surround... (Click to show more)A combined environmental medical evaluation conducted at the Syntex Fabrics (SIC-2241), Incorporated, Williamsport, Pennsylvania shows that a potential health hazard from exposure to dust containing cotton may exist to workers exposed in Area One of the Weaving Department. Although no case of byssinosis has occurred during eight weeks' operation of the weaving process, there is evidence that upper respiratory irritation is present to a greater degree in workers from Area One than in the surrounding areas. Recommendations include the adoption of recommendations in the NIOSH Criteria Document for cotton dust by Syntex Fabrics, and audiometric testing and X-ray of the chest as part of pre-employment examination.
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(1976) The Celotex Corporation, Charleston Plant, Charleston, Illinois. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on May 29, 1975, at the Charleston Plant of the Celotex corporation, in Charleston, Illinois, a facility engaged in the manufacturing of various types of construction insulating board (SIC-2661). The survey was prompted by a request from a representative of the 53 affected employees regarding exposure to fiberglass dust during the manufacture of a fibrous glass reinforced, resin construction- insulation board. Visual observation of ... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on May 29, 1975, at the Charleston Plant of the Celotex corporation, in Charleston, Illinois, a facility engaged in the manufacturing of various types of construction insulating board (SIC-2661). The survey was prompted by a request from a representative of the 53 affected employees regarding exposure to fiberglass dust during the manufacture of a fibrous glass reinforced, resin construction- insulation board. Visual observation of the manufacturing operation and medical interviews with the employees revealed that no health hazard existed from airborne fibrous glass. In view of the fact that no workers reported skin irritations and observations in-plant indicated very little contamination from fibrous glass, and for the most part, adequate ventilation, no health hazard was judged to exist as the product was used or found. Recommendations are made for improved exhaust ventilation.
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(1976) The Foxboro Company, Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Click to open report) Toxicity determination in the Foxboro Company (SIC-3555), Foxboro, Massachusetts, shows that the printing operation using lead (7439921) in the print shop does not constitute a health hazard. Employees' exposures to nuisance dust in the Polish and Snag department are not found to pose a health hazard at the concentrations measured during the evaluation. Exposures to oil mist in the milling operations do not constitute a health hazard. Welders are not exposed to toxic concentrations of welding fu... (Click to show more)Toxicity determination in the Foxboro Company (SIC-3555), Foxboro, Massachusetts, shows that the printing operation using lead (7439921) in the print shop does not constitute a health hazard. Employees' exposures to nuisance dust in the Polish and Snag department are not found to pose a health hazard at the concentrations measured during the evaluation. Exposures to oil mist in the milling operations do not constitute a health hazard. Welders are not exposed to toxic concentrations of welding fumes. No operation is observed to be hazardous.
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(1976) The Foxboro Company, Highland Plant, East Bridgewater, Massachusetts. (Click to open report) On the basis of environmental sampling in the workplace, and a review of the confidential health questionnaires, potentially toxic levels of hydrochloric-acid, and ammonia fumes are measured in the board plating room (SIC-3629) of the Foxboro Company Highland Plant, East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, during cleaning of the Endura- etching machine. But a hazard from exposure to butyl-cellosolve- acetate (112072), ethyl-cellosolve (110805), methyl-cellosolve, hydrochloric-acid (7647010), sulfuric-ac... (Click to show more)On the basis of environmental sampling in the workplace, and a review of the confidential health questionnaires, potentially toxic levels of hydrochloric-acid, and ammonia fumes are measured in the board plating room (SIC-3629) of the Foxboro Company Highland Plant, East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, during cleaning of the Endura- etching machine. But a hazard from exposure to butyl-cellosolve- acetate (112072), ethyl-cellosolve (110805), methyl-cellosolve, hydrochloric-acid (7647010), sulfuric-acid (7664939), heptane (142825), toluene (108883), butyl-acetate (123864), ethyl-alcohol (109864), isopropyl-alcohol (67630), ethyl-acetate (141786), xylene (106423), toluene-diisocyanate (584849), tin-oxide (13463677), lead (7439921) fumes, methyl-chloride, 1,1,2-trichloro, 1,2,2- trifluoroethane (354585), naphtha (8030306), fibrous glass dust, and ammonia is not found to exist within the worksite areas.
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(1976) TRW Incorporated, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Click to open report) Environmental and medical health evaluation surveys were performed at the TRW electrical resistor manufacturing facility (SIC-3622) located in Philadelphia, Pa., via employee interviews, evaluation of ventilation systems, evaluation of work procedures and available toxicity information. The results obtained indicate that employee exposures to butyl-cellosolve (111762), ethyl-alcohol (64175), and xylene in the filament-draw department did not pose a health hazard at the concentrations measured du... (Click to show more)Environmental and medical health evaluation surveys were performed at the TRW electrical resistor manufacturing facility (SIC-3622) located in Philadelphia, Pa., via employee interviews, evaluation of ventilation systems, evaluation of work procedures and available toxicity information. The results obtained indicate that employee exposures to butyl-cellosolve (111762), ethyl-alcohol (64175), and xylene in the filament-draw department did not pose a health hazard at the concentrations measured during this evaluation. Employees may, however, be exposed to potentially toxic concentrations of mercury (7439976). Exposures to trichloroethylene (79016) in the lead-heading room do not constitute a health hazard. Workers in the mold department were not exposed to toxic concentrations of phenol (108952) or nuisance dust. Employees exposures to xylene (1330207), 1,1,1-trichloroethane (71556), methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933) and toluene (108883) in the sub-assembly area did not constitute a health hazard. The plating room operator was not exposed to toxic levels of lead (7439921) or fluorides. The medical program at this TRW facility appears to be adequate. The program adheres to the medical criteria as recommended by NIOSH criteria documents. Appropriate biological monitoring and medical surveillance are being done. Medical interviews with workers revealed no work related health complaints. A review of company medical records also produced no significant findings.
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(1976) U.S. Post Office, Chicago, Illinois. (Click to open report) A health hazard evaluation determination performed by NIOSH personnel at the main U.S. Post Office (SIC-4311) in Chicago revealed that no health hazard exists from dust as found in the work room air of mail bag handling areas. Air samples indicated a maximum personal exposure of less than 10 percent of the evaluation criteria for nuisance dust. Recommendations are made for the use of a sweeping compound during clean up operations.
A health hazard evaluation determination performed by NIOSH personnel at the main U.S. Post Office (SIC-4311) in Chicago revealed that no health hazard exists from dust as found in the work room air of mail bag handling areas. Air samples indicated a maximum personal exposure of less than 10 percent of the evaluation criteria for nuisance dust. Recommendations are made for the use of a sweeping compound during clean up operations.
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(1976) W. R. Case and Sons Cutlery Company, Bradford, Pennsylvania. (Click to open report) A health hazard evaluation determination performed at a cutlery manufacturing plant (SIC-3421) revealed that employees at the hafting operation are exposed to concentrations of wood, cowhide and aluminum (1344281) oxide dusts in excess of the recommended levels of nuisance dust. The suspected relationship of wood dust and leather dust to excess nasal cancer mandates reduction of exposure to minimal or zero levels. Exposures to airborne concentrations of trichloroethylene (79016), perchloroethyle... (Click to show more)A health hazard evaluation determination performed at a cutlery manufacturing plant (SIC-3421) revealed that employees at the hafting operation are exposed to concentrations of wood, cowhide and aluminum (1344281) oxide dusts in excess of the recommended levels of nuisance dust. The suspected relationship of wood dust and leather dust to excess nasal cancer mandates reduction of exposure to minimal or zero levels. Exposures to airborne concentrations of trichloroethylene (79016), perchloroethylene (127184), paint solvent consisting of toluene (108883), isobutyl-acetate (123864) and butyl- cellosolve (111762), toluolisopropanol and oil mists were found to be below the acceptable concentrations.
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(1976) Western Electric Company, Reading, Pennsylvania. (Click to open report) A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on February 19, 1974, and January 29, 1975, at Western Electric Company, in Reading, Pennsylvania. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 25 affected employees regarding exposure to inhalation of dust during injection molding (SIC-3079) of epoxy resins. Environmental sampling, medical interviews, and examination of the skin of some of the workers revealed that although airborne co... (Click to show more)A Health Hazard Evaluation investigation was conducted by NIOSH on February 19, 1974, and January 29, 1975, at Western Electric Company, in Reading, Pennsylvania. The survey was prompted by a request from an authorized representative of the approximately 25 affected employees regarding exposure to inhalation of dust during injection molding (SIC-3079) of epoxy resins. Environmental sampling, medical interviews, and examination of the skin of some of the workers revealed that although airborne concentrations of epoxy resin dust were not excessive in the work atmosphere, there is evidence of dermatitis in a few individuals which is probably job related. The causative agent is a black or grey epoxy resin purchased under different trade names. Information received from the management disclosed that no asbestos (1332214) was present. However, minute amounts of fibrous glass were incorporated in one of the resins. Concentrations of air contaminants were not excessive.
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