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  • OHW: New Health Dangers from Lead

    Occupational Health Watch is a periodic publication that highlights key occupational health surveillance findings and related prevention activities of the Occupational Health Branch, California Department of Public Health. November 2009 edition about the harmful effects of chronic and low-level exposures to lead in adults, levels well below those currently allowed by the OSHA lead standards. Provides links to new OHB materials and health-based guidelines for physicians.
    California — Newsletter — 11/1/2009 — 2 Views

  • Annual Report on Work-Related Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Michigan, 2008

    Annual report on work-related noise-induced hearing loss in Michigan, from Michigan's Project SENSOR (Sentinel Event Notification System for Occupational Risks), an occupational disease reporting and surveillance program. More »
    Michigan — Annual Report — 8/24/2009 — 21 Views

  • Annual Summary of Occupational Disease Reports to the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth, 2008

    Annual report from Michigan's Project SENSOR (Sentinel Event Notification System for Occupational Risks), an occupational disease reporting and surveillance program. The occupational and environmental health team at Michigan State University works closely with and is a bona fide agent of both the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to administer this project.
    Michigan — Annual Report — 8/10/2009 — 22 Views

  • Quantification and statistical modeling - Part II: Dermal concentrations of monomeric and polymeric 1,6-hexamethylene diisocyanate.

    We conducted a quantitative dermal and inhalation exposure assessment of monomeric and polymeric 1,6-hexamethylene diisocyanates (HDI) in 47 automotive spray painters from North Carolina and Washington State. We report here the use of linear mixed modeling (LMM) to identify the primary determinants of dermal exposure.
    Washington — Journal Article — 7/27/2009 — 3 Views

  • Interrater reliability of posture observations.

    The aims of this research were (a) to study the interrater reliability of a posture observation method, (b) to test the impact of different posture categorization systems on interrater reliability, and (c) to provide guidelines for improving interrater reliability. Estimation of posture through observation is challenging. Previous studies have shown varying degrees of validity and reliability, providing little information about conditions necessary to achieve acceptable reliability.
    Washington — Journal Article — 7/23/2009 — 0 Views

  • Quantification and statistical modeling - Part I: Breathing-zone concentrations of monomeric and polymeric 1,6-hexamethylene diisocyanate

    We conducted a repeated exposure-assessment survey for task-based breathing-zone concentrations (BZCs) of monomeric and polymeric 1,6-hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) during spray painting on 47 automotive spray painters from North Carolina and Washington State.
    Washington — Journal Article — 7/21/2009 — 0 Views

  • Work-Related Amputations in Michigan, 2006

    The 2006 Work-related Amputation in Michigan report summarizes the characteristics of work-related amputations in Michigan for 2006 as identified from hospital medical records and workers' compensation claims. It also describes the outcomes of worksite inspection referrals submitted to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration. More »
    Michigan — Annual Report — 6/30/2009 — 5 Views

  • Machine Operator in a Plastic Recycling Facility Dies After Being Caught in a Bale Breaker Machine

    Fatality investigation report by CA FACE Program with identified hazards and recommendations to prevent similar incidents.
    California — Case Report — 6/30/2009 — 2 Views

  • Research Associate Dies from Burns Sustained While Working with a Pyrophoric Chemical

    Fatality investigation report by CA FACE Program with identified hazards and recommendations to prevent similar incidents.
    California — Case Report — 6/12/2009 — 2 Views

  • Poster: Fatal Work Injuries Involving Hispanics in L.A. County 1992-2005

    The California Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation Program (CA FACE) conducts research-oriented investigations into workplace fatalities in an effort to develop and disseminate recommendations to prevent similar incidents. This poster was produced to chart fatal work injuries involving Hispanics in L.A. County 1992-2005.
    California — Other — 6/12/2009 — 2 Views
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