CIS 98-1051 Factories Act (Chapter 104) [Singapore]. Department of Industrial Safety, Ministry of Labour, Singapore, 1995. 110p. (In English)

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1985 revised edition of the 1973 Factories Act (CIS 91-703) incorporating the Factories (Amendments) Act of 1995 (CIS 98-1057). Topics: accident investigation; aircraft industry; conditions of work; dangerous substances; data sheet; electricity; equipment, workplaces and operations; fire prevention; housekeeping; inspection; law; lifting equipment; lighting; manufacturing industries; medical supervision; notification of accidents and diseases; penalties; plant safety organization; pressure vessels; safety and health committees; safety officers; ships; shipyards; Singapore; supply of personal protective equipment; ventilation; welfare facilities. (71832)

CIS 98-1052 Act of 8 June 1994 concerning the promotion of safety and health improvements for workers in government administration and public establishments [Luxembourg]. (French: Loi du 8 juin 1994 concernant la promotion de l'amélioration de la sécurité et de la santé des travailleurs au sein des administrations de l'Etat et des établissements publics [Luxembourg]) Mémorial - Journal officiel du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, 1st July 1994, No.55, p.1050-1053. (In French)

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Act of 8 June 1994 concerning the application to public service institutions of European Council framework Directive 89/391/EEC of 12 June 1989 (CIS 89-1401) on the introduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work; and amending and completing the Act of 19 March 1988 (CIS 89-2) on safety in government administration and services, in public establishments and in schools. Topics: clerks; consultations; educational institutions; government services; labour inspectors; law; Luxembourg; safety and health committees; safety and health training; safety officers. (71834)

CIS 98-1053 Act of 17 June 1994 concerning occupational health services [Luxembourg]. (French: Loi du 17 juin 1994 concernant les services de santé au travail [Luxembourg]) Mémorial - Journal officiel du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, 1st July 1994, No.55, p.1054-1059. (In French)

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Topics: child labour; health care personnel; health hazards; interplant medical services; law; Luxembourg; medical examinations; medical supervision; occupational medicine; penalties; plant health services; safety and health organization. (71835)

CIS 98-1054 Act of 17 June 1994 concerning safety and health of workers at work [Luxembourg]. (French: Loi du 17 juin 1994 concernant la sécurité et la santé des travailleurs au travail [Luxembourg]) Mémorial - Journal officiel du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, 1st July 1994, No.55, p.1060-1066. (In French)

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This Act amends the Acts of 18 May 1974, 4 April 1974, 22 June 1963, and 27 July 1993. Topics: consultations; fire service organization; first-aid and rescue organization; first-aid organization; high-risk groups; information of personnel; labour inspection; law; Luxembourg; penalties; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; safety and health organization; safety and health training; safety officers; safety planning; workers participation. (71836)

CIS 98-1055 The regulations for trade union inspections on occupational health and safety [China]. The All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU), 10 Fuxingmenwai Street, Beijing 100865, People's Republic of China, Apr. 1997. 20p. (In English)

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Topics: China; compendium; enforcement; inspection; labour inspection; labour inspectors; law; legislation; role of labour inspection; role of workers organizations; safety and health committees. (71843)

CIS 98-1056 Act of 6 March 1998 amending the Act of 17 June 1994 concerning the safety and health of workers at work [Luxembourg]. (French: Loi du 6 mars 1998 modifiant la Loi du 17 juin 1994 concernant la sécurité et la santé des travailleurs au travail [Luxembourg]) Mémorial - Journal officiel du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, 20 Mar. 1998, No.20, p.260-261. (In French)

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For Act of 17 June 1994 see CIS 98-1054. Topics: consultations; information of personnel; labour inspection; law; Luxembourg; penalties; responsibilities of employers; safety and health organization; safety and health training; safety officers; safety planning; workers participation. (71855)

CIS 98-1057 Factories (Amendment) Act 1995 [Singapore]. Republic of Singapore - Government Gazette (Subsidiary Legislation Supplement), 10 Mar. 1995, No.4, p.23-46. Price: SGD 5.15. (In English)

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This Act amends Chapter 104 of the 1985 Revised Edition of the 1973 Factories Act (CIS 91-703). Topics: construction sites; dangerous substances; law; machinery guarding regulations; manufacturing industries; notification of occupational accidents; plant safety and health organization; safety planning; Singapore; steam boilers; toxic substances. (71859)

CIS 98-1058 Act No.95-15 of 12 January 1995: Labour Code [Côte d'Ivoire]. (French: Loi n°95-15 du 12 janvier 1995 portant Code du travail [Côte d'Ivoire]) Journal officiel de la République de Côte d'Ivoire, 23 Feb. 1995, 37th Year, No.8, p.153-155, 158-159, 164-165, 175-177. (In French)

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This Act repeals and replaces the Labour Code of 1 August 1964. Topics: child labour; conditions of work; Côte d'Ivoire; hours of work; labour inspection; law; night work; occupational safety and health; penalties; plant health services; responsibilities of employers; safety and health committees; women; young persons. (71865)

CIS 98-1059 Labour Code of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam [Vietnam]. The GIOI Publishers, The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, Hanoi, Vietnam, 1995. 37p. (In English)

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Topics: conditions of work; handicapped workers; hours of work; labour inspection; law; night work; occupational safety and health; older workers; penalties; responsibilities of employers; role of labour inspection; Vietnam D.R.; women; workmen's compensation; young persons. (71871)

CIS 98-1060 Decree No.586 of 1983 creating an Occupational Health Committe [Colombia]. (Spanish: Decreto número 586 de 1983 por el cual se crea el "Comité de Salud Ocupacional" [Colombia]) Arseg, Articulos de Seguridad, Santafé de Bogotá, D.C, Colombia. 2p.Copy on file at CIS. (In Spanish)

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Topics: Colombia; law; national organization; safety and health committees. (71874)

CIS 98-1061 Act to amend the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 [New Zealand]. Official Gazette Acts (New Zealand), 1998, No.3, p.1-4. (In English)

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This Act modifies the Act of 1992 on the same subject (CIS 93-701). Topics: information of personnel; law; national organization; New Zealand; occupational safety and health; penalties; responsibilities of employers; safety training in industry; subcontractors; supply of personal protective equipment; workplaces. (71879)

CIS 98-1062 Act of 1998 concerning safety at work [Macedonia]. (Macedonian: Zakon za zaštita pri rabota) Služben Vesnik na Republika Makedonija, 18 Mar. 1998, No. 13, p.681-689. (In Macedonian)

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This Act entered into force 25 March 1998. Topics: conditions of work; law; Macedonia; medical examinations; occupational safety; penalties; plant safety organization; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; role of labour inspection; safety and health training; safety checks; safety engineering. (71880)

CIS 98-1063 1988 Regulation on safety and health committees [Costa Rica]. (Spanish: Reglamento de las comisiones de salud ocupacional [Costa Rica]) Consejo de salud ocupacional, San José, Costa Rica, 1988. 8p. (In Spanish)

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Topics: Costa Rica; inspection; law; plant safety organization; role of management; role of workers organizations; safety and health committees; safety and health meetings; safety and health organization. (71831)

CIS 98-1064 Health and Safety: The Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974 (Application outside Great Britain) Order 1995 [United Kingdom]. HMSO Publications Centre, P.O.Box 276, London SW8 5DT, United Kingdom, 1995. 6p. Price: GBP 1.55., ISBN 0-11-052413-6 (In English)

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This Order was enacted pursuant to the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (CIS 74-2099). It revokes the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (Application outside Great Britain) Order 1989 (CIS 90-5). Topics: containers; law; loading and unloading; maintenance and repair; mining industry; offshore oil extraction; piping; sea transport; United Kingdom. (71837)

CIS 98-1065 Royal Order of 27 March 1998 concerning policies relating to the welfare of workers during the performance of their work [Belgium]. (Dutch: Koninklijk besluit betreffende het beleid inzake het welzijn van de werknemers bij de uitvoering van hun werk; French: Arrêté royal du 27 mars 1998 relatif à la politique du bien-être des travailleurs lors de l'exécution de leur travail [Belgique]) Moniteur belge - Belgisch Staatsblad, 31 Mar. 1998, No.63, 166th Year, p.9800-9806. (In Dutch, French)

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This Order (effective 1 April 1998) was enacted pursuant to the Act of 4 August 1996 (CIS 97-1) on the same subject. Topics: Belgium; ergonomics; first-aid and rescue organization; hazard evaluation; information of personnel; law; medical supervision; notification of occupational accidents; plant safety and health organization; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; role of medical labour inspection; safety analysis; safety and health committees; safety and health training; safety planning; workplace design. (71838)

CIS 98-1066 Royal Order of 27 March 1998 concerning plant safety and health organization [Belgium]. (Dutch: Koninklijk besluit betreffende de Interne Dienst voor preventie en bescherming op het werk; French: Arrêté royal du 27 mars 1998 relatif au Service interne pour la prévention et la protection au travail [Belgique]) Moniteur belge - Belgisch Staatsblad, 31 Mar. 1998, No.63, 166th Year, p.9807-9833. (In Dutch, French)

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This Order (effective 1 April 1998) was enacted pursuant to the Act of 4 August 1996 (CIS 97-1) concerning the welfare of workers at work. Topics: accident investigation; Belgium; ergonomics; first-aid and rescue organization; hazard evaluation; information of personnel; law; medical supervision; notification of accidents and diseases; plant safety and health organization; role of management; role of medical labour inspection; safety and health committees; safety and health training; safety planning; safety service records; workplace design. (71839)

CIS 98-1067 Royal Order of 27 March 1998 concerning external occupational safety and health services [Belgium]. (Dutch: Koninklijk besluit betreffende de externe diensten voor preventie en bescherming op het werk; French: Arrêté royal du 27 mars 1998 relatif aux services externes pour la prévention et la protection au travail [Belgique]) Moniteur belge - Belgisch Staatsblad, 31 Mar. 1998, No.63, 166th Year, p.9833-9844. (In Dutch, French)

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This Order was enacted pursuant to the Act of 4 August 1996 (CIS 97-1) concerning the welfare of workers at work. Topics: approval; Belgium; ergonomics; law; medical supervision; occupational medicine; plant health services; plant safety and health organization; safety and health committees; safety and health training; safety planning; safety suggestions; subcontractors. (71840)

CIS 98-1068 Royal Decree No.575 of 1997 determining the management and control of financial benefits paid by the social security system in cases of temporary disability [Spain]. (Spanish: Real Decreto 575/1997, de 18 de abril, por el que se regulan determinados aspectos de la gestión y control de la prestación económica de la seguridad social por incapacidad temporal [España]) Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, 1997, Vol.44, No.173, p.33-37. (In Spanish)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; cost of accidents; cost of diseases; degree of disability; economic aspects; law; medical examinations; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; role of insurance institutions; sickness absenteeism; Spain; workmen's compensation. (71861)

CIS 98-1069 Royal Decree of 1997 amending the General Regulation on collaboration in the management of social security mutual occupational accident and illness insurance schemes, approved by Royal Decree 1993/1995 of 7 December [Spain]. (Spanish: Real Decreto 576/1997, de 18 de abril, por el que se modifica el reglamento general sobre colaboración en la gestión de las mutuas de accidentes de trabajo y enfermedades profesionales de la seguridad social, aprobado por Real Decreto 1993/1995, de 7 diciembre [España]) Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, 1997, Vol.44, No.173, p.39-43. (In Spanish)

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Topics: cost of accidents; cost of diseases; degree of disability; economic aspects; law; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; role of insurance institutions; Spain; workmen's compensation. (71862)

CIS 98-1070 Order of 1997 implementing Royal Decree 575/1997 and amending the determining factors in the management and control of financial benefits paid by the social security in cases of temporary disability [Spain]. (Spanish: Orden de 19 de junio de 1997 por la que se desarrolla el Real Decreto 575/1997, de 18 de abril, que modifica determinados aspectos de la gestión y del control de la prestación económica de la seguridad social por incapacidad temporal [España]) Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, 1997, Vol.44, No.173, p.45-70. (In Spanish)

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For Decree 575/1997 see CIS 98-1068. Topics: accident absenteeism; cost of accidents; cost of diseases; degree of disability; economic aspects; law; medical examinations; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; role of insurance institutions; sickness absenteeism; Spain; workmen's compensation. (71863)

CIS 98-1071 Decree No.1295 of 1994 concerning the organization and administration of the General System of Occupational Hazards [Colombia]. (Spanish: Decreto número 1295 de 1994 por el cual se determina la organización y administración del Sistema General de Riesgos Profesionales [Colombia]) Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social, Santafé de Bogotá, Colombia, 1995. 20p. Copy on file at CIS. (In Spanish)

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This Decree establishes a scheme under the present social security system as laid down by Act No.100 of 1993 (CIS 95-791). It is implemented in part by Decree No.1771 of 1994 (CIS 98-1073). Topics: accident investigation; classification; Colombia; conditions of work; cost of accidents; cost of diseases; degree of disability; economic aspects; law; penalties; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; safety and health organization; workmen's compensation. (71867)

CIS 98-1072 Decree No.1542 of 1994 concerning the establishment and functioning of the National Occupational Health Committee [Colombia]. (Spanish: Decreto número 1542 de 1994 por el cual se reglamenta la integración y funcionamiento del Comité Nacional de Salud Ocupacional [Colombia]) Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social, Santafé de Bogotá, Colombia, 1995. 2p. Copy on file at CIS. (In Spanish)

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Topics: Colombia; law; role of employers organizations; role of workers organizations; safety and health institutions; safety and health organization. (71868)

CIS 98-1073 Decree No.1771 of 1994 implementing in part Decree 1295 of 1994 on the organization and administration of the General System of Occupational Hazards [Colombia]. (Spanish: Decreto 1771 de 1994 por el cual se reglamenta parcialmente el decreto 1295 de 1994 [Colombia]) Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social, Santafé de Bogotá, Colombia, 1995. 3p. Copy on file at CIS. (In Spanish)

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For Decree No.1295 of 1994 see CIS 98-1071. Topics: Colombia; economic aspects; law; responsibilities of employees; workmen's compensation. (71869)

CIS 98-1074 Decree No.6-CP of 20 January 1995 to regulate in detail the provisions of the occupational health and safety section of the Labour Code [Vietnam]. (Vietnamese: Nghi ding cua Chính phu sô 6-CP ngày 20-1-1995 quy dinh chi tiêt môt sô Diêu cua Bô Luât Lao dông vê an toàn lao dông, vê sinh lao dông) Công Báo, 3 Mar. 1995, No.6, p. 142-146. (In Vietnamese)

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This Decree was issued under the Labour Code (CIS 98-1059). Topics: dangerous work; law; occupational safety and health; periodic medical examinations; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; safety and health training; Vietnam D.R.; workmen's compensation. (71872)

CIS 98-1075 Resolution No.2013 of 1986 regulating the organization and function of committees of medicine, health and safety at work [Colombia]. (Spanish: Resolución número 2013 de 1986 por la cual se reglamenta la organización y funcionamiento de los Comités de Medicina, Higiene y Seguridad Industrial en los lugares de trabajo [Colombia]) Arseg, Articulos de Seguridad, Santafé de Bogotá, D.C, Colombia. 4p. Copy on file at CIS. (In Spanish)

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This Resolution modifies Resolution 1405 of 27 March 1980. Topics: accident investigation; Colombia; consultations; inspection; law; plant safety and health organization; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; safety and health committees. (71875)

CIS 98-1076 Regulation of 1975 concerning safety and health at work [Ecuador]. (Spanish: Reglamento de seguridad e higiene del trabajo [Ecuador]) Instituto Ecuatoriano de Seguridad Social, Division Nacional de Riesgos del Trabajo, Quito, Ecuador, 1995. 64p. (In Spanish)

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Topics: biological hazards; demolition; Ecuador; law; lighting; national organization; occupational safety and health; prohibited work; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; toxic substances; trenching and excavating; ventilation; vibration. (71876)

CIS 98-1077 Compendium of OSH laws and regulations [China]. (Chinese: Zhiye anquan weisheng xianxing fagui huibian) Centre for Labour Information and Documentation (CLID), Ministry of Labour, ILO-CIS National Centre for China, 17 Hui Xin Xi Jie, Chao Yang District, 100029 Beijing, People's Republic of China, 1995. 507p. Price: CNY 14., ISBN 7-105-02428-3 (In Chinese)

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Topics: China; compendium; law; legislation; occupational safety and health. (71847)

CIS 98-1078 Review of legislation published from 1st May to 31st July 1997 [France]. (French: Rappel des textes officiels parus du 1er mai au 31 juillet 1997 [France]) Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.289-291. (In French)

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Topics: carcinogens; asbestos; European Communities; first-aid organization; France; ionizing radiation; legislation; medical prevention; medical supervision; plant health services. (71418)

CIS 98-1079 European Community - Directory of current and draft directives on occupational safety and health - Analytical structure. (Spanish: Comunidad Europea - Repertorio de Directivas vigentes y programadas sobre seguridad y salud en el trabajo estructurado analíticamente) Castellá J.L., Grau M., Pinilla J., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1997. 14p. 6 ref., ISBN 84-7425-491-4 (In Spanish)

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Topics: biological hazards; chemical hazards; conditions of work; dangerous substances; directive; directory; employee rights; European Communities; harmful substances; hazard identification; hours of work; legislation; limitation of exposure; machinery; manual handling; occupational safety and health; personal protective equipment; physical hazards; prohibition of use; Spain; workplaces; young persons. (71537)

CIS 98-1080 Decree No.97-454 of 30 April 1997 modifying and completing the schedules of occupational diseases [France]. (French: Décret n°97-454 du 30 avril 1997 modifiant et complétant les tableaux de maladies professionnelles [France]) Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.275-287. 5 ref. (In French)

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See CIS 98-1081. Topics: allergic asthma; allergies; angioneurotic oedema; arsenic and compounds; bronchial cancer; comment on law; compensation of occupational diseases; conjunctivitis; diagnosis; eczema; France; latex; legislation; occupational diseases; rheumatoid arthritis; rheumatoid pneumoconiosis; rhinitis; schedule of occupational diseases; urticaria. (71417)

CIS 98-1081 Decree No.97-454 of 30 April 1997 modifying and completing the schedules of occupational diseases appended to Book IV of the Social Security Code (second part: Orders of the State Council) [France]. (French: Décret n°97-454 du 30 avril 1997 modifiant et complétant les tableaux de maladies professionnelles annexés au livre IV du code de la sécurité sociale (deuxième partie: Décrets en Conseil d'Etat) [France]) Journal officiel de la République française, 8 May 1997, p.6995. (In French)

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See CIS 98-1080. Topics: allergic asthma; allergies; angioneurotic oedema; bronchial cancer; compensation of occupational diseases; conjunctivitis; eczema; France; latex; legislation; occupational diseases; rhinitis; schedule of occupational diseases; urticaria. (71510)

CIS 98-1082 Notification No.820 of 1997: List of occupational diseases [Denmark]. (Danish: Bekendtgørelse om fortegnelse over erhvervssygdomme) Lovtidende A, 3 Nov. 1997, Vol.163, p.4472-4489. (In Danish)

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This Notification entered into force 1 December 1997. Topics: classification; Denmark; infectious diseases; ionizing radiation; law; occupational diseases; schedule of occupational diseases; toxic substances. (71851)

CIS 98-1083 Legislation in practice: Maternity protection. (Dutch: Wetgeving in de praktijk: Moederschapsbescherming; French: Législation en pratique: Protection de la maternité) Kruse A., Lamotte J.M., Van Emelen J., Association nationale pour la prévention des accidents du travail (ANPAT), rue Gachard 88, Bte. 4, 1050 Bruxelles, Belgium, 1997. 22p. Illus. 20 ref., ISBN 2-87112-045-5(fr), ISBN 90-70902-44-3(ne) (In Dutch, French)

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Topics: Belgium; biological hazards; chemical hazards; comment on directive; comment on law; conditions of work; expectant mothers; hazard evaluation; legislation; medical supervision; night work; nursing mothers; physical hazards; risk factors. (71501)

CIS 98-1084 Order of 28 May 1997 on the approval of occupational medical services responsible for the medical supervision of external contractors working in core nuclear installations [France]. (French: Arrêté du 28 mai 1997 relatif aux modalités d'habilitation des services médicaux du travail chargés d'assurer la surveillance médicale des travailleurs des entreprises extérieures intervenant dans les installations nucléaires de base [France]) Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.293-294. (In French)

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Topics: France; legislation; medical supervision; nuclear power stations; plant health services; subcontractors. (71419)

CIS 98-1085 Order of 28 May 1997 on the content of specialized training of occupational practitioners responsible for the medical supervision of external contractors working in core nuclear installations [France]. (French: Arrêté du 28 mai 1997 relatif au contenu de la formation spécifique des médecins du travail chargés d'assurer la surveillance médicale des travailleurs des entreprises extérieures intervenant dans les installations nucléaires de base [France]) Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.294-295. (In French)

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Topics: France; industrial physicians; legislation; medical supervision; nuclear power stations; subcontractors; training of OSH personnel. (71420)

CIS 98-1086 Act of 31 December 1993 amending the provisions of the Labor Code which relate to construction and civil engineering work in order to ensure the safety and health of workers and transposing into national legislation European Directive 92/57/EEC [France]. (French: Loi du 31 déc. 1993 modifiant les dispositions du code du travail applicables aux opérations de bâtiment et de génie civil en vue d'assurer la sécurité et de protéger la santé des travailleurs et portant transposition de la directive 92/57/CEE [France]) Journal officiel de la République française, 1st Jan. 1994, 126th Year, No.1, p.14-17. (In French)

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For European Directive No.92/57/EEC of 24 June 1992 see CIS 93-1062. Topics: building industry; construction industry; construction sites; European Communities; France; law; penalties; plant safety and health organization; responsibilities of employers; safe working methods; safety planning; temporary workplaces. (71833)

CIS 98-1087 Underground coal mine safety regulations - Revised as of 1992 [China]. Ministry of Energy, People's Republic of China, 1992. 367p. (In English)

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Topics: bituminous-coal mining; methane; China; coal mining; electricity; explosives; fire protection; first aid; law; mechanical ventilation; mine gases; mine ventilation; mining and quarrying; shaft sinking; shotfiring; underground haulage; underground work; water infusion. (71841)

CIS 98-1088 Decree of 4 February 1998 prohibiting the manufacture, processing, importation, marketing and use of asbestos-based construction materials [Burkina Faso]. (French: Décret du 4 fév. 1998 portant interdiction de la fabrication, de la transformation, de l'importation, de la commercialisation et de l'utilisation des matériaux de construction à base d'amiante [Burkina Faso]) Journal officiel du Burkina Faso, 26 Feb. 1998, No.9, p.3994. (In French)

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Topics: asbestos; building industry; building materials; Burkina Faso; law; penalties; prohibited work; prohibition of use. (71854)

CIS 98-1089 Commission Decision of 5 Dec. 1997 on the procedure for attesting the conformity of construction products [European Communities]. (French: Décision de la Commission du 5 déc. 1997 relative à la procédure d'attestation de conformité des produits de construction [Communautés européennes]) Journal officiel des Communautés européennes - Official Journal of the European Communities, 29 Apr. 1998, No.L.127, p.26-28. (In English, French)

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Commission Decision pursuant to Article 20(2) of Council Directive 89/106/EEC (CIS 93-3) as regards non-load-bearing permanent shuttering kits/systems based on hollow blocks or panels of insulating materials and, sometimes, concrete. Topics: approval; building materials; building panels; compliance tests; concrete work; construction industry; directive; European Communities; fire prevention; flame retardants; staybolts; walls. (71857)

CIS 98-1090 Order of 14 March 1996 concerning the list of dangerous work categories in the extractive industries that require a written safety policy [France]. (French: Arrêté du 14 mars 1996 relatif à la liste des travaux dangereux nécessitant dans les industries extractives un plan de prévention établi par écrit [France]) Journal officiel de la République française, 2 Apr. 1996, No.79, 128th Year, p.5086-5087. (In French)

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Topics: biological hazards; carcinogens; dangerous work; explosion prevention; France; harmful substances; ionizing radiation; law; lifting equipment; mining and quarrying; mining industry; safety planning; toxic substances; underground work; winches. (71860)

CIS 98-1091 Order No.114 MINAGRA of 8 July 1996 regulating hygiene on board fishing vessels [Côte d'Ivoire]. (French: Arrêté n°114 MINAGRA du 8 juillet 1996 portant réglementation des conditions d'hygiène applicables à bord des navires de pêche [Côte d'Ivoire]) Journal officiel de la République de Côte d'Ivoire, 1st Aug. 1996, 38th Year, No. 31, p.745-747. (In French)

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Topics: conditions of work; Côte d'Ivoire; factory ships; fishing; housekeeping; inspection; law; occupational health survey; occupational hygiene; trawlers. (71866)

CIS 98-1092 Council Directive of 17 September 1984 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to common provisions for construction plant and equipment [European Communities]. (French: Directive du Conseil du 17 sept. 1984 concernant le rapprochement des législations des Etats membres relatives aux dispositions communes aux matériels et engins de chantier [Communautés européennes]) Journal officiel des Communautés européennes - Official Journal of the European Communities, 19 Nov. 1984, No.L.300, p.111-122. (In English, French)

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Topics: approval; building materials; compliance tests; construction industry; construction sites; directive; earthmoving equipment; European Communities; materials testing; periodical checks. (71873)

CIS 98-1093 Regulation on Safety in the Use of Chemicals at Work [China]. Internal ILO Document: Final Report of Inter-regional Program on Human Resources Development and Capacity Building in the field of Occupational Safety and Health Policies. From CIS only. 6p. (In English)

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This Regulation entered into force 1 January 1997. Topics: chemical hazards; chemical products; China; danger symbols; dangerous substances; data sheet; emergency organization; fire hazards; first-aid organization; harmful substances; hazard identification; health hazards; information of personnel; law; penalties; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; safety and health engineering; safety and health organization; safety and health training; storage; supply of personal protective equipment; transport; warning notices. (71856)

CIS 98-1094 Council Directive 98/24/EC of 7 April 1998 on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work (14th Directive within the meaning of Article 16(1) of Directive 89/391/EC) [European Communities]. (French: Directive du Conseil 98/24/CE du 7 avril 1998 concernant la protection de la santé et de la sécurité des travailleurs contre les risques liés à des agents chimiques sur le lieu de travail (14e directive au sens de l'art. 16(1) de la dir. 89/391/CEE) [Communautés européennes]) Journal officiel des Communautés européennes - Official Journal of the European Communities, 5 May 1998, No.L.131, p.11-23. (In English, French)

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This Directive (effective 25 May 1998) repeals Directives 80/1107/EEC (CIS 81-1610), 88/364/EEC (CIS 90-1423) and 82/605/EEC (CIS 83-1783) not later than 5 May 2001. It amends Directives 83/477/EEC (CIS 84-327) and 86/188/EEC (CIS 87-45). Topics: alarm systems; biological hazards; biological threshold limits; lead; chemical products; directive; emergency organization; European Communities; exposure records; harmful substances; hazard evaluation; information of personnel; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; prohibition of use; responsibilities of employers; safety and health training; threshold limit values; workers participation. (71858)

CIS 98-1095 Ontario Regulation 382/91 made under the occupational health and safety Act [Canada - Ontario]. (French: Règlement 382/91 de 1991 pris en application de la Loi sur la Santé et la Sécurité au travail [Canada - Ontario]) Ontario Gazette - Gazette de l'Ontario, 1991, p.717-720. (In French)

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This Regulation was made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (CIS 94-177). It adds a French version to Regulation 837 of the Revised Regulations of Ontario, 1990 (Designated Substance - Asbestos). Topics: asbestos mining; asbestos processing industry; asbestos; Canada; exposure evaluation; exposure records; law; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; medical supervision; Ontario; responsibilities of employers; threshold limit values; transfer to other work. (71870)

CIS 98-1096 Regulation of 1985 concerning the general classification and terminology of dangerous substances [Costa Rica]. (Spanish: Reglamento de Clasificación General y Terminología de Sustancias Peligrosas [Costa Rica]) La Gaceta - Diario Oficial (Costa Rica), 3 July 1985, No.125, p.1-3. (In Spanish)

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This Decree is modified by Decree No.21406-S concerning the registration and control of toxic and dangerous products or substances (CIS 98-1097). Topics: classification; combustible substances; control of issue of dangerous materials; corrosive substances; Costa Rica; dangerous substances; dissolved gases; explosive substances; flammable liquids; flammable substances; law; liquefied gases; radioactive substances; toxic substances. (71877)

CIS 98-1097 Regulation of 1992 concerning the registration and control of toxic or dangerous substances, products and objects [Costa Rica]. (Spanish: Reglamento de registro y control de sustancias o productos tóxicos y sustancias, productos u objetos peligrosos [Costa Rica]) La Gaceta - Diario Oficial (Costa Rica), 17 Sep. 1992, No.179, p.2-7. Illus. (In Spanish)

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This Regulation modifies Decree No.16335-S of 1985 concerning the general classification and definition of dangerous substances (CIS 98-1096). Topics: approval; classification; combustible substances; control of issue of dangerous materials; corrosive substances; Costa Rica; dangerous substances; explosion prevention; labelling; law; radioactive substances; safety and health organization; toxic substances. (71878)

CIS 98-1098 European Community - Directory of current and draft directives on product safety - Analytical structure. (Spanish: Comunidad Europea - Repertorio de Directivas vigentes y programadas sobre seguridad en los productos estructurado analíticamente) Castellá J.L., Grau M., Pinilla J., Casla P., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1997. 20p. 6 ref., ISBN 84-7425-490-6 (In Spanish)

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Topics: building materials; classification; dangerous substances; directive; directory; electrical equipment; European Communities; explosion-proof electrical equipment; harmful substances; hazard identification; legislation; machinery; packing, filling; passenger lifts; personal protective equipment; pressure vessels and systems; product safety; Spain; supply of information. (71536)

CIS 98-1099 Notification No.823 of 1997 concerning dose limits for ionizing radiation [Denmark]. (Danish: Bekendtgørelse om dosisgrænser for ioniserende stræling) Lovtidende A, 31 Oct. 1997, Vol.165, p.4503-4521. (In Danish)

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This Notification (effective 1 January 1998) was enacted pursuant to European Council Directive 96/29/EURATOM of 13 May 1996 (CIS 96-1943), which lays down basic safety standards for the protection of the health of workers and the general public against the dangers arising from ionizing radiation. Topics: Denmark; exposure evaluation; exposure records; ionizing radiation; law; length of exposure; penalties; permissible radiation doses; radiation protection. (71852)

CIS 98-1100 Commission Directive of 11 July 1985 adapting to technical progress Council Directive 84/533/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the permissible sound power level of compressors [European Communities]. (French: Directive de la Commission du 11 juil. 1985 portant adaptation au progrès technique de la directive 84/533/CEE du Conseil, concernant le rapprochement des législations des Etats membres relatives au niveau de puissance acoustique admissible des motocompresseurs [Communautés européennes]) Official Journal of the European Communities - Journal officiel des Communautés européennes, 30 Aug. 1985, No.L.233, p.11-15. Illus. (In English, French)

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This Directive amends Annexes I and II to Directive 84/533/EEC (CIS 95-1195). Topics: compressors; description of technique; directive; European Communities; noise level measurement; noise level; permissible levels; sound power. (71864)

CIS 98-1101 Ordinance No.1322 of 1997 concerning the protection of workers from risks related to the use of biological agents at work [Norway]. (Norwegian: Forskrift om vern av arbeidstakerne mot farer ved arbeid med biologiske faktorer) Norsk Lovtidend, 16 Jan. 1998, Part I, Vol.27-1997, p.2319-2340. (In Norwegian)

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This Ordinance entered into force 1 January 1998. Topics: biological hazards; biological protection; classification; hazard identification; information of personnel; law; list; Norway; penalties; responsibilities of employers; safety and health training. (71853)

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CIS 98-1102 3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine. (Spanish: 3,3'-Diclorobencidina) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0481. International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: 3,3'-dichlorobenzidine; carcinogenic effects; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71441)

CIS 98-1103 Dichlorodifluoromethane (liquefied). (Spanish: Diclorodifluorometano (licuado)) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0048 (CIS 91-41). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: arrhythmia; asphyxia; dichlorodifluoromethane; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; frostbite; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71442)

CIS 98-1104 1,1-Dichloroethane. (Spanish: 1,1-Dicloroetano) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0249 (CIS 92-1468). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: 1,1-dichloroethane; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71443)

CIS 98-1105 1,1-Dichloroethylene. (Spanish: 1,1-Dicloroetileno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0083 (CIS 91-1796). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: vinylidene chloride; central nervous system; chemical burns; chemical hazards; chemical pneumonitis; data sheet; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71444)

CIS 98-1106 Dichloromethane. (Spanish: Diclorometano) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0058 (CIS 91-769). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: brain tissue damage; carcinogenic effects; dichloromethane; central nervous system; chemical burns; chemical hazards; chemical pneumonitis; data sheet; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; haemoglobinaemia; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71445)

CIS 98-1107 3,5-Dichloronitrobenzene. (Spanish: 3,5-Dicloronitrobenceno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0255 (CIS 92-1474). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: 1,3-dichloro-5-nitrobenzene; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; methaemoglobinaemia; skin absorption; Spain; storage; translation; waste disposal. (71446)

CIS 98-1108 1,3-Dichloro-2-nitrobenzene. (Spanish: 1,3-Dicloro-2-nitrobenceno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0253 (CIS 92-1472). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: 1,3-dichloro-2-nitrobenzene; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; methaemoglobinaemia; skin absorption; Spain; storage; translation; waste disposal. (71447)

CIS 98-1109 Dichlorotoluene. (Spanish: α,α-Diclorotolueno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0101 (CIS 92-32). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: benzylidene chloride; carcinogenic effects; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; pulmonary oedema; respiratory impairment; Spain; storage; translation; waste disposal. (71448)

CIS 98-1110 2-Diethylaminoethanol. (Spanish: 2-Dietilaminoetanol) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0257 (CIS 92-1476). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: diethylaminoethanol; central nervous system; chemical burns; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; pulmonary oedema; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71449)

CIS 98-1111 Diethyl ether. (Spanish: Dietileter) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0355 (CIS 93-380). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: diethyl ether; central nervous system; chemical hazards; chemical pneumonitis; data sheet; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; narcotic effects; neurotoxic effects; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71450)

CIS 98-1112 N,N-Dimethylacetamide. (Spanish: N,N-Dimetilacetamida) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0259 (CIS 92-1478). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: antifertility effects; dimethylacetamide; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71451)

CIS 98-1113 Dimethylamine, anhydride (liquefied). (Spanish: Dimetilamina, anhidra (licuado)) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0260 (CIS 92-1479). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: dimethylamine; caustic substances; chemical burns; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; frostbite; gastric disorders; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; pulmonary oedema; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71452)

CIS 98-1114 N,N-Dimethylhydrazine. (Spanish: N,N-Dimetilhidrazina) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0147 (CIS 92-410). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: 1,1-dimethylhydrazine; blindness; carcinogenic effects; caustic substances; central nervous system; chemical burns; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; labelling; neurotoxic effects; pulmonary oedema; respiratory insufficiency; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71453)

CIS 98-1115 Dimethoxymethane. (Spanish: Dimetoximetano) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 1152. International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: dimethoxymethane; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71454)

CIS 98-1116 Dinoseb. (Spanish: Dinoseb) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0149 (CIS 92-412). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: antifertility effects; cataract; central nervous system; chemical hazards; convulsions; data sheet; dermatitis; dinoseb; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastrointestinal diseases; health hazards; hepatic damage; immunobiological changes; IPCS; irritation; labelling; methaemoglobinaemia; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; Spain; storage; translation; unconsciousness; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71455)

CIS 98-1117 1,4-Dioxane. (Spanish: 1,4-Dioxano) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0041 (CIS 91-381). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: carcinogenic effects; dioxane; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71456)

CIS 98-1118 Chlorine dioxide. (Spanish: Dióxido de cloro) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0127 (CIS 92-391). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: chlorine dioxide; caustic substances; chemical burns; chemical hazards; chronic bronchitis; data sheet; delayed effects; dental erosion; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; lacrimating agents; pulmonary oedema; respiratory impairment; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71457)

CIS 98-1119 Titanium dioxide. (Spanish: Dióxido de titanio) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0338 (CIS 93-76). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: titanium dioxide; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; Spain; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71458)

CIS 98-1120 Stoddard solvent. (Spanish: Disolvente de Stoddard) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0361 (93-397). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: white spirit; central nervous system; chemical hazards; chemical pneumonitis; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71459)

CIS 98-1121 Carbon disulfide. (Spanish: Disulfuro de carbono) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0022 (CIS 90-1451). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: antifertility effects; carbon disulfide; cardiovascular disorders; central nervous system; chemical hazards; chemical pneumonitis; coronary diseases; data sheet; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neuropsychic effects; neurotoxic effects; polyneuritis; psychoses; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71460)

CIS 98-1122 Dodecanethiol. (Spanish: Dodecano-1-tiol) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0042 (CIS 91-382). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: asthma; dodecanethiol; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; respiratory insufficiency; sensitization; Spain; storage; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71461)

CIS 98-1123 Dodecylbenzene. (Spanish: Dodecilbenceno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0265 (CIS 92-1484). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: data sheet; dodecylbenzene; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; translation; waste disposal. (71462)

CIS 98-1124 2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol. (Spanish: 2,3-Epoxipropan-1-ol) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0159 (CIS 92-746). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: antifertility effects; carcinogenic effects; glycidol; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; pulmonary oedema; respiratory impairment; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71463)

CIS 98-1125 Styrene. (Spanish: Estireno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0073 (CIS 91-1454). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: asthma; carcinogenic effects; central nervous system; chemical hazards; chemical pneumonitis; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; styrene; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71464)

CIS 98-1126 Strychnine. (Spanish: Estricnina) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0197 (CIS 92-1117). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: central nervous system; chemical hazards; convulsions; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; labelling; neurotoxic effects; respiratory insufficiency; Spain; storage; strychnine; threshold limit values; toxic substances; translation; waste disposal. (71465)

CIS 98-1127 Ethanediol. (Spanish: Etano-1,2-diol) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0270 (CIS 92-1792). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: brain tissue damage; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; ethylene glycol; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; waste disposal. (71466)

CIS 98-1128 Ethylamine (liquefied). (Spanish: Etilamina (licuado)) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0153 (CIS 92-741). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: ethylamine; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; lung diseases; renal damage; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; tissue damage; translation; waste disposal. (71467)

CIS 98-1129 Ethylenediamine. (Spanish: Etilendiamina) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0269 (CIS 92-1487). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: asthma; ethylenediamine; caustic substances; chemical burns; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; pulmonary oedema; respiratory impairment; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71468)

CIS 98-1130 2-Ethoxyethanol. (Spanish: 2-Etoxietanol) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0060 (CIS 91-762). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: anaemia; antifertility effects; blood-cell anomalies; bone marrow diseases; ethoxyethanol; central nervous system; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; unconsciousness; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71469)

CIS 98-1131 Phenylhydrazine. (Spanish: Fenilhidrazina) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0938. International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: anaemia; carcinogenic effects; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; haemolysis; health hazards; hepatic damage; hypoxia; IPCS; irritation; labelling; phenylhydrazine; renal damage; respiratory impairment; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71470)

CIS 98-1132 Phenol. (Spanish: Fenol) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0070 (CIS 91-1451). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: blindness; cardiological effects; caustic substances; central nervous system; chemical burns; chemical hazards; coma; convulsions; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; labelling; neurotoxic effects; phenol; pulmonary oedema; renal damage; respiratory insufficiency; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71471)

CIS 98-1133 Hydrogen fluoride. (Spanish: Fluoruro de hidrógeno) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0283 (CIS 92-1805). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: calcaemia; cardiological effects; hydrofluoric acid; caustic substances; chemical burns; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; labelling; pulmonary oedema; renal damage; respiratory impairment; skeletal fluorosis; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71472)

CIS 98-1134 Triorthocresyl phosphate. (Spanish: Fosfato de tri-o-tolilo) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0961. International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: triorthocresyl phosphate; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; neurotoxic effects; paresis; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71473)

CIS 98-1135 Bis(ethylhexyl) phthalate. (Spanish: Ftalato de bis(2-etilhexilo)) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0271 (CIS 92-1793). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: bis(ethylhexyl) phthalate; chemical hazards; data sheet; dermatitis; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastrointestinal diseases; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71474)

CIS 98-1136 Dibutyl phthalate. (Spanish: Ftalato de dibutilo) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0036 (CIS 91-40). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: dibutyl phthalate; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; labelling; Spain; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71475)

CIS 98-1137 Diethyl phthalate. (Spanish: Ftalato de dietilo) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0258 (CIS 92-1477). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: antifertility effects; diethyl phthalate; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71476)

CIS 98-1138 2-Furaldehyde. (Spanish: 2-Furaldehido) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0276 (CIS 92-1798). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: furfural; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritation; labelling; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71477)

CIS 98-1139 Glutaraldehyde. (Spanish: Glutaral) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0158 (CIS 92-745). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: asthma; glutaraldehyde; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; respiratory impairment; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71478)

CIS 98-1140 Glutaraldehyde (50% solution). (Spanish: Glutaral (disolución al 50%)) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0352 (CIS 93-383). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: asthma; glutaraldehyde; chemical hazards; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; elimination of spills; environmental pollution; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; respiratory impairment; sensitization; skin absorption; Spain; storage; threshold limit values; translation; waste disposal. (71479)

CIS 98-1141 Glyphosate. (Spanish: Glyfosato) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish)

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Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0160 (CIS 92-747). International Chemical Safety Card. Topics: glyphosate; chemical hazards; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; IPCS; irritation; labelling; Spain; storage; translation; waste disposal. (71480)

CIS 98-1142 Ammonium chloroplatinate. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: allergic asthma; ammonium hexachloroplatinate; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin allergies; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71481)

CIS 98-1143 Ammonium chromate. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: ammonium chromate; blindness; carcinogenic effects; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; perforation of the nasal septum; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; skin allergies; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the skin; USA; waste disposal. (71482)

CIS 98-1144 n-Amyl acetate. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: n-amyl acetate; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; neurotoxic effects; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; unconsciousness; USA; waste disposal. (71483)

CIS 98-1145 sec-Amyl acetate. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: sec-amyl acetate; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; neurotoxic effects; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; unconsciousness; USA; waste disposal. (71484)

CIS 98-1146 Antimony. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; antimony; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; heart diseases; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; radiological changes; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the nasal mucosa; USA; waste disposal. (71485)

CIS 98-1147 Antimony pentachloride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: antimony pentachloride; caustic substances; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; heart diseases; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the nasal mucosa; USA; waste disposal. (71486)

CIS 98-1148 Antimony pentafluoride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: antimony pentafluoride; caustic substances; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; heart diseases; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; radiological changes; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71487)

CIS 98-1149 Antimony potassium tartrate. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: antimony potassium tartrate; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; heart diseases; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the nasal mucosa; USA; waste disposal. (71488)

CIS 98-1150 Antimony trifluoride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: antimony trifluoride; caustic substances; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; heart diseases; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; radiological changes; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the nasal mucosa; USA; waste disposal. (71489)

CIS 98-1151 Antimony trioxide. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: abortion; antimony trioxide; carcinogens; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; embryotoxic effects; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; heart diseases; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung cancer; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; radiological changes; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the nasal mucosa; USA; waste disposal. (71490)

CIS 98-1152 Benzenethiol. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: thiophenol; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; paresis; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71491)

CIS 98-1153 p-Benzoquinone. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: benzoquinone; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the skin; USA; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71492)

CIS 98-1154 Beryllium chloride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: beryllium chloride; bronchitis; carcinogens; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; embryotoxic effects; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; functional heart disorders; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung cancer; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; pneumonia; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the skin; USA; waste disposal. (71493)

CIS 98-1155 Beryllium fluoride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: beryllium fluoride; bronchitis; carcinogens; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; functional heart disorders; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung cancer; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; pneumonia; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the skin; USA; waste disposal. (71494)

CIS 98-1156 Beryllium oxide. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: beryllium oxide; bone diseases; bronchitis; carcinogens; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; functional heart disorders; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; lung diseases; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; pneumonia; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; ulceration of the skin; USA; waste disposal. (71495)

CIS 98-1157 4-Chloro-o-toluidine hydrochloride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: bladder diseases; bladder tumour; carcinogens; p-chloro-o-toluidine hydrochloride; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; methaemoglobinaemia; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; storage; USA; waste disposal. (71496)

CIS 98-1158 Diazinon. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; diazinon; data sheet; elimination of spills; embryotoxic effects; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; neurotoxic effects; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; poisoning; respirators; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71497)

CIS 98-1159 Ferrous chloride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: ferrous chloride; caustic substances; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; respirators; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71498)

CIS 98-1160 Heptachlor. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; carcinogens; data sheet; elimination of spills; embryotoxic effects; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; heptachlor; limitation of exposure; liver cancer; medical examinations; neurotoxic effects; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; unconsciousness; USA; waste disposal. (71499)

CIS 98-1161 Hexachlorobutadiene. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: carcinogens; hexachlorobutadiene; chemical burns; data sheet; elimination of spills; embryotoxic effects; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71500)

CIS 98-1162 Selenium and its inorganic compounds (as selenium). (Spanish: Selenio y sus compuestos inorgánicos (como selenio)) Noticias de seguridad, Aug. 1998, Vol.60, No.8. 6p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: sodium selenite; sodium selenate; selenium dioxide; seleninyl dichloride; chemical burns; data sheet; delayed effects; dermatitis; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; eye irritation; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; personal protective equipment; respirators; respiratory impairment; selenium and compounds; sensitization; skin absorption; USA; waste disposal. (71651)

CIS 98-1163 Ronnel. (Spanish: Ronel) Noticias de seguridad, Aug. 1998, Vol.60, No.8. 4p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: agricultural chemicals; ronnel; data sheet; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; USA; waste disposal. (71652)

CIS 98-1164 Organic compounds of tin (as tin). (Spanish: Compuestos de estaño orgánico (como estaño)) Noticias de seguridad, Sep. 1998, Vol.60, No.9. 6p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: chemical burns; data sheet; delayed effects; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; neurotoxic effects; organotin compounds; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; tin and compounds; USA; waste disposal. (71653)

CIS 98-1165 Triethylamine. (Spanish: Trietilamina) Noticias de seguridad, Sep. 1998, Vol.60, No.9, 4p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: cardiovascular disorders; triethylamine; data sheet; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; eye irritation; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; USA; waste disposal. (71654)

CIS 98-1166 1,1-Dichloro-1-nitroethane. (Spanish: 1,1-Dicloro-1-nitroetano) Noticias de seguridad, Oct. 1998, Vol.60, No.10. 4p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: 1,1-dichloro-1-nitroethane; cardiovascular disorders; data sheet; dermatitis; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; USA; waste disposal. (71655)

CIS 98-1167 Ethylene chlorohydrin. (Spanish: Clorohidrina de etileno) Noticias de seguridad, Oct. 1998, Vol.60, No.10. 4p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: brain tissue damage; 2-chloroethanol; data sheet; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; personal protective equipment; pulmonary oedema; renal damage; respirators; skin absorption; unconsciousness; USA; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71656)

CIS 98-1168 Dinitrobenzene (all isomers). (Spanish: Dinitrobenceno (todos los isómeros)) Noticias de seguridad, Nov. 1998, Vol.60, No.11. 4p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: anaemia; dinitrobenzene; data sheet; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; gastric disorders; health hazards; hepatic damage; hypoxia; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; methaemoglobinaemia; personal protective equipment; respirators; respiratory impairment; skin absorption; unconsciousness; USA; visual function disorders; waste disposal. (71657)

CIS 98-1169 sec-Hexyl acetate. (Spanish: Acetato de sec-hexilo) Noticias de seguridad, Nov. 1998, Vol.60, No.11. 4p. Insert. (In Spanish)

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Chemical safety card published by the Consejo Interamericano de Seguridad, 33 Park Place, Englewood, NJ 07631, USA. Topics: 1,3-dimethylbutyl acetate; data sheet; determination in air; elimination of spills; explosion hazards; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; personal protective equipment; respirators; skin absorption; unconsciousness; USA; waste disposal. (71658)

CIS 98-1170 Iron chloride. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1997. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; caustic substances; data sheet; elimination of spills; ferric chloride; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; respirators; respiratory impairment; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71659)

CIS 98-1171 Lead azide. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Right to Know Program, PO Box 368, Trenton, NJ 08625-0368, USA, 1998. 6p. (In English)

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Topics: anaemia; brain tissue damage; lead azide; data sheet; elimination of spills; fire fighting; fire hazards; first aid; health hazards; irritation; limitation of exposure; medical examinations; neurotoxic effects; New Jersey; personal protective equipment; renal damage; respirators; storage; threshold limit values; USA; waste disposal. (71660)

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CIS 98-1172 Safety and health representatives. (Spanish: Delegado/a de prevención) Fundación Formación y Empleo (FOREM), Secretaría Confederal de Formación y Cultura, Secretaría de Medio Ambiente y Salud Laboral, CC.OO., Madrid, Spain, 1996. 13 computer diskettes (Windows 3.x or Windows 95). (In Spanish)

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Topics: glossary; hazard evaluation; occupational safety and health; plant safety and health organization; risk factors; safety and health committees; Spain; training course; training material. (71532)

CIS 98-1173 Regulation of safety and health services [Spain]. (Spanish: Reglamento de los servicios de prevención) Confederación Sindical de Comisiones Obreras, Secretaría Confederal de Medio Ambiente y Salud Laboral, CC.OO., Madrid, Spain, Feb. 1997. 53p. (In Spanish)

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Provides guidance on the Decree of 1997 approving the regulation on safety and health services (see CIS 97-353). Topics: check lists; comment on law; hazard evaluation; legislation; occupational safety and health; plant safety and health organization; plant safety and health supervision; risk factors; role of workers organizations; safety planning; Spain; training manuals; training material. (71534)

CIS 98-1174 Catalogue of publications 1998 - Health and well-being. European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions, Office for Official Publications of the European Communities, 2985 Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, 1998. 27p., ISBN 92-828-3881-1 (In English)

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Topics: catalogue; conditions of work; European Communities; handicapped workers; hours of work; human relations; mental stress; national organization; occupational hygiene; safety literature; sickness absenteeism; training material; workmen's compensation. (71679)

CIS 98-1175 Training sessions on occupational safety. Morris G., Ashton D., Gower Publishing Ltd., Gower House, Croft Road, Aldershot, Hampshire GU11 3HR, United Kingdom, Sep. 1998. x, 495p. (looseleaf). Price: GBP 225.00., ISBN 0-566-07910-0 (In English)

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Topics: analysis of accident causes; criminal liability; CRT display terminals; fire protection; harmful substances; hazard evaluation; hazard identification; legislation; manual handling; notification of occupational accidents; occupational safety and health; offices; personal protective equipment; plant safety and health organization; responsibilities; risk factors; role of labour inspection; safety checks; safety service records; safety training in industry; training course; training manuals; training material; United Kingdom. (71720)

CIS 98-1176 Guide for safety and health representatives - Law on the prevention of occupational hazards [Spain]. (Spanish: Guía del delegado y delegada de prevención - Ley de prevención de riesgos laborales) Boix P., Gadea R., Jacob M.J.L., Bona V.U., Secretaría Confederal de Medio Ambiente y Salud Laboral de CC.OO., Madrid, Spain, 1996. 313p. Illus., ISBN 84-87851-39-8 (In Spanish)

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Provides guidance on the Act of 1995 concerning the prevention of occupational hazards (CIS 95-1921). Topics: comment on law; enforcement; hazard evaluation; information dissemination; information of personnel; legislation; national organization; occupational safety and health; penalties; plant safety and health organization; public OSH institutions; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; role of labour inspection; role of workers organizations; safety and health committees; safety and health training; Spain; training manuals; training material; workers participation. (71531)

CIS 98-1177 Introduction to occupational safety and health. (Spanish: Introducción a la salud laboral) Fundación Formación y Empleo (FOREM), Secretaría Confederal de Formación y Cultura, Secretaría de Medio Ambiente y Salud Laboral, CC.OO., Madrid, Spain, 1996. 11 computer diskettes (Windows 3.x or Windows 95). (In Spanish)

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Topics: glossary; hazard evaluation; occupational safety and health; plant safety and health organization; risk factors; safety and health committees; Spain; training course; training material. (71533)

CIS 98-1178 Occupational safety and health for safety and health representatives. (Spanish: Salud laboral para delegados/as de prevención) Secretaría Confederal de Formación y Cultura de CC.OO., Madrid, Spain, 1996. 128p. Illus. (In Spanish)

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Topics: hazard evaluation; information of personnel; legislation; occupational safety and health; plant safety and health organization; plant safety and health supervision; risk factors; role of workers organizations; safety and health committees; Spain; supply of information; training manuals; training material; workers participation. (71535)

CIS 98-1179 Videos from the Health and Safety Executive. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO106FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. 35p. Illus. Index. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; audiovisual material; construction work; dust control; electrical safety; film catalogue; occupational safety and health; small enterprises; training material; United Kingdom; woodworking industry; young persons. (71678)

CIS 98-1180 HSE Books - List of free publications (revised February 1998). Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Feb. 1998. 18p. (In English)

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Topics: catalogue; safety literature; United Kingdom. (71680)

CIS 98-1181 Labour protection - Inspector training manual. (Chinese: Jianchayuan peixun jiaocai) The All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU), 10 Fuxingmenwai Street, Beijing 100865, People's Republic of China, 1998. 154p. Illus. Price: CNY 7.30., ISBN 7-80011-303-5 (In Chinese)

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Topics: China; labour inspection; labour inspectors; plant safety and health organization; role of workers organizations; safety and health engineering; training manuals; training material. (71844)

CIS 98-1182 Trade union labour protection - Training material. (Chinese: Gonghui laodong baohu peixun jiaocai) The All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU), 10 Fuxingmenwai Street, Beijing 100865, People's Republic of China, 1997. 266p. Illus. Price: CNY 12., ISBN 7-80134-213-5 (In Chinese)

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Topics: China; plant safety and health organization; role of workers organizations; safety and health engineering; training manuals; training material. (71845)

CIS 98-1183 Teaching programme (trial) and syllabi (trial) on training courses for trade union occupational safety and health inspectors. The Occupational Safety and Health Information and Training Centre, All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU), 10 Fuxingmenwai Street, Beijing 100865, People's Republic of China, 1989. 85p. (In English)

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Topics: chemical safety; China; dust control; electrical safety; ergonomics; harmful substances; labour inspectors; mining industry; physical hazards; plant safety and health organization; role of labour inspection; role of management; role of workers organizations; safety and health engineering; training course; training material. (71846)

CIS 98-1184 Guide for the introduction of the International Code of Ethics for Occupational Health Professionals in teaching and training programs in Africa. (French: Guide pour l'introduction du Code international d'Ethique pour les professionnels de la Santé au Travail dans les programmes d'enseignement et de formation en Afrique) ILO Multidisciplinary Team for Central and West Africa (EMACO), International Labour Office, Multidisciplinary Team for Central and West Africa, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, Feb. 1996. 27p. (In French)

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Topics: Africa; comment on directive; ethics; ILO; international agreements; occupational medicine; professional status; responsibilities; training material; training of OSH personnel. (71731)

CIS 98-1185 Welding in tanks and confined spaces - Essential points for your safety. (French: Soudage à l'intérieur de réservoirs et dans des espaces exigus - Points essentiels pour votre sécurité) Caisse nationale suisse d'assurance en cas d'accidents, Sécurité au travail, Secteur chimie, Case postale, 1001 Lausanne, Switzerland, Dec. 1997. 10p. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: check lists; electricity; exhaust devices; fire hazards; gas cylinders; oxygen deficiency; personal protective equipment; safety guides; Switzerland; training material; welding and cutting; work in confined spaces. (71396)

CIS 98-1186 Demolition/underpinning of foundations: A practical guide. (French: Démolitions/reprise en sous-œuvre de fondations en réhabilitation: guide pratique) Organisme Professionnel de Prévention du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (OPPBTP), Tour Amboise, 204, rond-point du Pont-de-Sèvres, 92516 Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France, 1997. 96p. Illus. Price: FRF 111.00 (FRF 89.00 subscribers)., ISBN 2-7354-0292-4 (In French)

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Topics: access to workplaces; construction industry; demolition; dust control; electrical safety; falling objects; falls from heights; foundation work; France; information of personnel; legislation; materials handling; medical supervision; noise control; risk factors; safe working methods; safety planning; training manuals; training material; underpinning. (71505)

CIS 98-1187 Practical safety cards - Section 3: Working with materials containing asbestos. (French: Fiches pratiques - Section 3. Interventions sur des matériaux contenant de l'amiante) Organisme Professionnel de Prévention du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (OPPBTP), Tour Amboise, 204, rond-point du Pont-de-Sèvres, 92516 Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France, 1997. 98p. Illus. Price: FRF 89.00, (FRF 66.00 subscribers)., ISBN 2-7354-0298-3 (In French)

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Topics: airborne dust; asbestos; construction work; disposal of harmful waste; dust control; exhaust ventilation; France; hazard evaluation; personal protective equipment; pollution control; respirable dust; respirators; safe working methods; safety guides; training material. (71502)

CIS 98-1188 Compendium of toxicological data sheets: A practical guide. (French: Recueil de fiches toxicologiques: guide pratique) Organisme Professionnel de Prévention du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (OPPBTP), Tour Amboise, 204, rond-point du Pont-de-Sèvres, 92516 Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France, 1997. 32p. Illus. Price: FRF 30.50 (FRF 24.50 subscribers)., ISBN 2-7354-0296-7 (In French)

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Topics: sodium hydroxide; hydrochloric acid; phosphoric acid; hydrofluoric acid; nitric acid; construction industry; data sheet; epoxy compounds; fire hazards; first aid; France; hazard identification; paint removers; paints; personal protective equipment; pickling liquors; poisoning; polyurethanes; routes of entry; solvents; toxic effects; toxic substances; training material. (71504)

CIS 98-1189 Laboratory handling of mutagenic and carcinogenic products. Marzin D., Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals (IOMC), ed., World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, May 1998. 118p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: biosafety cabinets; carcinogens; decontamination (personal); disposal of harmful waste; emergency organization; European Communities; experimental animals; exposure tests; France; health engineering; health service records; ILO; IPCS; laboratory work; legislation; local exhaust; medical supervision; mutagens; personal hygiene; personal protective equipment; plant health organization; safe layout; safe working methods; safety by design; storage; training manuals; training material; translation; UNEP; ventilation; WHO. (71830)

CIS 98-1190 Chemical safety data sheets - Training material for chemicals used at the workplace. (Chinese: Zuoye changsuo anquan shiyong huaxuepin peixun jiaocai) Bureau of Occupational Safety, State Economic and Trade Commission, 26 Xuanwumen Xidajie, Beijing 100053, People's Republic of China, 1998. 283p. Illus. (In Chinese)

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Topics: chemical safety; China; dangerous substances; harmful substances; safety and health documentation; safety and health engineering; training manuals; training material. (71848)

CIS 98-1191 Mobile elevated platforms: Guidance for users. (French: Plates-formes élévatrices mobiles de personnel dites "PEMP": conseils aux utilisateurs) Aumas M., Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, 1996. 53p. Illus., ISBN 2-7389-0359-2 (In French)

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Topics: elevating platforms; equipment testing; France; legislation; periodical checks; preventive maintenance; safe working methods; safety guides; selection of equipment; training material; work at height. (71433)

CIS 98-1192 Handling large rocks with overhead loaders. (French: Manutention de grosses roches au moyens de chargeurs aériens) Mining Health and Safety Program, Ministry of Labour, Ontario, Canada, Dec. 1996. 1p. (In English, French)

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Topics: Canada; data sheet; loaders; mining and quarrying; mining machines; training material. (71774)

CIS 98-1193 Waterproofing: Safety guide for new workers. (French: Travaux d'étanchéité: guide de sécurité destiné aux nouveaux arrivants) Organisme Professionnel de Prévention du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (OPPBTP), 204, rond-point du Pont-de Sèvres, Tour Amboise, 92516 Boulogne-Billancourt, France, 1996. 40 p. Illus. Price: FRF 30.50., ISBN 2-7354-0259-2 (In French)

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Topics: description of technique; new entrants; protection against leakage; roofs; safety guides; sealants; work on roofs. (71431)

CIS 98-1194 Graders. (French: Niveleuses) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, 2nd ed., Dec. 1996. 56p. Illus. 10 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0306-1 (In French)

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Replaces CIS 95-894. Topics: comment on law; construction work; earthmoving; France; graders; preventive maintenance; safe working methods; safety guides; training manuals; training material. (71438)

CIS 98-1195 Manual handling in the textiles industry. Health and Safety Commission, Textiles Industry Advisory Committee, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. 18p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English)

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Topics: bale handling; handling and stacking; hazard evaluation; legislation; lifting equipment; manual handling; materials handling; reeled materials handling; safety guides; textile industry; training material; United Kingdom; work posture; workplace design. (71824)

CIS 98-1196 Musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremities: Guide for prevention. (French: Les troubles musculosquelettiques du membre supérieur: guide pour les préventeurs) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, 1996. 64p. Illus. 16 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0406-8 (In French)

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Topics: design of equipment; epidemiological aspects; ergonomics; France; glossary; information of personnel; musculoskeletal diseases; physiology of musculoskeletal system; repetitive work; risk factors; symptoms; training material; upper extremity disorders; work design; workplace design. (71432)

CIS 98-1197 Ergonomic checkpoints: Practical and easy-to-implement solutions for improving safety, health and working conditions. International Ergonomics Association, International Labour Office, Beijing, China, 1998. xxii, 275p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-809442-7 (In Chinese)

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Translation of ILO publication abstracted under CIS 96-2070. Topics: check lists; chemical safety; compendium; dangerous substances; ergonomics; hand tools; handling and storage; ILO; lighting; machinery; manuals; occupational safety and health; premises; safety by design; safety devices; safety guides; training manuals; training material; translation; welfare facilities; work organization. (71700)

CIS 98-1198 Work psychosociology: Trainer's guide. (Spanish: Psicosociología del trabajo: guía del monitor) Oncins de Frutos M., ed., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1997. 205p. Illus., ISBN 84-7425-483-3 (In Spanish)

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Topics: human factors; human relations; individual variables; job dissatisfaction; mental stress; neuropsychic stress; occupational psychology; psychological effects; psychology of work organization; social aspects; Spain; stress evaluation; stress factors; training course; training manuals; training material. (71539)

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CIS 98-1199 Environmental protection and industrial hygiene: Towards clean and safe processes?. (French: Protection de l'environnement et hygiène industrielle: vers des procédés propres et sûrs?) André J.C., Héry M., Midoux N., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, p.501-506. Illus. 14 ref. (In French)

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Topics: environment; France; health hazards; industrial waste; latex; manufacturing processes; occupational hygiene; pollution control; polymers; recycling of materials; sewage treatment; solvents; substitution. (71411)

CIS 98-1200 Where the safety rubber meets the shop floor: A confirmatory model of management influence on workplace safety. Thompson R.C., Hilton T.F., Witt L.A., Journal of Safety Research, Spring 1998, Vol.29, No.1, p.15-24. Illus. 37 ref. (In English)

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Topics: labour-management relations; plant safety organization; role of management; role of supervisory staff; safety consciousness; safety planning; workers participation. (71697)

CIS 98-1201 Towards a new age structure in the working population. (Spanish: Hacia una nueva estructura de edades de población laboral) Pérez J., Salvador E., Nogareda C., Nogareda S., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.107-108, p.12-17. Illus. 11 ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: age; ageing; economic aspects; future trends; Spain; statistical trends; work capacity. (71562)

CIS 98-1202 Meanings of risk control in occupational health and safety among employers and employees. Holmes N., Gifford S.M., Triggs T.J., Safety Science, Apr. 1998, Vol.28, No.3, p.141-154. 41 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Australia; blue-collar workers; hazard evaluation; occupational safety and health; psychology of accident prevention; risk awareness; safety consciousness; small enterprises; survey. (71581)

CIS 98-1203 Survey of occupational accidents OPPBTP 1996. (French: Chroniques annuelles des accidents du travail OPPBTP, 1996) Sorel C., Cahiers des Comités de prévention du bâtiment et des travaux publics, Nov.-Dec. 1997, Vol.6, No.303, p.16-19. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: accident agencies; age-linked differences; causes of accidents; construction industry; falling objects; falls from heights; falls of persons; fatalities; France; location of injury; occupational accidents; statistics; time of accident. (71400)

CIS 98-1204 Accidents at work in the European Union in 1993 - Initial results. Statistics in Focus, 1997, No.2, p.1-4. 1 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; age-linked differences; compilation of statistics; European Communities; fatalities; frequency rates; location of injury; notification of occupational accidents; occupational accidents; sex-linked differences; statistics. (71509)

CIS 98-1205 National survey of working conditions 1993 [Spain]. (Spanish: Encuesta nacional de condiciones de trabajo 1993) Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.107-108, p.I-XXX. Illus. (In Spanish)

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Topics: chemical hazards; conditions of work; high-risk groups; information of personnel; medical examinations; mental workload; occupational accidents; occupational diseases; personal protective equipment; physical hazards; physical workload; questionnaire survey; risk factors; safety and health committees; safety and health organization; safety training in industry; social aspects; Spain; statistics. (71566)

CIS 98-1206 Fatal occupational injuries in Jordan during the period 1980 through 1993. Rabi A.Z., Jamous L.W., AbuDhaise B.A., Alwash R.H., Safety Science, Apr. 1998, Vol.28, No.3, p.177-187. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: causes of accidents; construction industry; falls of persons; fatalities; foreign workers; frequency rates; haemorrhage; Jordan; location of injury; notification of occupational accidents; occupational accidents; older workers; sex-linked differences; statistical trends; transport industry. (71582)

CIS 98-1207 Fatal occupational injuries - United States, 1980-1994. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 24 Apr. 1998, Vol.47, No.15, p.297-302. Illus. 10 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture and forestry; causes of accidents; construction industry; fatalities; fishing; mining industry; occupational accidents; statistical trends; statistics; transport industry; USA. (71584)

CIS 98-1208 Surveillance of nonfatal occupational injuries treated in hospital emergency departments - United States, 1996. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 24 Apr. 1998, Vol.47, No.15, p.302-306. Illus. 10 ref. (In English)

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Topics: age-linked differences; frequency rates; injuries; location of injury; occupational accidents; sex-linked differences; statistics; USA. (71585)

CIS 98-1209 Fatal occupational injuries in a southern state. Loomis D.P., Richardson D.B., Wolf S.H., Runyan C.W., Butts J.D., American Journal of Epidemiology, 15 June, 1997, Vol.145, No.12, p.1089-1099. 42 ref. (In English)

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Topics: age-linked differences; construction industry; falling objects; falls of persons; fatalities; fishing; logging; mechanical hazards; mortality; North Carolina; occupational accidents; race-linked differences; sex-linked differences; statistical evaluation; transport industry; types of accident; USA. (71593)

CIS 98-1210 Incidence of fatal and serious accidents for 1996. JISHA Newsletter, Dec. 1997, No.21, p.6-9. (In English)

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Topics: fatalities; frequency rates; Japan; occupational accidents; statistical trends; statistics; types of accident. (71773)

CIS 98-1211 Application of the International Classification of Diseases to Swiss disability insurance: A reproducibility study. (French: Utilisation de la classification internationale des maladies dans l'assurance-invalidité en Suisse: étude de reproductibilité) Dupriez K., Cassis I., Vader J.P., SPM - Sozial- und Präventivmedizin - Social and Preventive Medicine - Médecine sociale et préventive, 1997, Vol.42, No.5, p.306-313. 13 ref. (In French)

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Topics: classification systems; compensation of occupational diseases; degree of disability; diagnosis; occupational diseases; Switzerland; workmen's compensation. (71552)

CIS 98-1212 Codes of conduct: Old solutions to old problems - Statement of the United States Council for International Business. Industrial Relations Journal, July-Aug. 1997, Vol.XIV, No.4, p.5-10. (In English)

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Topics: developing countries; ethics; international agreements; multinational enterprises; role of government; social aspects. (71392)

CIS 98-1213 The 1998-2002 INRS research and study plan. (French: Le plan Etudes et recherches 1998-2002 de l'INRS) Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, p.397-402. (In French)

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Topics: dose-response relationship; economic aspects; exposure evaluation; France; hazard evaluation; man-machine interfaces; ongoing research; plant safety and health organization; report of activities; report; research establishments; safety by design; social aspects. (71401)

CIS 98-1214 Occupational accidents: 100 years after the 1898 law. (French: Accidents du travail: la loi de 1898 a 100 ans) Préventique-Sécurité, Mar.-Apr. 1998, No.38, p.1-120. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In French)

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Topics: accident descriptions; asbestos; comment on law; compensation of occupational accidents; France; hazard evaluation; history; legislation; major hazards; occupational safety; role of workers organizations. (71560)

CIS 98-1215 Working conditions in Spain over a 5-year period. (Spanish: Cinco años en las condiciones de trabajo en España) Pinilla J., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.107-108, p.4-11. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: chemical hazards; conditions of work; mental workload; occupational safety and health; physical hazards; physical workload; plant safety and health organization; Spain; statistical trends. (71561)

CIS 98-1216 Classification of workers as a function of their working conditions. (Spanish: Agrupación de los trabajadores en relación con sus condiciones de trabajo) Fraile Cantalejo A., Zimmermann Verdejo M., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.107-108, p.38-44. Illus. (In Spanish)

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Topics: classification; conditions of work; questionnaire survey; risk awareness; risk factors; Spain. (71565)

CIS 98-1217 Disability management in industry: The new paradigm in injured worker rehabilitation. Shrey D. E., Disability and Rehabilitation, Aug. 1996, Vol.18, No.8, p.408-414. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: compensation of occupational accidents; handicapped workers; rehabilitation; responsibilities of employers; sickness absenteeism; USA; workplace design. (71599)

CIS 98-1218 Software A-Z. Pantry S., Occupational Safety and Health, Sep. 1997, Vol.27, No.9, p.37-45. (In English)

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Topics: chemical safety; computer programme; computerized data bases; construction industry; dangerous substances; directory; harmful substances; hazard evaluation; legislation; notification of accidents and diseases; occupational safety and health; plant safety and health organization; United Kingdom. (71674)

CIS 98-1219 Absolute and relative ranking approaches for comparing and communicating industrial accidents. Kirchsteiger C., Journal of Hazardous Materials, Mar. 1998, Vol.59, No.1, p.31-54. Illus. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident agencies; accident research; classification systems; comparative study; occupational accidents; statistical evaluation; types of accident. (71683)

CIS 98-1220 A survey of New Jersey industrial hygienists and safety engineers: Health and safety conditions, practices, and priorities for OSHA reform. Ochsner M., Greenberg M., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.261-268. 32 ref. (In English)

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Topics: evaluation of results; industrial hygienists; national organization; New Jersey; plant safety and health organization; questionnaire survey; risk factors; role of management; role of workers organizations; safety and health committees; safety engineers; USA; workers participation. (71737)

CIS 98-1221 Accidents at work in the European Union in 1994. (French: Les accidents du travail dans l'Union européenne en 1994) Statistical Office of the European Communities - Eurostat, Eurostat Datashop, B.P. 453, 4 rue A. Weicker, 2014 Luxembourg, 1998. 8p. 2 ref. Price: ECU 6.00. http://europa.eu.int.eurostat.html. (In English, French, German)

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Topics: age-linked differences; Austria; Belgium; Denmark; European Communities; fatalities; Finland; frequency rates; Germany; Greece; Ireland; Italy; location of injury; Luxembourg; Netherlands; occupational accidents; Portugal; sex-linked differences; Spain; statistics; Sweden; United Kingdom. (71771)

CIS 98-1222 Prevention of occupational risks in France - Organisation and functioning. (French: Prévention des risques professionnels en France - Structures et fonctionnement) Pietruszynski M., Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, May 1996. 12p. 14 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0040-2 (In French)

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Topics: France; history; legislation; national organization; plant safety and health organization; private OSH institutions; public OSH institutions; role of government; workmen's compensation. (71434)

CIS 98-1223 Social security technical committees and bodies. (French: Les comités techniques des organismes de Sécurité sociale) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, Nov. 1996. 10p. 6 ref., ISBN 2-85599-471-3 (In French)

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Topics: France; legislation; plant safety and health organization; role of government; safety and health organization. (71435)

CIS 98-1224 Occupational accident and illness premiums: Rate determination, additional premiums, refunds and loans. (French: Les cotisations d'accidents du travail et de maladies professionnelles: tarification, cotisations supplémentaires, ristournes et avances) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, July 1996. 18p. 7 ref., ISBN 2-85599-766-6 (In French)

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Topics: compensation of occupational accidents; compensation of occupational diseases; France; safety incentives; workmen's compensation. (71436)

CIS 98-1225 The health and safety system in Great Britain. Health and Safety Commission, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. iv, 29p. Illus. 11 ref. Price: GBP 8.00., ISBN 0-7176-1508-1 (In English)

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Topics: enforcement; inspection; legislation; national organization; plant safety and health organization; public OSH institutions; United Kingdom; workmen's compensation. (71788)

CIS 98-1226 Work-related deaths - A protocol for liaison. Association of Chief Police Officers, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 11p. 4 ref. (In English)

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Protocol for liaison between enforcing and prosecuting authorities in relation to work-related deaths. Topics: accident investigation; criminal liability; enforcement; fatalities; occupational accidents; United Kingdom. (71789)

CIS 98-1227 Priorities and strategies in occupational safety and health policy in the Member States of the European Union. European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, Gran Vía, 33, 48009 Bilbao, Spain, no date. 75p. Also available on internet: http://www.eu-osha.es., ISBN 92-828-2007-6 (In English)

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Topics: approval; enforcement; European Communities; future trends; high-risk groups; inspection; legislation; ongoing research; plant safety and health organization; report; risk factors; safety and health organization; safety andhealth training. (71849)

CIS 98-1228 Using the key number "JA₃₀" for managing absenteeism: The first step towards a systematic promotion of health and safety in the enterprise. (French: Gestion des absences grâce au chiffre clé JA₃₀: premiers pas vers une promotion systématique de la sécurité et de la santé dans l'entreprise) Caisse nationale suisse d'assurance en cas d'accidents, Protection de la santé, Case postale, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland, June 1997. 16p. Illus. 7 ref. (In French)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; cost of accidents; cost of diseases; economic aspects; sickness absenteeism; Switzerland. (71395)

CIS 98-1229 When the small firm wants to - Twelve case studies of improvements in working conditions and productivity. (Spanish: Cuando la pequeña empresa quiere - Doce estudios de mejoras en condiciones de trabajo y productividad) International Labour Office (ILO), Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1997. 197p. Illus., ISBN 84-7425-465-5 (In Spanish)

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Topics: Argentina; case study; Chile; conditions of work; ILO; implementation of control measures; job study; Latin America; paraguay; personal protective equipment; programme evaluation; report; risk factors; safety devices; small enterprises; Uruguay; work design; work efficiency; workers participation. (71538)

CIS 98-1230 Condition monitoring to enhance safety. Czachur K.J., Bright C.K., Beic-Khorasani R., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1997. 216 p. Illus. 58 ref. Price: GBP 57.00, ISBN 0-7176-1254-6 (In English)

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Topics: cost-benefit analysis; glossary; human factors; machinery; occupational safety; preventive maintenance; report; safety checks; United Kingdom. (71546)

CIS 98-1231 Surveys on Vietnam information technology management ability and development prospect. Nguyen N.H., Nguyen A.L., Vietnam General Confederation of Labour, National Institute of Labour Protection, Hanoi, Vietnam, Feb. 1998. 32p. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: computer applications; computerized data bases; information processing and retrieval; information services; occupational safety and health; public OSH institutions; report; role of workers organizations; Vietnam D.R.. (71586)

CIS 98-1232 Working papers from a conference on the working environment in the European Union and the difficult transition from law to practice. (French: Documents de travail relatifs à la conférence sur l'environnement du travail dans l'Union européenne et le difficile passage du droit à la pratique) European Trade Union Technical Bureau for Health and Safety, ITUH Building, Bld. E. Jacqmain 155, 1210 Bruxelles, Belgium, Dec.1997, approx. 150p. Illus. Bibl. ref. (In English, French)

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Topics: Belgium; carcinogens; asbestos; comment on law; computer terminals; conditions of work; conference; European Communities; ILO; legislation; manual handling; musculoskeletal diseases; occupational safety and health; plant safety and health supervision; public OSH institutions; role of workers organizations; social aspects; stress factors; visual displays; workers participation. (71588)

CIS 98-1233 Final report on occupational hygiene, health and safety. (French: Rapport final en sécurité-hygiène-santé au travail) Mongamba D., International Labour Office (ILO), International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization, Corso Unità d'Italia 125, 10127 Torino, Italy, Apr. 1996. 42p. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: developing countries; ILO; occupational safety and health; report; training course; training of OSH personnel. (71590)

CIS 98-1234 Proceedings of the 15th National Congress of the Italian Association of Industrial Hygienists. (Italian: Atti - 15° Congresso Nazionale dell'Associazione Italiana degli Igienisti Industriali) Bartolucci G.B., Cottica D., Imbriani M., eds., Fondazione S. Maugeri, Clinica del Lavoro e della Riabilitazione, IRCCS, Via P. Azzario, 19, 27100 Pavia, Italy, 1996. 340p. Illus. Bibl.ref., ISBN 88-7963-045-8 (In Italian)

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Topics: aerosols; biological hazards; chemical hazards; conference; determination in air; exposure evaluation; exposure tests; Italy; laboratory work; microorganisms; occupational health laboratories; physical hazards; plant safety and health organization; pollution control. (71691)

CIS 98-1235 Working together - Guidance on health and safety for contractors and suppliers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 19p. Illus. Bibl. ref., ISBN 0-7176-1548-0 (In English)

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Topics: communications; hazard evaluation; information of personnel; legislation; notification of accidents and diseases; plant safety and health organization; responsibilities; subcontractors; United Kingdom. (71781)

CIS 98-1236 Fatal accident CD-ROM database (Japanese version). Japan Industrial Safety and Health Association, 5-35-1, Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108, Japan. Price: JPY 8,000 (plus tax). (In Japanese)

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Topics: causes of accidents; fatalities; Japan; occupational accidents; statistics; types of accident. (71772)

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CIS 98-1237 Guidance on the investigation of one or more cases of legionellosis. (French: Guide d'investigation d'un ou plusieurs cas de légionellose) Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.223-235. Illus. 8 ref. (In French)

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Topics: air conditioner disease; air conditioning; bacteria; cooling systems; data sheet; diagnosis; epidemiological aspects; France; hazard evaluation; hot-water heating systems; infection control; legionellosis; medical supervision; sampling and analysis; threshold limit values. (71414)

CIS 98-1238 Results of the "SUMER 94" survey: Forces on joints at work. (French: Résultats de l'enquête "SUMER 94": les contraintes articulaires pendant le travail) Heran-Le Roy O., Sandret N., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.257-262. 11 ref. (In French)

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Topics: epidemiologic study; France; joint diseases; length of exposure; list of occupations; repetitive strain injury; repetitive work; risk factors; sex-linked differences; work organization; work posture. (71416)

CIS 98-1239 Job-related diseases and occupations within a large workers' compensation data set. Leigh J.P., Miller T.R., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.197-211. 35 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asbestosis; carpal-tunnel syndrome; circulatory disorders of the brain; compensation of occupational diseases; degree of disability; epidemiologic study; fatalities; hearing loss; heart diseases; joint diseases; list of occupations; occupation disease relation; occupational diseases; silicosis; USA; workmen's compensation. (71621)

CIS 98-1240 Occupational risk factors for cancer of the central nervous system: A case-control study on death certificates from 24 U.S. States. Cocco P., Dosemeci M., Heineman E.F., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.247-255. 68 ref. (In English)

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Topics: brain cancer; case-control study; electromagnetic fields; handling of animals; herbicides; list of occupations; neoplasms; occupation disease relation; pesticides; race-linked differences; sex-linked differences; solvents; USA. (71624)

CIS 98-1241 A case-control study of lung cancer at a foundry and two engine plants. Harland A., Delzell E., Lally C., Rotimi C., Oestenstad K., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.414-421. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: carcinogens; case-control study; dose-response relationship; foundries; iron and steel industry; job-exposure relation; length of service; long-term exposure; lung cancer; machinery industry; mortality; smoking; USA. (71663)

CIS 98-1242 Silicosis, mixed dust pneumoconiosis and lung cancer. Honma K., Chiyotani K., Kimura K., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Dec. 1997, Vol.32, No.6, p.595-599. Illus. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: autopsy; carcinogenic effects; carcinoma; dose-response relationship; histopathology; Japan; lung cancer; lung diseases; mixed dust pneumoconiosis; older workers; pneumoconiosis; silicosis; smoking. (71668)

CIS 98-1243 Health and employment after a diagnosis of occupational asthma: A descriptive study. Ross D.J., McDonald J.C., Occupational Medicine, May 1998, Vol.48, No.4, p.219-225. Illus. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aggravation; asthma; diagnosis; evolution of disease; length of exposure; questionnaire survey; smoking. (71723)

CIS 98-1244 A meta-analysis of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma among farmers in the central United States. Keller-Byrne J.E., Khuder S.A., Schaub E.A., McAfee O., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.442-444. 11 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural operations; epidemiologic study; infectious diseases; literature survey; lymphoma; microorganisms; pesticides; risk factors; USA. (71665)

CIS 98-1245 Development and evaluation of the use of the Internet as an educational tool in occupational and environmental health and medicine. Agius R.M., Bagnall G., Occupational Medicine, July 1998, Vol.48, No.5, p.337-343. 22 ref. (In English)

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Topics: computer applications; evaluation of technique; occupational hygiene; occupational medicine; training course; university training. (71690)

CIS 98-1246 Sex as a variable can be a surrogate for some working conditions: Factors associated with sickness absence. Messing K., Tissot F., Saurel-Cubizolles M.J., Kaminski M., Bourgine M., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.40. No.3, p.250-260. 42 ref. (In English)

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Topics: canning industry; cold workplaces; conditions of work; food industry; France; hours of work; human relations; mental disorders; musculoskeletal diseases; questionnaire survey; respiratory diseases; risk factors; sex-linked differences; sickness absenteeism; slaughtering; social aspects; work organization; work posture; workplace design. (71749)

CIS 98-1247 Meta-analysis and occupational epidemiology. Myers J.E., Thompson M.L., Occupational Medicine, Feb. 1998, Vol.48, No.2, p.99-101. Illus. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: epidemiology; evaluation of technique; healthy worker effect; morbidity; mortality; standardization; statistical evaluation. (71763)

CIS 98-1248 Occupational diseases (compensation system). (French: Les maladies professionnelles (régime général)) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité (INRS), 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, 1996. 63p., ISBN 2-85599-655-4 (In French)

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Topics: compensation of occupational diseases; France; legislation; medico-legal aspects; notification of occupational diseases; occupational diseases; schedule of occupational diseases. (71507)

CIS 98-1249 Medical aspects of occupational asthma. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. 10p. 11 ref. Price: GBP 6.00., ISBN 0-7176-1547-2 (In English)

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Topics: asthma; data sheet; diagnosis; hazard evaluation; irritants; legislation; medical examinations; medical supervision; notification of occupational diseases; occupational pathology; prognosis; respiratory impairment; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; sensitization; symptoms; United Kingdom. (71709)

CIS 98-1250 Medical aspects of occupational skin disease. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., May 1998. 8p. 17 ref. Price: GBP 5.50., ISBN 0-7176-1545-6 (In English)

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Topics: allergy tests; data sheet; dermatitis; diagnosis; eczema; hazard evaluation; irritants; legislation; list of chemical substances; medical supervision; sensitization dermatitis; sensitizers; skin diseases; skin tests; transfer to other work; United Kingdom. (71767)

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CIS 98-1251 Death at sea: Certain factors responsible for occupational hazard in Polish seamen and deep-sea fishermen. Jaremin B., Kotulak E., Starnawska M., Mroziński W., Wojciechowski E., International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, 1997, Vol.10, No.4, p.405-416. Illus. 22 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cardiovascular diseases; causes of accidents; deep-sea fishing; fatalities; fishing; frequency rates; mortality; occupational accidents; Poland; sea transport; survey; time of accident. (71751)

CIS 98-1252 Static strength and physical work capacity of agricultural labourers in the central plain of Thailand. Mamansari D.U., Salokhe V.M., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.53-60. Illus. 21 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; anthropometry; assessment of physical capacity; grip strength; muscular strength; oxygen intake; pulse rate; sex-linked differences; static muscle strength; Thailand; work capacity. (71890)

CIS 98-1253 Self-reported health problems among Swedish miners one year after unemployment. Friis L., Carter N., Edling C., Occupational Medicine, July 1998, Vol.48, No.5, p.297-301. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: backache; grip strength; health impairment; iron ore mining; neuropsychic effects; questionnaire survey; Raynaud's phenomenon; respiratory impairment; subjective assessment; Sweden; unemployment; upper extremity disorders. (71686)

CIS 98-1254 Injuries at a metal foundry as a function of job classification, length of employment and drug screening. Dell T., Berkhout J., Journal of Safety Research, Spring 1998, Vol.29, No.1, p.9-14. Illus. 13 ref. (In English)

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Topics: abrasive operations; contusion; coremaking; drug testing; epidemiologic study; eye injuries; foundries; fractures; job-exposure relation; length of service; moulding; statistical evaluation; strain injuries; thermal burns; USA; wounds. (71696)

CIS 98-1255 Occupational injuries and their long term consequences among mechanics and construction metal workers. Bylund P.O., Björnstig U., Safety Science, Feb. 1998, Vol.28, No.1, p.49-58. Illus. 18 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; age-linked differences; causes of accidents; construction industry; cost of accidents; degree of disability; eye injuries; flying particles; hand tools; head injuries; injuries; location of injury; machinery industry; metalworking industry; occupational accidents; sequelae; striking against objects; survey; Sweden; wounds. (71744)

CIS 98-1256 Women in the U.S. construction industry: An analysis of fatal occupational injury experience, 1980 to 1992. Ore T., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.256-262. Illus. 30 ref. (In English)

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Topics: age-linked differences; analysis of accident causes; construction industry; construction sites; falls of persons; fatalities; frequency rates; in-plant transport; materials handling; mechanical hazards; occupational accidents; sex-linked differences; USA; violence; women. (71625)

CIS 98-1257 Risk factors for truck drivers. (French: Les ingrédients du risque pour les routiers) Germain C., Bourachot E., Performances Humaines et Techniques, Mar.-Apr. 1998, No.93, p.29-33. Illus. 11 ref. (In French)

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Topics: conditions of work; drivers; fatigue; France; hours of work; human behaviour; information of personnel; materials handling; physical workload; road transport; sleep deprivation; work study; work-rest schedules. (71559)

CIS 98-1258 Beyond crash survivability. Boyd C., Bain P., Occupational Safety and Health, Oct. 1997, Vol.27, No.10, p.33-39. Illus. 11 ref. (In English)

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Topics: abortion; air filtration; air transport; air-conditioned premises; aircraft pilots; aircraft; biological hazards; cancer; complications of pregnancy; conditions of work; cosmic rays; dehydration; economic aspects; health hazards; infectious diseases; ozone; work-rest schedules. (71673)

CIS 98-1259 Reproductive health outcomes among female flight attendants. Cone J.E., Vaughan L.M., Huete A., Samuels S.J., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.40. No.3, p.210-216. Illus. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: abortion; air transport; aircraft; antifertility effects; complications of pregnancy; hours of work; questionnaire survey; USA; women. (71746)

CIS 98-1260 Evaluating safety in the management of maintenance activities in the chemical process industry. Hale A.R., Heming B.H.J., Smit K., Rodenburg F.G.T., van Leeuwen N.D., Safety Science, Feb. 1998, Vol.28, No.1, p.21-44. Illus. 34 ref. (In English)

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Topics: analysis of accident causes; case study; chemical industry; legislation; Netherlands; plant safety organization; preventive maintenance; process engineering; questionnaire survey; role of management; safety analysis; safety by design. (71743)

CIS 98-1261 Occupational health and safety in cotton production and processing. Inayatullah C., Industrial Relations Journal, July-Aug. 1997, Vol.XIV, No.4, p.27-31. 8 ref. (In English)

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Topics: byssinosis; cotton farming; cotton industry; fibre processing; ginning; Pakistan; pesticide poisoning; pesticide spraying; respirable dust. (71393)

CIS 98-1262 Risk identification, evaluation and control in compound feed manufacturing plants. (Spanish: Identificación, evaluación y control de riesgos en las fábricas de piensos compuestos) Ponce Molet J.A., Salud y trabajo, 1996, No.113, p.14-19. Illus. 6 ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: airborne dust; dust explosions; feed production; hazard evaluation; job-exposure relation; noise level; questionnaire survey; respirators; risk factors; Spain. (71570)

CIS 98-1263 Absence attributed to incapacity and occupational disease/accidents among female and male workers in the fish-processing industry. Pålsson B., Strömberg U., Ohlsson K., Skerfving S., Occupational Medicine, July 1998, Vol.48, No.5, p.289-295. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; epidemiologic study; food industry; frequency rates; musculoskeletal diseases; neck disorders; repetitive work; sex-linked differences; sickness absenteeism; strain injuries; Sweden; upper extremity disorders; wounds. (71685)

CIS 98-1264 Respiratory symptoms and sensitization in bread and cake bakers. Smith T.A., Wastell Smith P., Occupational Medicine, July 1998, Vol.48, No.5, p.321-328. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: amylase; asthma; bakery products industry; dust measurement; epidemiologic study; flour; irritation; job-exposure relation; personal sampling; respirable dust; rhinitis; sensitization; skin tests; United Kingdom. (71688)

CIS 98-1265 Determinants of wheat antigen and fungal α-amylase exposure in bakeries. Burstyn I., Teschke K., Bartlett K., Kennedy S.M., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, May 1998, Vol.59, No.5, p.313-320. Illus. 28 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergic asthma; amylase; antigens; bakery products industry; dust measurement; exposure evaluation; flour; fungi; job-exposure relation; respirable dust; risk factors; wheat. (71739)

CIS 98-1266 Management of occupational health and safety in the printing industry (ANZSIC Code 2412). Wright J., Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand, Apr. 1998, Vol.14, No.2, p.187-196. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Australia; chemical safety; dangerous substances; determination in air; harmful substances; manual handling; noise level; occupational hygiene evaluation; organic solvents; plant safety and health organization; printing industry; Queensland; safety and health documentation; supply of personal protective equipment. (71816)

CIS 98-1267 Impact on retail checkout ergonomics of scanner technology evolution and package design. Hoffman M.S., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, June 1998, Vol.21, No.6, p.423-431. Illus. 13 ref. (In English)

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Topics: design of equipment; ergonomics; laser-scanner checkout systems; retail trade; supermarkets; technical development; USA; workplace design. (71636)

CIS 98-1268 Fade to black?. Gates E., Occupational Safety and Health, Nov. 1997, Vol.27, No.11, p.39-42. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: dangerous work; film industry; hazard evaluation; risk factors; subcontractors; television studios; United Kingdom; violence. (71672)

CIS 98-1269 Deaths associated with occupational diving - Alaska, 1990-1997. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 12 June 1998, Vol.47, No.22, p.452-455. 4 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Alaska; case study; diving; fatalities; occupational accidents; safety training in industry; USA. (71583)

CIS 98-1270 Occupational mortality among firefighters: Assessing the association. Guidotti T.L., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 1995, Vol.37, No.12, p.1348-1356. 35 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aneurysm; brain cancer; epidemiologic study; fire services; genito-urinary system diseases; hazard evaluation; healthy worker effect; heart diseases; literature survey; lung cancer; lung diseases; mortality; occupation disease relation. (71756)

CIS 98-1271 A new method for work analysis. Leinonen T., Kisko K., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, May 1998, Vol.21, No.5, p.361-367. Illus. 4 ref. (In English)

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Topics: circular saws; description of technique; design of equipment; electromyography; ergonomic evaluation; job study; muscle contractor activity; pulse rate; work posture. (71632)

CIS 98-1272 Work place design recommendations for the pregnant worker. Morrissey S.J., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, May 1998, Vol.21, No.5, p.383-395. 37 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cold stress; complications of pregnancy; ergonomics; expectant mothers; heat load; hours of work; humidity; mental stress; noise; physical workload; repetitive work; risk factors; vibration; work posture; workplace design. (71634)

CIS 98-1273 Pregnancy and occupational health. (Spanish: Maternidad y salud laboral) Cavas Martínez F., Salud y trabajo, 1996, No.113, p.5-13. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: comment on directive; comment on law; employee rights; expectant mothers; hazard evaluation; legislation; night work; nursing mothers; risk factors; Spain; work time schedules. (71569)

CIS 98-1274 Women in industry and services. (Spanish: La mujer en industria y servicios) Villar Fernández M.F., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.107-108, p.18-25. Illus. 9 ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: conditions of work; manufacturing industries; mental workload; musculoskeletal diseases; physical workload; risk factors; service and sales workers; sex-linked differences; social aspects; Spain; survey; women. (71563)

CIS 98-1275 Comparison of working conditions in the industrial and service sectors. (Spanish: Comparación de las condiciones de trabajo en los sectores industria y servicios) Almodóvar Molina A., Lara Mendaza J.M., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.107-108, p.27-37. Illus. (In Spanish)

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Topics: causes of accidents; comparative study; conditions of work; manufacturing industries; mental stress; mental workload; physical workload; plant safety and health organization; service and sales workers; social aspects; Spain; survey. (71564)

CIS 98-1276 Race and the risk of fatal injury at work. Loomis D., Richardson D., American Journal of Public Health, Jan. 1998, Vol.88, No.1, p.40-44. 27 ref. (In English)

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Topics: fatalities; list of occupations; mortality; North Carolina; occupational accidents; race-linked differences; sex-linked differences; survey; USA. (71605)

CIS 98-1277 Agriculture - NIOSH research projects April 1997. Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USA, Apr. 1997. 17p. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; agriculture; catalogue; injuries; medical supervision; occupational accidents; ongoing research; organic dust; research establishments; respiratory diseases; safety frames and cabs; tractors; USA. (71717)

CIS 98-1278 Fatal injuries in farming, forestry and agriculture 1997-1998. Health and Safety Executive, Field Operations Directorate, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, July 1998. 47p. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: accident descriptions; agriculture; causes of accidents; fatalities; forestry; horticulture; location of injury; occupational accidents; report; statistical trends; statistics; time of accident; United Kingdom. (71829)

CIS 98-1279 Tree work accidents - An analysis of fatal and serious injuries. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 11p. Illus. 30 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident descriptions; causes of accidents; chain saws; falling objects; falls from heights; fatalities; forestry and logging; logging and forestry operations; occupational accidents; overhead electric lines; tractors; United Kingdom. (71639)

CIS 98-1280 Construction - NIOSH research projects August 1997. Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USA, Aug. 1997. 33p. (In English)

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Topics: catalogue; construction industry; electrical safety; exposure evaluation; falls of persons; fatalities; harmful substances; hearing loss; injuries; mortality; ongoing research; research establishments; respiratory diseases; strain injuries; stress factors; USA. (71718)

CIS 98-1281 Technology and employment in the food and drink industries. (French: La technologie et l'emploi dans les industries des produits alimentaires et des boissons) International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1998, xi, p. 105-108. Bibl.ref. Price: CHF 22.50., ISBN 92-2-110967-4(En), ISBN 92-2-210967-8(fr) (In English, French)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; beverage industry; conditions of work; food industry; hours of work; ILO; new technologies; occupational accidents; occupational diseases; report; sickness absenteeism. (71508)

CIS 98-1282 A comparison of safety-and-health training of painters in Alaska, Oregon and Washington. Wolford R., Larson M., Merrick D., Andrews M., Tillet S., Publications, The Center to Protect Workers' Rights, 111 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001, USA, Jan. 1997. 37p. 5 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Alaska; comparative study; economic aspects; fans; health hazards; Oregon; painting; paints and varnishes; programme evaluation; questionnaire survey; respirators; safety consciousness; safety training in industry; USA; Washington. (71850)

CIS 98-1283 Head protection for Sikhs wearing turbans - Guidance for employers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. 8p. 7 ref. (In English)

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Topics: construction sites; cultural variables; data sheet; head protection; legal aspects; supply of personal protective equipment; United Kingdom. (71801)

CIS 98-1284 Safety and health in forestry work: An ILO Code of Practice. (French: Sécurité et santé dans les travaux forestiers: recueil de directives pratiques du BIT; Spanish: Seguridad y salud en el trabajo forestal: repertorio de recomendaciones prácticas de la OIT) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1998. xv, 166p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: CHF 27.50., ISBN 92-2-110826-0 (En), ISBN 92-2-210826-4 (fr), ISBN 92-2-310826-8 (es) (In English, French, Spanish)

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Topics: conditions of work; directive; emergency organization; forestry and logging; glossary; ILO; international agreements; legal aspects; logging equipment; machinery; notification of accidents and diseases; personal protective equipment; plant health services; plant safety and health organization; protection against falls from heights; responsibilities; role of labour inspection; role of management; safe working methods; safety and health engineering; safety devices; welfare facilities. (71699)

CIS 98-1285 Health surveillance in the foundry industry. Health and Safety Commission, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, July 1998. 22p. 27 ref. (In English)

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Topics: airborne dust; data sheet; dermatitis; foundries; hand-arm vibration; harmful substances; health hazards; health service records; hearing loss; high-risk groups; irritants; legislation; medical supervision; metals; mists; respiratory diseases; United Kingdom; upper extremity disorders; wood dust. (71807)

CIS 98-1286 Coordination of construction operations carried out by private individuals. (French: Coordination des opérations BTP engagées par des particuliers) Organisme Professionnel de Prévention du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (OPPBTP), Tour Amboise, 204, rond-point du Pont-de-Sèvres, 92516 Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France, 1997. 3 leaflets. Price: FRF 40.00 (FRF 25.50 subscribers)., ISBN 2-7354-0303-3 (In French)

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Topics: check lists; construction industry; construction sites; France; hazard evaluation; plant safety and health supervision; responsibilities of employers; risk factors; safety guides. (71503)

CIS 98-1287 Demolition work. (French: Travaux de démolition) Organisme Professionnel de Prévention du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (OPPBTP), Tour Amboise, 204, rond-point du Pont-de-Sèvres, 92516 Boulogne-Billancourt Cedex, France, Rev.ed., Feb. 1996. 6p. Illus. (In French)

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Replaces CIS 80-1431. Topics: building industry; construction work; data sheet; demolition; earthmoving equipment; fire hazards; France; legislation; materials handling; protection against falling objects; protection against falls from heights; safety engineering. (71557)

CIS 98-1288 Safety and health in construction - Code of practice. (Russian: Bezopasnost' truda i ohrana zdorov'ja v stroitel'stve) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1992. xiv, 146p. Bibl.ref., ISBN 92-2-106440-9 (In Russian)

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Topics: assembly and disassembly; assembly of prefabricated elements; building industry; compressed air; concrete work; construction industry; construction sites; construction work; cranes; demolition; drilling rigs and derricks; earthmoving equipment; earthmoving; electricity; explosives; first aid; ILO; ladders; lifting equipment; lifting tackle; notification of accidents and diseases; pneumatic tools; responsibilities of employees; responsibilities of employers; roofing; safety and health training; safety engineering; safety guides; scaffolds; translation; welfare facilities. (71620)

CIS 98-1289 A guide to the Offshore Installations (Safety Representatives and Safety Committees) Regulations 1989. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. v, 34p. 4 ref. Price: GBP 8.50., ISBN 0-7176-1549-9 (In English)

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Topics: comment on law; legislation; offshore oil extraction; responsibilities; safety and health committees; safety training in industry; United Kingdom; workers participation. (71704)

CIS 98-1290 Offshore health and safety legislation - Your questions answered. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 11p. 24 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; legislation; offshore oil extraction; petroleum and natural gas industry; responsibilities; United Kingdom. (71806)

CIS 98-1291 Assessment principles for offshore safety cases. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, July 1998. v, 42p. 21 ref. Price: GBP 9.95., ISBN 0-7176-1238-4 (In English)

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Topics: assembly and disassembly; check lists; emergency organization; escape organization; hazard evaluation; implementation of control measures; legislation; major hazards; offshore oil extraction; plant safety organization; rescue organization; responsibilities of employers; role of management; safety by design; United Kingdom. (71827)

CIS 98-1292 Fairgrounds and amusement parks. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Oct. 1997. 4p. 1 ref. (In English)

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Topics: check lists; data sheet; glossary; hazard evaluation; inspection; itinerant entertainment services; preventive maintenance; safety by design; safety checks; supply of information; United Kingdom. (71410)

CIS 98-1293 Safety aspects of subcontracting: BeSaCC Belgian Safety Criteria for Contractors. (French: Sécurité de la sous-traitance: BeSaCC Belgian Safety Criteria for Contractors) Fédération des Entreprises de Belgique, Rue Ravenstein 4, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium, Dec. 1997. 21p. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: Belgium; check lists; comment on law; legislation; medical supervision; plant safety and health organization; responsibilities of employers; safety service records; safety training in industry; subcontractors; supply of personal protective equipment. (71551)

CIS 98-1294 General hazards. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 2p. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: arc welding and cutting; data sheet; diving; entanglement; explosion hazards; safe working methods; safety engineering; storage batteries; United Kingdom. (71574)

CIS 98-1295 Working alone in safety - Controlling the risks of solitary work. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. 12p. 8 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; hazard evaluation; high-risk groups; legal aspects; plant safety and health organization; role of supervisory staff; United Kingdom; work in isolation. (71802)

CIS 98-1296 Health and safety guidance for school governors and members of school boards. Health and Safety Commission, Education Service Advisory Committee, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., Apr. 1998. iii, 13p. 17 ref. Price: GBP 5.95., ISBN 0-7176-1298-8 (In English)

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Topics: educational institutions; hazard evaluation; legislation; responsibilities; role of management; safety and health organization; United Kingdom; workers participation. (71826)

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CIS 98-1297 Trends in technology and their implications for health and safety. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, May 1998. iii, 61p. (In English)

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Topics: future trends; new technologies; occupational safety and health; report; technical development; United Kingdom. (71770)

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CIS 98-1298 Study of bronchial reactivity and respiratory symptoms of workers exposed to oil mists. (French: Etude de la réactivité bronchique et des symptômes respiratoires des salariés exposés aux brouillards d'huile) Massin N., Bohadana A.B., Wild P., Goutet P., Kirstette H., Toamain J.P., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.237-241. 17 ref. (In French)

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Topics: cross-sectional study; determination in air; dose-response relationship; exposure evaluation; France; mineral oils; oil mist; pulmonary function; pulmonary ventilation; respiratory impairment; spirometry. (71415)

CIS 98-1299 What to do about softwood? A review of respiratory effects and recommendations regarding exposure limits. Demers P.A, Teschke K., Kennedy S.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.385-398. 73 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asthma; carcinogens; carpentry; dose-response relationship; dust measurement; epidemiologic study; limitation of exposure; literature survey; nasal cancer; particle size determination; respiratory diseases; sawmilling industry; softwoods; wood dust; woodworking industry. (71661)

CIS 98-1300 Assessment of occupational exposure to beryllium in industries using copper-beryllium alloys. (French: Evaluation de l'exposition professionnelle au béryllium dans les entreprises utilisatrices d'alliages cuivre-béryllium) Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, Note No.2056-168-97, p.403-410. 25 ref. (In French)

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Topics: beryllium; beryllium-copper alloy; carcinogenic effects; carcinogens; determination in air; exposure evaluation; France; health hazards; job-exposure relation; metalworking industry; permissible levels; personal sampling; respirable dust; survey. (71402)

CIS 98-1301 Sampling and analysis - Application sheet: N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone. (French: Méthode de prélèvement et d'analyse - Fiche d'application: N-méthyl-2-pyrrolidone) Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, MPA 022, p.475-476. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: methylpyrrolidinone; data sheet; description of technique; France; gas chromatography; sampling and analysis; threshold limit values. (71408)

CIS 98-1302 Sampling and analysis - Application sheet: N-methylformamide. (French: Méthode de prélèvement et d'analyse - Fiche d'application: N-méthylformamide) Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, MPA 023, p.477-478. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: methylformamide; data sheet; description of technique; France; gas chromatography; sampling and analysis; threshold limit values. (71409)

CIS 98-1303 Proposal for an occupational exposure limit for N-methylpyrrolidinone (NMP). (French: Proposition d'une valeur limite d'exposition professionnelle à la N-méthylpyrrolidinone (NMP)) Hervé-Bazin B., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, p.507-514. Illus. 28 ref. (In French)

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Topics: acute toxicity; methylpyrrolidinone; chronic toxicity; irritants; limitation of exposure; skin absorption; threshold limit values; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology. (71412)

CIS 98-1304 Safe workstations for handling cytotoxic drugs. (French: Les postes de sécurité pour la manipulation des médicaments cytotoxiques) Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.71, p.219-222. Illus. 7 ref. (In French)

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Topics: air filtration; antineoplastic drugs; design of equipment; exhaust hoods; exhaust ventilation; laboratory equipment; laboratory work; local exhaust. (71413)

CIS 98-1305 Second generation video imaging technique for assessing dermal exposure (VITAE System). Fenske R.A., Birnbaum S.G., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Sep. 1997, Vol.58, No.9, p.636-645. Illus. 28 ref. (In English)

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Topics: calibration; contamination monitoring; description of technique; detection by fluorescence; evaluation of equipment; exposure evaluation; image analysis; pesticides; photographic methods of detection; skin absorption; USA. (71422)

CIS 98-1306 Characteristics of lead aerosols in different work environments. Tsai C.J., Shih T.S., Sheu R.N., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Sep. 1997, Vol.58, No.9, p.650-656. Illus. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aerosols; airborne dust; atomic absorption spectrometry; lead; determination in air; determination in blood; dust measurement; exposure evaluation; job-exposure relation; particle size determination; particle size distribution; respirable dust; sampling and analysis; Taiwan (China). (71423)

CIS 98-1307 Field precision of formaldehyde sampling and analysis using NIOSH method 3500. Akbar-Khanzadeh F., Park C.K., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Sep. 1997, Vol.58, No.9, p.657-660. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accuracy; formaldehyde; determination in air; evaluation of technique; field tests; laboratories; permissible levels; sampling and analysis. (71424)

CIS 98-1308 Cardiovascular effects of exposure to carbon disulfide. Tan X., Vanhoorne M., Archives of Public Health, 1995, Vol.53, No.7-8, p.329-349. 32 ref. (In English)

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Topics: carbon disulfide; cardiovascular diseases; epidemiologic study; healthy worker effect; literature survey; morbidity; mortality. (71548)

CIS 98-1309 Accidents during the transportation of hazardous materials. (French: Les accidents de transport de matières dangereuses) Mansot J., Face au risque, May 1998, No.343, p.49-53. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: accident descriptions; causes of accidents; dangerous substances; environmental pollution; explosions; fire; France; inland water transport; legislation; occupational accidents; rail transport; road transport; statistics; transport by pipeline; transport of materials. (71558)

CIS 98-1310 Characterization of histamine releasing factors in diisocyanate-induced occupational asthma. Lummus Z.L., Rafeul A., Bernstein J.A., Bernstein D.I., Toxicology, 1996, Vol.111, p.191-206. Illus. 51 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asthma; tolylene diisocyanate; histamine release; immunobiological changes; immunology; isocyanates; sensitization. (71595)

CIS 98-1311 Self-assessed versus expert-assessed occupational exposures. Fritschi L., Siemiatycki J., Richardson L., American Journal of Epidemiology, Sep. 1996. Vol.144. No.5, p.521-527. 17 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Canada; epidemiology; exposure evaluation; job-exposure relation; questionnaire survey; subjective assessment. (71598)

CIS 98-1312 Overview of diisocyanate occupational asthma. Bernstein J.A., Toxicology, 1996, Vol.111, p.181-189. Illus. 24 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asthma; tolylene diisocyanate; diagnosis; epidemiological aspects; immunology; isocyanates; pathogenesis; transfer to other work. (71608)

CIS 98-1313 Was there sufficient justification for the 10-fold increase in the TLV for silica fume? A critical review. Cunningham E.A., Todd J.J., Jablonski W., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.212-223. 90 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Australia; comment on directive; epidemiologic study; literature survey; metal fumes; silica; smelting plants; threshold limit values; toxic effects; USA. (71622)

CIS 98-1314 Occupational exposure to pesticides and congenital malformations: A review of mechanisms, methods and results. García A.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.232-240. 95 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; embryotoxic effects; epidemiologic study; genetic effects; literature survey; parental exposure; pesticides; teratogenic effects. (71623)

CIS 98-1315 Quantitative assessment of color vision impairment in workers exposed to toluene. Zavalić M., Mandić Z., Turk R., Bogadi-Šare A., Plavec D., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.297-304. Illus. 37 ref. (In English)

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Topics: toluene; case-control study; colour vision deficiency; colour vision; determination in air; determination in blood; determination in urine; exposure evaluation; lighting and colour; neurotoxic effects; organic solvents; vision tests. (71629)

CIS 98-1316 Assessment of colour vision impairment in male workers exposed to toluene generally above occupational exposure limits. Zavalic M., Mandic Z., Turk R., Bogadi-Šare A., Plavec D., Gomzi M., Skender L.J., Occupational Medicine, Apr. 1998, Vol.48, No.3, p.175-180. Illus. 37 ref. (In English)

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Topics: toluene; case-control study; colour vision deficiency; colour vision; determination in air; determination in blood; determination in urine; exposure evaluation; lighting and colour; male workers; organic solvents; smoking; vision tests. (71721)

CIS 98-1317 Persistent cognitive and motor deficits following acute hydrogen sulphide poisoning. Schneider J.S., Tobe E.H., Mozley P.D., Barniskis L., Lidsky T.I., Occupational Medicine, May 1998, Vol.48, No.4, p.255-260. Illus. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: acute poisoning; hydrogen sulfide; case study; cognitive performance; movement disorders; nervous function tests; neurological effects; tomography. (71726)

CIS 98-1318 Contact dermatitis due to 2,2'-azobis(2-amidinopropane) dihydrochloride: An outbreak in production workers. Takiwaki H., Arase S., Nakayama H., Contact Dermatitis, July 1998, Vol.39, No.1, p.4-7. Illus. 12 ref. (In English)

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Topics: azo compounds; case study; chemical industry; eczema; polymerization; protective gloves; sensitization dermatitis; skin allergies. (71727)

CIS 98-1319 Formation of formaldehyde and peroxides by air oxidation of high purity polyoxyethylene surfactants. Bergh M., Magnusson K., Nilsson J.L.G., Karlberg A.T., Contact Dermatitis, July 1998, Vol.39, No.1, p.14-20. Illus. 32 ref. (In English)

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Topics: animal experiments; formaldehyde; chemical analysis; eczema; oxidation; peroxides; sensitization dermatitis; sensitization; surfactants. (71728)

CIS 98-1320 Occupational allergic contact dermatitis from isophoronediamine (IPDA) in operative-clothing manufacture. Tarvainen K., Jolanki R., Eckerman M.L.H., Estlander T., Contact Dermatitis, July 1998, Vol.39, No.1, p.46-47. 15 ref. (In English)

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Topics: isophorone diamine; case study; eczema; epoxy resins; sensitization dermatitis; skin allergies. (71730)

CIS 98-1321 Effects of variation in exposure to airborne acetone and difference in work load on acetone concentrations in blood, urine, and exhaled air. Kumagai S., Matsunaga I., Tabuchi T., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.242-251. Illus. 29 ref. (In English)

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Topics: acetone; conditions of exposure; determination in air; determination in blood; determination in exhaled air; determination in urine; exposure evaluation; exposure tests; mathematical simulation; physical workload. (71734)

CIS 98-1322 Employees exposed to lead in Washington State nonconstruction workplaces: A starting point for hazard surveillance. Nelson N.A., Kaufman J.D., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.269-277. Illus. 11 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air sampling; blood monitoring; lead; exposure evaluation; job-exposure relation; limitation of exposure; list of occupations; medical supervision; questionnaire survey; respirators; risk awareness; USA; Washington. (71738)

CIS 98-1323 Application of a tracer gas challenge with a human subject to investigate factors affecting the performance of laboratory fume hoods. Altemose B.A., Flynn M.R., Sprankle J., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, May 1998, Vol.59, No.5, p.321-327. Illus. 31 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air movement; airflow measurement; description of technique; evaluation of equipment; exhaust hoods; laboratories; leakage testing; leakage; tracer gases; ventilation design. (71740)

CIS 98-1324 Nasal challenge test in the diagnosis of allergic respiratory diseases in subjects occupationally exposed to a high molecular allergen (flour). Górski P., Krakowiak A., Pazdrak K., Palczynski C., Ruta U., Walusiak J., Occupational Medicine, Feb. 1998, Vol.48. No.2, p.91-97. Illus. 22 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergic asthma; allergic respiratory disorders; allergic rhinitis; allergy tests; diagnosis; flour; pulmonary function; sensitization. (71762)

CIS 98-1325 Benzene exposure in car mechanics and road tanker drivers. Javelaud B., Vian L., Molle R., Allain P., Allemand B., André B., Barbier F., Churet A.M., Dupuis J., Galand M., Millet F., Talmon J., Touron C., Vaissière M., Vechambre D., Vieules M., Viver D., International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health, June 1998, Vol.71, No.4, p.277-283. 24 ref. (In English)

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Topics: benzene; motor fuel; conditions of exposure; determination in air; determination in blood; determination in urine; drivers; exposure evaluation; questionnaire survey; risk factors; tank trucks; urinary metabolites; vehicle repair and servicing. (71819)

CIS 98-1326 Clean sweep. Care A., Occupational Health, July 1998, Vol.50, No.7, p.31-33. Illus. 7 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergens; allergic respiratory disorders; glutaraldehyde; dermatitis; disinfectants; hospitals; irritants; limitation of exposure; operating theatres; sensitization. (71820)

CIS 98-1327 Cancer mortality in workers exposed to phenoxy herbicides, chlorophenols, and dioxins: An expanded and updated international cohort study. Kogevinas M., Becher H., Benn T., Bertazzi P.A., Boffetta P., Bueno-de-Mesquita H.B., Coggon D., Colin D., Flesch-Janys D., Fingerhut M., Green L., Kauppinen T., Littorin M., Lynge E., Mathews J.D., Neuberger M., Pearce N., Saracci R., American Journal of Epidemiology, 15 June, 1997, Vol.145, No.12, p.1061-1075. Illus. 54 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cancer; tetrachlorodibenzodioxin; chlorophenols; cohort study; dioxins; exposure evaluation; herbicides; IARC; length of exposure; lymphoma; mortality; neoplasms; pesticide production; pesticide spraying; sarcomas. (71591)

CIS 98-1328 Occupational exposures and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: A population-based case-control study. McGuire V., Longstreth W.T., Nelson L.M., Koepsell T.D., Checkoway H., Morgan M.S., van Belle G., American Journal of Epidemiology, 15 June, 1997, Vol.145, No.12, p.1076-1088. Illus. 57 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; case-control study; exposure evaluation; metals; non-occupational factors; pesticides; sex-linked differences; solvents; USA. (71592)

CIS 98-1329 Occupationally related angiosarcoma of the liver in the United Kingdom 1972-1994. Lee F.I., Smith P.M., Bennett B., Williams D.M.J., Gut, 1996, Vol.39, p.312-318. Illus. 31 ref. (In English)

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Topics: vinyl chloride; case study; chemical industry; latency; length of exposure; liver cancer; United Kingdom. (71596)

CIS 98-1330 Occupational allergic contact dermatitis and blepharoconjunctivitis caused by gold. Estlander T., Kari O., Jolanki R., Kanerva L., Contact Dermatitis, Jan. 1998, Vol.38, No.1, p.40-41. 25 ref. (In English)

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Topics: airborne dust; allergens; allergy tests; case study; change of employment; conjunctivitis; dermatitis; eczema; electroplating; Finland; gold and compounds; hypersensitivity; sensitization dermatitis; skin tests. (71642)

CIS 98-1331 Computer applications in contact allergy. Goossens A., Drieghe J., Contact Dermatitis, Jan. 1998, Vol.38, No.1, p.51-52. (In English)

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Topics: allergens; Belgium; computer applications; computerized data bases; dermatitis; eczema; information services; sensitization dermatitis; skin tests. (71644)

CIS 98-1332 Allergic contact dermatitis from epoxy propane. Morris A.D., Ratcliffe J., Dalziel K.L., English J.S.C., Contact Dermatitis, Jan. 1998, Vol.38, No.1, p.57. Illus. 2 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergens; propylene oxide; case study; dermatitis; eczema; epoxy resins; laboratory work; sensitization dermatitis; skin tests; United Kingdom. (71645)

CIS 98-1333 Active sensitization and occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by para-tertiary-butylcatechol. Estlander T., Kostiainen M., Jolanki R., Kanerva L., Contact Dermatitis, Feb. 1998, Vol.38, No.2, p.96-100. Illus. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: 4-tert-butylpyrocatechol; allergens; p-tert-butylphenol; dermatitis; eczema; Finland; sensitization dermatitis; skin tests. (71648)

CIS 98-1334 Fingertip paresthesia and occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by acrylics in a dental nurse. Kanerva L., Mikola H., Henriks-Eckermann M.L., Jolanki R., Estlander T., Contact Dermatitis, Feb. 1998, Vol.38, No.2, p.114-116. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergens; allergy tests; case study; dental services; dermatitis; eczema; fingers; Finland; list of chemical substances; methacrylates; nerve stimulation tests; paraesthesia; polyacrylates; sensitization dermatitis; skin tests. (71649)

CIS 98-1335 Occupational exposure to estrogenic chemicals and the occurrence of breast cancer: An exploratory analysis. Aschengrau A., Coogan P.F., Quinn M.M., Cashins L.J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 1998, Vol.34, No.1, p.6-14. 33 ref. (In English)

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Topics: breast cancer; p-octylphenol; case-control study; exposure evaluation; job-exposure relation; oestrogens; polychlorinated biphenyls; risk factors; USA. (71711)

CIS 98-1336 Rhythm patterns of basic brain bioelectric activity in workers chronically exposed to carbon disulfide. Sińczuk-Walczak H., Szymczak M., International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, 1997, Vol.10, No.4, p.429-440. Illus. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: carbon disulfide; electroencephalographic changes; neurological effects; Poland; viscose rayon industry. (71753)

CIS 98-1337 Cancer incidence among Finnish workers exposed to halogenated hydrocarbons. Anttila A., Pukkala E., Sallmén M., Hernberg S., Hemminki K., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, July 1995, Vol.37, No.7, p.797-806. Illus. 40 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cancer; carcinogens; tetrachloroethylene; 1,1,1-trichloroethane; trichloroethylene; diseases of nervous system; Finland; gastrointestinal cancer; halogenated hydrocarbons; liver cancer; long-term study; lymphoma; myeloma; prostatic cancer; tumour of the pancreas; uterine cancer. (71754)

CIS 98-1338 Contrast sensitivity in organic-solvent-induced chronic toxic encephalopathy. Donoghue A.M., Dryson E.W., Wynn-Williams G., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 1995, Vol.37, No.12, p.1357-1363. 40 ref. (In English)

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Topics: diagnosis; encephalopathy; nervous function tests; organic solvents; toxic encephalosis; vision tests; visual function disorders. (71757)

CIS 98-1339 A cross-sectional study of renal function and cardiovascular risk factors in hydrocarbon-exposed workers. Carney S., Ferguson M., Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand, Apr. 1998, Vol.14, No.2, p.143-148. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: bitumen; cardiovascular diseases; creatinine; cross-sectional study; determination in blood; hydrocarbons; renal dysfunction; renal insufficiency; risk factors; road work. (71812)

CIS 98-1340 The effects of particle charge on the performance of a filtering facepiece. Chen C.C, Huang S.H., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.227-233. Illus. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aerosols; air purifying respirators; electrostatic particulate filters; equipment testing; filtration efficiency; mathematical models; particle size. (71732)

CIS 98-1341 RPE - Building a healthy lifestyle for the future. Ashburner L., Safety and Health Practitioner, Jan. 1998, Vol.16, No.1, p.54-57. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: asthma; asbestos; comfort criteria; construction industry; dust; gases; legislation; mists; respirators; selection of equipment; United Kingdom. (71779)

CIS 98-1342 A preliminary study of immunologic and hematologic profiles of peripheral blood from Nebraska farmers who apply pesticides to their fields. Casale G.P., Scott D.M., Anderson J.R., Vitzthum E.F., Gold R.E., Journal of Toxicology - Clinical Toxicology, 1998, Vol.36, No.3, p.183-194. Illus. 58 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; blood cytology; blood-cell anomalies; crop protection; haematological effects; immunology; Nebraska; pesticides; USA. (71430)

CIS 98-1343 Occupational dermatitis in Danish gardeners and greenhouse workers - II. Etiological factors. Paulsen E., Contact Dermatitis, Jan. 1998, Vol.38, No.1, p.14-19. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergens; allergy tests; Denmark; dermatitis; eczema; epidemiologic study; fungicides; horticulture; irritants; pesticides; plants; sensitization dermatitis; skin allergies; skin tests. (71641)

CIS 98-1344 Protein contact dermatitis due to cow dander. Mahler V., Diepgen T.L., Heese A., Peters K.P., Contact Dermatitis, Jan. 1998, Vol.38, No.1, p.47-48. Illus. 10 ref. (In English)

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Topics: airborne dust; allergens; case study; dairy farming; dander; dermatitis; eczema; Germany; hypersensitivity; proteins; sensitization dermatitis; skin tests. (71643)

CIS 98-1345 Occupational contact urticaria and Type I sensitization caused by gerbera. Estlander T., Kanerva L., Tupasela O., Jolanki R., Contact Dermatitis, Feb. 1998, Vol.38, No.2, p.118-120. 14 ref. (In English)

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Topics: allergens; allergic rhinitis; allergy tests; case study; conjunctivitis; dermatitis; Finland; flower and perfume-plant growing; flowers; sensitization dermatitis; sensitization; serological reactions; skin tests; urticaria. (71650)

CIS 98-1346 Cancer mortality among rice growers in Novara Province, northern Italy. Gambini G.F., Mantovani C., Pira E., Piolatto P.G., Negri E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.435-441. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; cancer; cereal farming; chlorophenols; cohort study; healthy worker effect; herbicides; Italy; length of exposure; lymphoma; mortality; phenoxyacetic acids; rice; sarcomas. (71664)

CIS 98-1347 Association between female infertility and agricultural work history. Fuortes L., Clark M.K., Kirchner H.L., Smith E.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.445-451. 44 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; agriculture; antifertility effects; case-control study; occupation disease relation; sterility; USA; women. (71666)

CIS 98-1348 Unintentional fatal paraquat poisonings among agricultural workers in Costa Rica: Report of 15 cases. Wesseling C., Hogstedt C., Picado A., Johansson L., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.433-441. 36 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural operations; case study; Costa Rica; crop protection; fatalities; functional respiratory disorders; hepatic damage; ingestion; inhalation; myocardial damage; neurotoxic effects; paraquat; pesticide poisoning; pulmonary oedema; renal damage; skin absorption. (71792)

CIS 98-1349 Meta-analysis of multiple myeloma and farming. Khuder S.A., Mutgi A.B., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.510-516. Illus. 60 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; cancer; carcinogens; epidemiologic study; literature survey; microorganisms; myeloma; occupation disease relation; organic solvents; pesticides; risk factors; USA; zoonoses. (71798)

CIS 98-1350 Epidemiologic study of mortality in the hard metal industry in France. (French: Etude épidémiologique de mortalité dans l'industrie productrice de métaux durs en France) Moulin J.J., Perdrix A., Lasfargues G., Romazini S., Bozec C., Deguerry P., Pellet F., Peltier A., Wild P., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, Note No.2057-168-97, p.411-428. Illus. 35 ref. (In French)

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Topics: tungsten carbide 1:1; case-control study; cobalt; confounding factors; exposure evaluation; France; length of exposure; lung cancer; mortality; powder metallurgy; smoking. (71403)

CIS 98-1351 Results of measurements carried out in nine hard metal factories - Contribution to an epidemiological study. (French: Bilan des mesures effectuées dans neuf usines productrices de métaux durs - Contribution à une étude épidémiologique) Peltier A., Guillemin C., Elcabache J.M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, Note No.2058-168-97, p.429-440. Illus. 11 ref. (In French)

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Topics: aerosols; air sampling; tungsten carbide 1:1; cobalt; dust measurement; exposure evaluation; France; job-exposure relation; particle size determination; personal sampling; powder metallurgy; respirable dust; threshold limit values. (71404)

CIS 98-1352 Occupational exposure to dioxins by thermal oxygen cutting, welding, and soldering of metals. Menzel H.M., Bolm-Audorff U., Turcer E., Bienfait H.G., Albracht G., Walter D., Emmel C., Knecht U., Päpke O., Environmental Health Perspectives, Apr. 1998, Vol.106, Suppl.2, p.715-722. Illus. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: chlorinated dibenzodioxins; chlorinated dibenzofurans; demolition; determination in air; determination in blood; dioxins; exposure evaluation; gas cutting; Germany; job-exposure relation; personal sampling; scrap metal processing; soldering and brazing; threshold limit values; welding and cutting. (71606)

CIS 98-1353 Cancer risks among workers exposed to metalworking fluids: A systematic review. Calvert G.M., Ward E., Schnorr T.M., Fine L.J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.282-292. 46 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aromatic hydrocarbons; bladder tumour; cancer; coolants; cutting fluids; epidemiologic study; job-exposure relation; laryngeal cancer; literature survey; lubricants; metalworking industry; mineral oils; neoplasms; nitroso amines; polycyclic hydrocarbons; rectal cancer; scrotal cancer; skin cancer; tumour of the pancreas. (71627)

CIS 98-1354 Pulmonary function of workers in the aluminum industry. Şan L.N., Uysal H., Gökbel H., Bediz C.S., Sayal A., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.305-307. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aluminium industry; aluminium; determination in blood; functional respiratory disorders; pulmonary function; spirometry; Turkey; ventilatory capacity. (71630)

CIS 98-1355 Respiratory symptoms and lung function abnormalities among machine operators in automobile production. Sprince N.L., Thorne P.S., Popendorf W., Zwerling C., Miller E.R., DeKoster J.A., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.403-413. 29 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aerosols; bacterial toxins; cross-sectional study; cutting fluids; determination in air; dose-response relationship; fungi; metalworking industry; motor vehicle industry; pulmonary function; respiratory diseases; respiratory function tests; respiratory impairment; USA. (71662)

CIS 98-1356 Mortality studies of metalworking fluid exposure in the automobile industry: VI. A case-control study of esophageal cancer. Sullivan P.A., Eisen E.A., Woskie S.R., Kriebel D., Wegman D.H., Hallock M.F., Hammond S.K., Tolbert P.E., Smith T.J., Monson R.R., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 1998, Vol.34, No.1, p.36-48. 61 ref. (In English)

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Topics: biocides; case-control study; cutting fluids; dose-response relationship; exposure evaluation; job-exposure relation; latency; length of exposure; lubricants; machining; mortality; motor vehicle industry; nitroso amines; oesophageal carcinoma; risk factors; USA. (71714)

CIS 98-1357 Respiratory symptoms and pulmonary function among stainless steel welders. Sobaszek A., Edme J.L., Boulenguez C., Shirali P., Mereau M., Robin H., Haguenoer J.M., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.40. No.3, p.223-229. Illus. 23 ref. (In English)

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Topics: dyspnoea; France; functional respiratory disorders; length of exposure; pulmonary function; questionnaire survey; smoking; spirometry; stainless steel; ventilatory capacity; welding and cutting; welding fumes. (71747)

CIS 98-1358 Respiratory health of automobile workers exposed to metal-working fluid aerosols: Respiratory symptoms. Greaves I.A., Eisen E.A., Smith T.J., Pothier L.J., Kriebel D., Woskie S.R., Kennedy S.M., Shalat S., Monson R.R., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.450-459. 36 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aerosols; asthma; chronic bronchitis; cutting fluids; dyspnoea; exposure evaluation; functional respiratory disorders; machining; motor vehicle industry; oil mist; personal sampling; questionnaire survey; respiratory diseases; USA. (71794)

CIS 98-1359 Loss of lung function among sheet metal workers: Ten-year study. Glencross P.M., Weinberg J.M., Ibrahim J.G., Christiani D.C., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.460-466. 33 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asbestos; chest radiography; length of exposure; long-term study; metalworking industry; pleural diseases; pulmonary function; respiratory impairment; sheet-metal working; shipbuilding industry; smoking; spirometry; USA. (71795)

CIS 98-1360 Cancer morbidity in workers at aluminium foundries and secondary aluminium smelters. Seldén A.I., Westberg H.B., Axelson O., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.467-477. 57 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aluminium industry; bladder tumour; cancer; hexachloroethane; cohort study; foundries; length of exposure; liver cancer; lung cancer; morbidity; nasal cancer; rectal cancer; scrap metal processing; sex-linked differences; smelting plants; Sweden. (71796)

CIS 98-1361 Update of cancer incidence among workers at a copper/nickel smelter and nickel refinery. Anttila A., Pukkala E., Aitio A., Rantanen T., Karjalainen S., International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health, June 1998, Vol.71, No.4, p.245-250. 18 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cancer; nickel; copper; nickel sulfate; cohort study; foundries; frequency rates; gastrointestinal cancer; latency; length of service; long-term study; lung cancer; morbidity; nasal cancer; smelting plants. (71817)

CIS 98-1362 Asbestos and the protection of finishing stage construction workers. (French: L'amiante et la protection des travailleurs du second œuvre du bâtiment) Eurogip infos, Dec. 1997, No.18, p.1-8. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: asbestos; building industry; comment on law; construction sites; European Communities; hazard evaluation; health hazards; information of personnel; legislation; medical supervision; risk awareness. (71553)

CIS 98-1363 Removal of asbestos-containing tiles and adhesives: Four "test" operations. (French: Retrait de dalles et de colles amiantées: quatre chantiers "tests") Sandres G., Prévention BTP, May 1998, No.1, p.11-13. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: adhesives; airborne dust; asbestos removal; asbestos; building materials; construction work; dust control; exposure evaluation; flooring; personal protective equipment. (71556)

CIS 98-1364 Volatile N-nitrosamines in the rubber industry - Evaluation of occupational exposure on 36 continuous rubber vulcanization lines. (French: N-nitrosamines volatiles dans l'industrie du caoutchouc - Evaluation de l'exposition professionnelle sur trente-six lignes de vulcanisation continue) Oury B., Protois J.C., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, Note No.2059-168-97, p.441-452. Illus. 19 ref. (In French)

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Topics: air sampling; carcinogens; determination in air; exposure evaluation; France; manufacturing processes; nitroso amines; permissible levels; personal sampling; rubber industry; salt-bath hardening; substitution; survey; volatile substances; vulcanization. (71405)

CIS 98-1365 Toluene diisocyanate exposure in a glove manufacturing plant. Siribaddana S.H., Wijesundera A., Fernando R., Journal of Toxicology - Clinical Toxicology, 1998, Vol.36, No.1 and 2, p.95-98. 7 ref. (In English)

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Topics: tolylene diisocyanate; case study; enzyme disturbances; irritation; latex; neurological effects; pulmonary function; rubber industry; Sri Lanka. (71421)

CIS 98-1366 Exposure of coke-oven workers to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons based on biological monitoring results. Mielżyńska D., Braszczyńska Z., Siwińska E., Smolik E., Bubak A., Sokal J.A., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Sep. 1997, Vol.58, No.9, p.661-666. Illus. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aromatic hydrocarbons; benzo(a)pyrene; coke ovens; determination in air; determination in urine; exposure evaluation; exposure tests; job-exposure relation; mutagenicity tests; mutagens; Poland; polycyclic hydrocarbons; smoking; synergism; urinary metabolites. (71425)

CIS 98-1367 Cohort mortality study of prostate cancer among chemical workers. Whorton M.D., Amsel J., Mandel J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.293-296. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: acetic acid; acetic anhydride; chemical industry; cohort study; mortality; prostatic cancer; USA. (71628)

CIS 98-1368 Occupational dermatoses in a plant producing binders for paints and glues. Gruvberger B., Bruze M., Almgren G., Contact Dermatitis, Feb. 1998, Vol.38, No.2, p.71-77. 26 ref. (In English)

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Topics: acrylates; allergens; binders; formaldehyde; chemical burns; chemical industry; eczema; irritants; isothiazolinones; list of chemical substances; questionnaire survey; sensitization dermatitis; skin diseases; skin tests; Sweden. (71646)

CIS 98-1369 Respiratory findings in synthetic textile workers. Zuskin E., Mustajbegovic J., Schachter E.N., Kern J., Budak A., Godnic-Cvar J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.33, No.3, p.263-273. 36 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asthma; Croatia; determination in air; dyspnoea; epidemiologic study; eye irritation; functional respiratory disorders; knitting, hosiery weaving; pulmonary function; respiratory diseases; respiratory impairment; sex-linked differences; sinusitis; smoking; synthetic fibre industry; synthetic fibres; textile industry; ventilatory capacity. (71626)

CIS 98-1370 Occupational dermatitis in a silk-screen maker. Goossens A., Coninx D., Rommens K., Verhamme B., Contact Dermatitis, July 1998, Vol.39, No.1, p.40-42. Illus. 5 ref. (In English)

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Topics: case study; eczema; epoxy resins; hand; methacrylates; protective gloves; screen printing; sensitization dermatitis; skin allergies; wrist. (71729)

CIS 98-1371 Multiple exposure to arsenic, antimony and other elements in art glass manufacturing. Apostoli P., Giusti S., Bartoli D., Perico A., Bavazzano P., Alessio L., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 1998, Vol.34, No.1, p.65-72. Illus. 17 ref. (In English)

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Topics: antimony; arsenic; arts and crafts; cancer; carcinogens; lead; determination in air; determination in urine; exposure evaluation; glass industry; Italy; job-exposure relation; mixed dust; mortality. (71715)

CIS 98-1372 Pulmonary manifestations in cement workers in Jordan. AbuDhaise B.A., Rabi A.Z., Zwairy M.A.A., Hader A.F.E., Qaderi S.E., International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, 1997, Vol.10, No.4, p.417-428. 22 ref. (In English)

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Topics: airborne dust; asthma; cement industry; cement; chronic bronchitis; dyspnoea; exposure evaluation; Jordan; pulmonary function; questionnaire survey; respiratory diseases; smoking; spirometry. (71752)

CIS 98-1373 Chest radiography in Portland cement workers. Abrons H.L., Petersen M.R., Sanderson W.T., Engelberg A.L., Harber P., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.39, No.11, p.1047-1054. 26 ref. (In English)

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Topics: airborne dust; cement industry; cement; chest radiography; cross-sectional study; dose-response relationship; exposure evaluation; opacities; pneumoconiosis; smoking. (71758)

CIS 98-1374 Mortality from a Chinese asbestos plant: Overall cancer mortality. Pang Z.C., Zhang Z., Wang Y., Zhang H., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.442-444. 13 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air sampling; asbestos processing industry; cancer; chrysotile; asbestos; China; cohort study; gastrointestinal cancer; lung cancer; mortality; sex-linked differences; smoking. (71793)

CIS 98-1375 Hand eczema in a prospectively-followed cohort of office workers. Uter W., Pfahlberg A., Gefeller O., Schwanitz H.J., Contact Dermatitis, Feb. 1998, Vol.38, No.2, p.83-89. 10 ref. (In English)

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Topics: anamnesis; cohort study; eczema; Germany; hand; individual susceptibility; irritation; office work. (71647)

CIS 98-1376 Exposure of casino employees to environmental tobacco smoke. Trout D., Decker J., Mueller C., Bernert J.T., Pirkle J., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.40. No.3, p.270-276. 29 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cotinine; nicotine; casinos; determination in air; determination in blood; determination in urine; exposure evaluation; passive smoking; respirable dust. (71750)

CIS 98-1377 Cancer mortality among laundry and dry cleaning workers. Walker J.T., Burnett C.A., Lalich N.R., Sesito J.P., Halperin W.E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Dec. 1997, Vol.32, No.6, p.614-619. 45 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cancer; carcinogens; tetrachloroethylene; chlorinated hydrocarbons; dry cleaning; epidemiologic study; laryngeal cancer; laundries; lung cancer; mortality; oesophageal carcinoma; organic solvents; race-linked differences; sex-linked differences; USA. (71669)

CIS 98-1378 Technical data on liquids and gases. (French: Caractéristiques de liquides et gaz; German: Sicherheitstechnische Kenngrössen von Flüssigkeiten und Gasen) Caisse nationale suisse d'assurance en cas d'accidents, Secteur chimie, Case postale, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland, 1997. 19p. Index. (In French, German)

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Replaces CIS 81-10. Topics: alcohols; aldehydes; aliphatic diols; amines; carboxylic acid anhydrides; chemical products; dangerous substances; esters and salts; ethers; flammable gases; flammable limits; flammable liquids; flashpoints; glycol ethers; halogenated hydrocarbons; hydrocarbons; ignition temperatures; ketones; organic acids; Switzerland. (71397)

CIS 98-1379 Determination of airborne fibre number concentrations - A recommended method, by phase-contrast optical microscopy (membrane filter method). World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, 1997. viii, 53p. Illus. 28 ref., ISBN 92-4-154496-1 (In English)

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Topics: accuracy; air sampling; airborne dust; description of equipment; description of technique; dust measurement; man-made fibres; membrane filters; mineral fibres; number concentration determination; phase-contrast microscopy; sampling and analysis; sampling methods; WHO. (71391)

CIS 98-1380 Toxicological profile for acetone. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 248p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: acetone; criteria document; dermatitis; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; gastric disorders; glossary; haematotoxic effects; health hazards; irritation; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; neurological effects; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71511)

CIS 98-1381 Toxicological profile for 1,1-dichloroethene: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 174p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: vinylidene chloride; central nervous system; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; glossary; hepatic damage; hepatotoxic effects; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; neurological effects; renal damage; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71512)

CIS 98-1382 Toxicological profile for carbon tetrachloride: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 229p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: carbon tetrachloride; carcinogenic effects; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; gastric disorders; glossary; health hazards; hepatic damage; hepatotoxic effects; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; neurotoxic effects; pulmonary oedema; renal damage; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71513)

CIS 98-1383 Toxicological profile for 4,4'-DDT, 4,4'-DDE, 4,4'-DDD: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 166p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; carcinogenic effects; DDT; p,p'-ddd; DDE; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; glossary; health hazards; hepatic damage; immunotoxic effects; irritants; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; mutagenic effects; neurological effects; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71514)

CIS 98-1384 Toxicological profile for chlordane: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 234p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: cardiovascular disorders; chlordane; conjunctivitis; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; gastric disorders; glossary; health hazards; hepatic damage; immunotoxic effects; irritants; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; neurological effects; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71515)

CIS 98-1385 Toxicological profile for pentachlorophenol: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 200p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; bronchitis; carcinogenic effects; cardiovascular disorders; pentachlorophenol; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; genetic effects; glossary; haematological effects; health hazards; hepatic damage; immunotoxic effects; irritation; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; skin absorption; skin eruption; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71516)

CIS 98-1386 Toxicological profile for 4,4'-methylenebis-(2-chloroaniline) (MBOCA). U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 120p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: bladder tumour; carcinogenic effects; methylenebis(2-chloroaniline); criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; glossary; health hazards; irritation; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; renal damage; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71517)

CIS 98-1387 Toxicological profile for zinc: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 230p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: zinc oxide; zinc sulfide; zinc chloride; zinc sulfate; colic; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; gastric disorders; glossary; haematological effects; health hazards; immunotoxic effects; irritants; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; metal fume fever; neurotoxic effects; pancreas secretion disorders; respiratory impairment; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA; zinc and compounds. (71518)

CIS 98-1388 Toxicological profile for methoxychlor. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 163p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; aplastic anaemia; methoxychlor; criteria document; determination in biological matter; exposure evaluation; glossary; haematological effects; health hazards; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; neurological effects; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71519)

CIS 98-1389 Toxicological profile for mercury: Update. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology, Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, May 1994. xvii, 357p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; cardiovascular disorders; mercury chloride; chloromethylmercury; mercury sulfide; mercuric acetate; phenylmercury acetate; mercuric chloride; colic; criteria document; determination in biological matter; diarrhoea; exposure evaluation; gastric disorders; glossary; haematological effects; health hazards; hepatic disorders; immunotoxic effects; legislation; limitation of exposure; literature survey; menstrual disorders; mercury and compounds; musculoskeletal diseases; mutagenic effects; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; respiratory diseases; respiratory impairment; skin eruption; teratogenic effects; toxic effects; toxicity evaluation; toxicology; USA. (71520)

CIS 98-1390 Cyhalothrin. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1990. 106p. Illus. 136 ref. Price: CHF 14.00 (CHF 9.80 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-154299-3 (In English)

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Summaries in French and in Spanish. Topics: agricultural chemicals; cyhalothrin; criteria document; IPCS; literature survey; neurological effects; toxic effects; toxicology. (71521)

CIS 98-1391 Methylmercury. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1990. 144p. Illus. 372 ref. Price: CHF 16.00 (CHF 11.20 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157101-2 (In English)

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Topics: criteria document; embryotoxic effects; IPCS; literature survey; methylmercury; neurotoxic effects; toxic effects; toxicology. (71522)

CIS 98-1392 Tri-n-butyl phosphate. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1991. 80p. Illus. 123 ref. Price: CHF 11.00 (CHF 7.70 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157112-8 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: tributyl phosphate; criteria document; gastric disorders; IPCS; irritation; literature survey; migraine; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicology. (71523)

CIS 98-1393 2-Nitropropane. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1992. 108p. Illus. 186 ref. Price: CHF 16.00 (CHF 11.20 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157138-1 (In English)

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Summaries in French and in Spanish. Topics: 2-nitropropane; criteria document; diarrhoea; gastric disorders; hepatotoxic effects; IPCS; literature survey; migraine; pulmonary oedema; renal insufficiency; toxic effects; toxicology. (71524)

CIS 98-1394 Partially halogenated chlorofluorocarbons (ethane derivatives). International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1992. 130p. Illus. 164 ref. Price: CHF 18.00 (CHF 12.60 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157139-X (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: 1,1-dichloro-2,2,2-trifluoroethane; 1,2-dichloro-1,1-difluoroethane; 1-chloro-1,1-difluoroethane; 1-chloro-1,2,2,2-tetrafluoroethane; 1-fluoro-1,1-dichloroethane; 2-chloro-1,1,1-trifluoroethane; chlorofluorohydrocarbons; criteria document; functional nervous disorders; IPCS; irritation; literature survey; toxic effects; toxicology. (71525)

CIS 98-1395 Nitrogen oxides (second edition). International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1997. 550p. Illus. Bibl.ref., ISBN 92-4-157188-8 (In English)

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Summaries in French and in Spanish. Update of CIS 81-718. Topics: nitrous oxide; nitric oxide; nitrogen dioxide; nitric acid; nitrous acid; criteria document; functional respiratory disorders; individual susceptibility; IPCS; literature survey; nitrates; nitrogen oxides; respiratory diseases; respiratory impairment; toxic effects; toxicology. (71526)

CIS 98-1396 Screening information data set SIDS for high production volume chemicals - Volume 4, Part 2. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), United Nations Environment Programme, Case postale 356, 15 chemin des Anémones, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, Nov. 1997. viii, 302p. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: dimethylaminoethanol; sodium dodecylsulfate; caustic substances; criteria document; ecotoxicology; exposure evaluation; IPCS; irritants; legislation; OECD; skin absorption; threshold limit values; toxic effects; toxicology; triethanolamine; UNEP. (71540)

CIS 98-1397 Carbon disulphide - Health based recommended occupational exposure limit. Dutch Expert Committee on Occupational Standards (Werkgroep van Deskundigen ter Vaststelling van MAC-waarden), Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 90517, 2509 Den Haag, Netherlands, 1994. 141p. 127 ref., ISBN 90-5549-039-3 (In English)

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Topics: antifertility effects; carbon disulfide; cardiovascular disorders; criteria document; diseases of eyes and related structures; endocrine effects; limitation of exposure; Netherlands; neurotoxic effects; skin absorption; threshold limit values; toxicology. (71541)

CIS 98-1398 Methyl methacrylate - Health based recommended occupational exposure limit. Dutch Expert Committee on Occupational Standards (Werkgroep van Deskundigen ter Vaststelling van MAC-waarden), Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 90517, 2509 Den Haag, Netherlands, 1994. 113p. 217 ref., ISBN 90-5549-040-7 (In English)

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Topics: allergic respiratory disorders; methyl methacrylate; criteria document; eczema; irritants; limitation of exposure; Netherlands; neurotoxic effects; sensitization; skin absorption; skin allergies; threshold limit values; toxicology. (71542)

CIS 98-1399 1-, 2- and t-butanol - Health based recommended occupational exposure limit. Dutch Expert Committee on Occupational Standards (Werkgroep van Deskundigen ter Vaststelling van MAC-waarden), Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 90517, 2509 Den Haag, Netherlands, 1994. 91p. 90 ref., ISBN 90-5549-041-5 (In English)

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Topics: butanols; butyl alcohol; tert-butyl alcohol; sec-butyl alcohol; corneal damage; criteria document; eye irritation; irritants; limitation of exposure; Netherlands; threshold limit values; toxicology. (71543)

CIS 98-1400 Ethyl methacrylate, n-butyl methacrylate and isobutyl methacrylate - Health based recommended occupational exposure limit. Dutch Expert Committee on Occupational Standards (Werkgroep van Deskundigen ter Vaststelling van MAC-waarden), Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 90517, 2509 Den Haag, Netherlands, 1994. 80p. 75 ref., ISBN 90-5549-042-3 (In English)

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Topics: butyl methacrylate; ethyl methacrylate; isobutyl methacrylate; criteria document; eczema; limitation of exposure; Netherlands; threshold limit values; toxicology. (71544)

CIS 98-1401 Carbaryl. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1994. 358p. Illus. Approx. 700 ref. Price: CHF 51.00 (CHF 35.70 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157153-5 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: agricultural chemicals; carbaryl; central nervous system; cholinesterase monitoring; criteria document; IPCS; literature survey; neurotoxic effects; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicology; urinary metabolites. (71611)

CIS 98-1402 Amitrole. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1994. 123p. Illus. Approx. 270 ref. Price: CHF 21.00 (CHF 14.70 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157158-6 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: agricultural chemicals; aminotriazole; carcinogenic effects; criteria document; IPCS; literature survey; thyroid disorders; toxic effects; toxicology. (71612)

CIS 98-1403 Phenol. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1994. 151p. Illus. Approx. 420 ref. Price: CHF 23.00 (CHF 16.10 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157161-6 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: caustic substances; criteria document; erythema; functional heart disorders; IPCS; irritants; literature survey; necrosis; odour threshold; phenol; renal damage; skin absorption; toxic effects; toxicology. (71614)

CIS 98-1404 Brominated diphenyl ethers. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1994. 347p. Illus. Approx. 190 ref. Price: CHF 47.00 (CHF 32.90 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157162-4 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: animal experiments; brominated diphenyl oxides; monobromodiphenyl ether; decabromodiphenyl ether; dibromodiphenyl ether; pentabromodiphenyl ether; octabromodiphenyl ether; hexabromodiphenyl ether; tetrabromodiphenyl ether; tribromodiphenyl ether; nonabromodiphenyl ether; heptabromodiphenyl ether; criteria document; halogenated ethers; IPCS; literature survey; toxic effects; toxicology. (71615)

CIS 98-1405 Chloroform. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1994. 174p. Illus. Approx. 390 ref. Price: CHF 27.00 (CHF 18.90 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157163-2 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: carcinogenic effects; chloroform; criteria document; functional heart disorders; glossary; IPCS; literature survey; narcotic effects; renal damage; toxic effects; toxicology. (71616)

CIS 98-1406 Methylene chloride (second edition). International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1996. 242p. Illus. Approx. 500 ref. Price: CHF 35.00 (CHF 24.50 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157164-0 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: carboxyhaemoglobin level; dichloromethane; central nervous system; chemical burns; criteria document; haematological effects; hepatic damage; IPCS; irritants; literature survey; neurotoxic effects; pulmonary oedema; renal damage; toxic effects; toxicology. (71617)

CIS 98-1407 Inorganic lead. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1995. 300p. Illus. Approx. 650 ref. Price: CHF 43.00 (CHF 30.10 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157165-9 (In English)

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Summaries in French and Spanish. Topics: antifertility effects; biological effects; blood pressure; carcinogenic effects; lead; central nervous system; criteria document; determination in biological matter; diseases of blood-forming organs; diseases of peripheral nervous system; epidemiologic study; gastric disorders; IPCS; lead and compounds; literature survey; neurological effects; neurotoxic effects; renal damage; toxic effects; toxicology. (71618)

CIS 98-1408 Occupational toxicants. Critical data evaluation for MAK values and classification of carcinogens - Volume 9. Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH, Boschstrasse 12, 69469 Weinheim, Germany, 1998. 344p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: DEM 189.00., ISBN 3-527-27039-6 (In English)

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Topics: carcinogenic effects; carcinogens; nitrous oxide; methyldiethanolamine; 1-hexanol; diethylene glycol dimethyl ether; 2-amino-2-ethyl-1,3 propanediol; hydrazobenzene; isobutanolamine; diallyl phthalate; ethrane; piperazine hexahydrate; triethylene glycol n-butyl ether; glyceryl monothioglycolate; 4,4'-(2-ethyl-2-nitro-1, 3-propanediyl)bismorpholi; 4-(2-nitrobutyl)-morpholine; olaquindox; 2-chloro-N-(hydroxymethyl)-acetamide; decyl oleate; grotan; chlorpromazine; 5-ethyl-3,7-dioxa-1-azabicyclo[3.3.0]octane; propylene dichloride; methyl vinyl ketone; isopropanolamine; 1-methoxy-2-nitrobenzene; diglycolamine; 1,2,3-trichloropropane; methyl chloroacetate; 2,2'-thiobis(4,6-dichlorophenol); furfural; criteria document; cutting fluids; limitation of exposure; list of chemical substances; manuals; metalworking industry; toxic effects; toxic substances; toxicology. (71702)

CIS 98-1409 Protecting workers exposed to lead-based paint hazards: A report to Congress. Sussell A., ed., National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Publications Dissemination, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-1998, USA, Jan. 1997. xii, 74p. Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Topics: abrasive blasting; antifertility effects; carcinogenic effects; cardiovascular disorders; lead; epidemiological aspects; exposure evaluation; haematological effects; health engineering; neighbourhood populations; paint removal; painting; paints; renal damage; report; respirators; sampling and analysis; substitution; teratogenic effects; USA. (71790)

CIS 98-1410 Chronic bronchitis and lung function abnormalities in foundry workers. Cherry N.M., Niven R.M., Burgess G., Robinson J., Wall S., Woerfel P., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1997. 72p. 6 ref. Price: GBP 25.00., ISBN 0-7176-1190-6 (In English)

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Topics: airborne dust; chronic bronchitis; epidemiologic study; exposure evaluation; foundries; job-exposure relation; length of exposure; one-second forced expiratory volume; pulmonary function; report; respiratory impairment; United Kingdom. (71545)

CIS 98-1411 Difenacoum - Health and safety guide. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1995. 25p. Illus. 5 ref. Price: CHF 5.00 (CHF 3.50 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-151095-1 (In English)

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Topics: blood coagulation disorders; difenacoum; containment of spills; disposal of harmful waste; fire protection; first aid; health engineering; health hazards; IPCS; legislation; permissible levels; rodenticides; storage. (71527)

CIS 98-1412 Warfarin - Health and safety guide. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1995. 24p. Illus. 11 ref. Price: CHF 5.00 (CHF 3,50 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-151096 X (In English)

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Topics: blood coagulation disorders; containment of spills; disposal of harmful waste; fire protection; first aid; health engineering; health hazards; IPCS; legislation; permissible levels; rodenticides; storage; warfarin. (71528)

CIS 98-1413 Methomyl - Health and safety guide. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1995. 28p. Illus. 19 ref. Price: CHF 5.00 (CHF 3.50 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-151097-8 (In English)

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Topics: agricultural chemicals; methomyl; containment of spills; disposal of harmful waste; fire protection; first aid; health engineering; health hazards; IPCS; legislation; neurological effects; permissible levels; storage; toxic effects. (71529)

CIS 98-1414 Thallium and thallium compounds - Health and safety guide. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1996. 35p. Illus. 18 ref., ISBN 92-4-151102-8 (In English)

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This document provides practical guidance on the application of exposure limitation guidelines contained in Environmental Health Criteria 182 (see CIS 98-232). Topics: containment of spills; disposal of harmful waste; fire protection; first aid; health engineering; health hazards; IPCS; legislation; neurological effects; permissible levels; storage; thallium and compounds; toxic effects. (71530)

CIS 98-1415 Fumigation. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1996. 16p. Illus. 16 ref. Price: GBP 5.00., ISBN 0-7176-1218-X (In English)

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Topics: methyl bromide; phosphine; chemical safety; first aid; fumigation; hazard evaluation; health engineering; legislation; protective clothing; respirators; responsibilities; safe working methods; storage; toxic atmosphere detection; United Kingdom; ventilation; warning notices. (71609)

CIS 98-1416 Control of substances hazardous to health in fumigation operations - Approved Code of Practice. Health and Safety Commission, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1996. vii, 30p. 11 ref. Price: GBP 8.50., ISBN 0-7176-1195-7 (In English)

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Topics: chemical safety; directive; exhaust ventilation; exposure records; fumigation; hazard evaluation; health engineering; information of personnel; legislation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; protective clothing; respirators; safe working methods; United Kingdom; ventilation. (71610)

CIS 98-1417 Isocyanates: Health surveillance in motor vehicle repair. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Oct. 1997. 2p. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asthma; data sheet; health service records; irritants; isocyanates; medical supervision; paint spraying; respirators; spray booths; United Kingdom; vehicle repair and servicing. (71619)

CIS 98-1418 Hexavalent chromium in chromium plating mists: Colorimetric field method using 1,5-diphenylcarbazide. Health and Safety Executive, Health and Safety Laboratory, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Rev.ed., Apr. 1998. 16p. 31 ref. Price: GBP 12.00., ISBN 0-7176-1520-0 (In English)

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Topics: carcinogens; chromium and compounds; colorimetry; comment on law; data sheet; description of equipment; description of technique; determination in air; electroplating; limitation of exposure; mists; sampling and analysis; toxic effects; United Kingdom. (71638)

CIS 98-1419 Heavy fuel oils. CONCAWE, Madouplein 1, 1210, Bruxelles, Belgium, May 1998. v, 48p. 112 ref. (In English)

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Topics: hydrogen sulfide; chemical burns; criteria document; dermatitis; disposal of harmful waste; ecotoxicology; fire hazards; first aid; handling and storage; heavy fuel oils; irritants; limitation of exposure; literature survey; oil acne; skin cancer; toxic effects; toxicology. (71640)

CIS 98-1420 Hydrogen fluoride and fluorides in air - Laboratory method using an ion selective electrode or ion chromatography. Health and Safety Executive, Health and Safety Laboratory, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., Apr. 1998. 16p. 30 ref. Price: GBP 12.00., ISBN 0-7176-1558-8 (In English)

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Topics: hydrofluoric acid; data sheet; description of equipment; description of technique; determination in air; first aid; fluorides; health hazards; ion chromatography; permissible levels; sampling and analysis; United Kingdom. (71708)

CIS 98-1421 Anhydrous ammonia: Health and safety guidelines. (French: Ammoniac anhydre: directives d'hygiène et de sécurité) Publications Section, Ministry of Labour, 400 University Ave, 9th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M7A 1T7, Canada, May 1996. 10p. 15 ref., ISBN 0-7778-5147-4 (En), ISBN 0-7778-5148-2 (fr) (In English, French)

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Topics: ammonia; Canada; data sheet; explosion hazards; handling and storage; information of personnel; leak detection; personal protective equipment; process safety conditions; safety and health engineering; storage tanks; training material. (71776)

CIS 98-1422 Health risks management - A guide to working with solvents. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, May 1998. 24p. Illus. 2 ref. (In English)

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Topics: case study; degreasing; dry cleaning; enclosure; evaluation of control measures; hazard evaluation; health engineering; health hazards; information of personnel; legislation; limitation of exposure; organic solvents; paint and varnish industry; paint spraying; personal protective equipment; protective gloves; respirators; safety guides; selection of equipment; solvents; substitution; United Kingdom; ventilation. (71821)

CIS 98-1423 Safety in the use of chemicals at work. (Chinese: Gongzuo zhong anquan shiyong huaxuepin shiyong guicheng) International Labour Office, 1-11-2 Tayuan Diplomatic Office Building, 14 Liang Ma He Nan Lu, Chao Yang District, Beijing 100600, People's Republic of China, no date. 72p., ISBN 92-2-508006-9 (In Chinese)

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Translation of CIS 93-1998. Topics: chemical safety; classification; dangerous substances; determination in air; directive; emergency organization; harmful substances; hazard evaluation; ILO; implementation of control measures; information of personnel; medical supervision; notification of accidents and diseases; preventive maintenance; responsibilities; safe working methods; safety and health documentation; safety by design; supply of personal protective equipment; translation; warning notices. (71842)

CIS 98-1424 Sheep dipping. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. 15p. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural equipment; disposal of harmful waste; infection control; livestock rearing; medical supervision; notification of occupational diseases; pesticides; protective clothing; respirators; safe working methods; safety by design; United Kingdom. (71782)

CIS 98-1425 Veterinary medicines - Safe use by farmers and other animal handlers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Jan. 1998. 16p. 15 ref. (In English)

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Update of document abstracted under CIS 93-961. Topics: agriculture; data sheet; disposal of harmful waste; drugs; handling of animals; harmful substances; legislation; livestock rearing; medical supervision; notification of accidents and diseases; occupational hygiene; qualifications; safe working methods; storage; United Kingdom; veterinary services. (71803)

CIS 98-1426 Farmer's lung. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. 8p. 7 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; airborne dust; data sheet; dust control; farmer's lung; legislation; medical supervision; microorganisms; respirators; United Kingdom; ventilation. (71805)

CIS 98-1427 Occupational hygiene and health surveillance at industrial timber pre-treatment plants. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1994. 2p. 8 ref. (In English)

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Topics: carcinogens; data sheet; hazard evaluation; health engineering; health hazards; health service records; medical supervision; protective clothing; United Kingdom; welfare facilities; wood impregnation; wood preservatives; woodworking industry. (71573)

CIS 98-1428 Asbestos in paper and board mills. Health and Safety Executive, Paper and Board Industry Advisory Committee, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Aug. 1993. 10p. Illus. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: asbestos removal; asbestos; check lists; data sheet; legal aspects; limitation of exposure; paper and paper products industry; threshold limit values; United Kingdom. (71804)

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CIS 98-1429 Fire performance of fireproofed composites. (French: Tenue au feu des composites ignifugés) Gutierrez J., Le Lay F., Face au risque, Dec. 1997, No.338, p.16-24. Illus. 5 ref. (In French)

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Topics: bending strength; building materials; fire behaviour; flame retardants; flammability testing; France; ignition time; materials testing; plastics; shipbuilding industry; strength of materials. (71398)

CIS 98-1430 Blaye: A grain silo wiped out by a fatal explosion. (French: Blaye: un silo soufflé par une explosion meurtrière) Dosne R., Face au risque, Dec. 1997, No.338, p.32-39. Illus. (In French)

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Topics: accident descriptions; dust explosions; explosion hazards; explosion protection; France; grain dust; grain elevators; risk factors; storage tanks. (71399)

CIS 98-1431 Airborne releases from fires involving chemical waste - A multidisciplinary case study. Rasmussen B., Duijm N.J., Market F., Journal of Hazardous Materials, Jan. 1998, Vol.57, Nos.1-3, p.259-275. Illus. 25 ref. (In English)

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Topics: atmospheric pollution; chemical industry; combustion residues; experimental determination; fire behaviour; fire; industrial waste. (71682)

CIS 98-1432 Piper Alpha. Quigley D., Occupational Safety and Health, Aug. 1997, Vol.27, No.8, p.39-46. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: analysis of accident causes; disasters; emergency organization; escape organization; explosion protection; fire exit drills; fire fighting; fire protection; legislation; major hazards; management failure; offshore oil extraction; permits-to-work; plant safety organization; responsibilities of employers; safety training in industry; United Kingdom. (71676)

CIS 98-1433 Solvent recovery equipment: Health and safety guidelines. Publications Section, Ministry of Labour, 400 University Ave, 9th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M7A 1T7, Canada, May 1996. 8p. 9 ref., ISBN 0-7778-5269-1 (In English)

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Topics: Canada; data sheet; electrical equipment; elimination of spills; exhaust ventilation; fire protection; handling and storage; organic solvents; recovery of substances; sources of ignition; training material. (71775)

CIS 98-1434 Chemical warehousing - The storage of packaged dangerous substances. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. v, 62p. Illus. 111 ref. Price: GBP 9.50., ISBN 0-7176-1484-0 (In English)

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Topics: caustic substances; classification; containment of spills; dangerous substances; emergency organization; explosion prevention; explosion protection; explosive substances; fire fighting; fire prevention; fire protection; flammable substances; glossary; hazard evaluation; information of personnel; legislation; permits-to-work; plant and process modifications; safe layout; safety guides; segregation; sources of ignition; storage; toxic substances; United Kingdom; warehousing. (71783)

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CIS 98-1435 Reduction of noise exposure of staff in a metal packaging production workshop - An extension of the RaysCad+ software. (French: Réduction de l'exposition sonore du personnel d'un atelier de fabrication d'emballages métalliques - Une extension du logiciel RaysCad+) Danière P., Majourel M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, Note No.2061-168-97, p.463-471. Illus. 4 ref. (In French)

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Topics: computer simulation; exposure evaluation; France; implementation of control measures; job-exposure relation; machinery; mathematical models; metalworking industry; noise charts; noise control; noise level measurement; noise level; sound attenuation; sound propagation. (71407)

CIS 98-1436 Noise control - Regulatory framework for the selection of hearing protectors. (Spanish: Control del ruido - Marco normativo para la selección de protectores auditivos) Alvarez Brime C., Gómez-Cano Hernández M., Lezcano Núñez V.M., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.110, p.26-33. Illus. 10 ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: comment on directive; comment on standard; hearing protection; legislation; noise control; noise level; selection of equipment; sound attenuation; Spain. (71568)

CIS 98-1437 Comparison of different measures for hand-arm vibration exposure. Burström L., Lundström R., Hagberg M., Nilsson T., Safety Science, Feb. 1998, Vol.28, No.1, p.3-14. Illus. 17 ref. (In English)

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Topics: comment on standard; comparative study; energy absorption; evaluation of technique; exposure evaluation; hand-arm vibration; length of exposure; power-driven hand tools; vibration acceleration; vibration dosimetry; vibration intensity; vibration measurement. (71741)

CIS 98-1438 Portable equipment for field measurement of the hand's absorption of vibration energy. Burström L., Lundström R., Safety Science, Feb. 1998, Vol.28, No.1, p.15-20. Illus. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: comment on standard; description of equipment; energy absorption; evaluation of technique; hand-arm vibration; power-driven hand tools; vibration measurement; vibration transmission. (71742)

CIS 98-1439 Neurological and functional effects of short-term exposure to hand-arm vibration. Malchaire J., Rodriguez Diaz L.S., Piette A., Gonçalves Amaral F., de Schaetzen D., International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health, June 1998, Vol.71, No.4, p.270-276. Illus. 25 ref. (In English)

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Topics: grip strength; hand-arm vibration; manual dexterity; mathematical models; nervous conduction; neurological effects; neuromuscular disorders; paresis; short-term exposure; vibration perception threshold. (71818)

CIS 98-1440 Objective assessment of ocular and respiratory alterations in employees in a sick building. Muzi G., Dell'Omo M., Abbritti G., Accattoli P., Fiore M.C., Gabrielli A.R., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 1998, Vol.34, No.1, p.79-88. Illus. 57 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air-conditioned premises; allergens; epidemiologic study; eye irritation; inflammatory diseases of the eye; irritants; Italy; offices; respiratory function tests; respiratory impairment; sick building syndrome; skin tests. (71716)

CIS 98-1441 Estimating magnetic field exposures of rail maintenance workers. Wenzl T.B., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Sep. 1997, Vol.58, No.9, p.667-671. Illus. 11 ref. (In English)

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Topics: detection of magnetic fields; electric current; electromagnetic fields; exposure evaluation; magnetic fields; maintenance and repair; rail transport; USA. (71426)

CIS 98-1442 Investigation into the conditions of use of industrial radiofrequency and microwave furnaces in Spain and their effects on health. (Spanish: Estudio de las condiciones de utilización de hornos industriales de radiofrecuencias y microondas en España y sus efectos sobre la salud) San Martín Ferrer D., Salud y trabajo, 1995, No.109, p.25-31. Illus. 8 ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics: electromagnetic fields; exposure evaluation; health hazards; industrial furnaces; radiation monitoring; radiofrequency radiation; Spain. (71567)

CIS 98-1443 Study of human neurovegetative and hematologic effects of environmental low-frequency (50-Hz) electromagnetic fields produced by transformers. Bonhomme-Faivre L., Marion S., Bezie Y., Auclair H., Fredj G., Hommeau C., Archives of Environmental Health, Mar.-Apr. 1998, Vol.53, No.2, p.87-92. Illus. 21 ref. (In English)

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Topics: electromagnetic fields; epidemiologic study; fatigue; France; haematological effects; immunobiological changes; neurovegetative disorders; subjective assessment; transformers. (71602)

CIS 98-1444 Cancer in the offspring of radiation workers. Alexander F., Busby C., Cato M.S., Stewart A., Draper G.J., Little M.P., Sorahan T., Kinlen L.J., British Medical Journal, 30 May 1998, Vol.316, No.7145, p.1672-1673. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cancer; children; epidemiological aspects; infectious diseases; ionizing radiation; leukaemia; occupation disease relation; parental exposure; radiation cancer; radioactive substances; United Kingdom. (71671)

CIS 98-1445 Occupational electric and magnetic field exposure and brain cancer - A meta-analysis. Kheifets L.I., Afifi A.A., Buffler P.A., Zhang Z.W., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 1995, Vol.37, No.12, p.1327-1341. Illus. 66 ref. (In English)

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Topics: brain cancer; electric fields; epidemiologic study; exposure evaluation; literature survey; magnetic fields. (71755)

CIS 98-1446 Occupational electric and magnetic field exposure and leukemia - A meta-analysis. Kheifets L.I., Afifi A.A., Buffler P.A., Zhang Z.W., Matkin C.C., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.39, No.11, p.1074-1091. Illus. 82 ref. (In English)

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Topics: electric fields; epidemiologic study; exposure evaluation; leukaemia; literature survey; magnetic fields. (71759)

CIS 98-1447 Impact vibration and hand-arm vibration syndrome. Pelmear P.L., Wills M., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.39, No.11, p.1092-1096. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: blanking presses; case study; diagnosis; hand-arm vibration; Raynaud's phenomenon; resistance welding; vibration disease. (71760)

CIS 98-1448 Hands-on testing. Hewitt S., Occupational Safety and Health, Aug. 1997, Vol.27, No.8, p.15-21. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: chain saws; comfort criteria; comment on standard; equipment testing; grinding machines; hand-arm vibration; pneumatic picks; selection of equipment; vibration frequency; vibration measurement; vibration protective gloves; vibration transmission. (71675)

CIS 98-1449 Pooled analysis of cancer mortality cases among the employees in five units of the Department of Atomic Energy in India. Nambi K.S.V., Mayya Y.S., Indian Journal of Cancer, Sep. 1997, Vol.34, No.3, p.99-106. Illus. 17 ref. (In English)

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Topics: dosimetry; exposure evaluation; India; latency; mortality; nuclear power stations; radiation cancer; radiation monitoring; statistical evaluation; survey. (71604)

CIS 98-1450 High fliers. Bagshaw M., Radiological Protection Bulletin, July 1998, No.203, p.10-13. 8 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air transport; cosmic rays; dosimetry; European Communities; exposure evaluation; high altitude; permissible radiation doses; radiation monitoring. (71681)

CIS 98-1451 Noise in the workplace. (French: Le bruit en milieu de travail) Soudry C., Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, June 1996. 15p. Illus. 20 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0032-1 (In French)

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Topics: audiometric tests; France; hearing protection; information of personnel; legislation; limitation of exposure; machinery; medical supervision; noise control; noise level; responsibilities of employers; safety by design; supply of information. (71437)

CIS 98-1452 High acceleration events in industrial exposure to whole-body vibration. Sandover J., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1997. 148p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Price: GBP 43.00., ISBN 0-7176-1361-5 (In English)

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Topics: acceleration; backache; buses; drivers; earthmoving equipment; fork-lift trucks; literature survey; lumbar column; report; tractors; United Kingdom; vehicle suspensions; vibration frequency; whole-body vibration. (71547)

CIS 98-1453 Ultraviolet radiation - An authoritative scientific review of environmental and health effects of UV, with reference to global ozone layer depletion. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1994. xvi, 352p. Illus. Approx. 800 ref. Price: CHF 51.00 (CHF 35.70 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157160-8 (In English)

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Topics: biological effects; cataract; conjunctivitis; criteria document; dose equivalent; dosimetry; environmental pollution; erythema; immunobiological changes; inflammatory diseases of the eye; IPCS; keratitis; literature survey; melanoma; non-ionizing radiation; permissible radiation doses; personal protective equipment; photosensitization dermatitis; skin cancer; skin protection; solar radiation; ultraviolet radiation. (71613)

CIS 98-1454 A review of electromagnetic fields associated with motorised appliances. Maslanyi M.P., Allen S.G., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. iv, 20p. Illus. 23 ref. Price: GBP 15.00., ISBN 0-7176-1571-5 (In English)

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Topics: electrical equipment; electromagnetic fields; exposure evaluation; literature survey; magnetic measurements; report; United Kingdom. (71710)

CIS 98-1455 Occupational exposure to ionizing radiation 1990-1996 - Analysis of doses reported to the Health and Safety Executive's Central Index of Dose Information. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 38p. Illus. 27 ref. (In English)

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Topics: computerized data bases; exposure evaluation; ionizing radiation; legislation; list of occupations; permissible radiation doses; report; statistical trends; statistics; United Kingdom. (71828)

CIS 98-1456 Mechanical vibration and shock - Hand-arm vibration - Method for measuring the vibration transmissibility of resilient materials when loaded by the hand-arm system. (French: Vibrations et chocs mécaniques - Vibrations main-bras - Méthode pour mesurer le facteur de transmission des vibrations par les matériaux résilients chargés par le système main-bras) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1998. iii, 11p. 4 ref. (In English, French)

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Topics: exposure evaluation; hand-arm vibration; ISO; materials testing; standard; vibration damping materials; vibration measurement; vibration transmission. (71587)

CIS 98-1457 Noise in engineering. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, May 1998. 2p. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: audiology; data sheet; hearing loss; hearing protection; legislation; machinery industry; noise control; noise level; noise measurement; responsibilities of employers; United Kingdom. (71766)

CIS 98-1458 Health risks from hand-arm vibration - Advice for employers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 15p. Illus. 7 ref. (In English)

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Topics: check lists; hand-arm vibration; hazard evaluation; health hazards; information of personnel; legislation; limitation of exposure; medical supervision; Raynaud's phenomenon; responsibilities of employers; safety by design; safety guides; supply of information; United Kingdom; vibrating tools; vibration control. (71822)

CIS 98-1459 Health risks from hand-arm vibration - Advice for employees and the self-employed. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 8p. Illus. 4 ref. (In English)

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Topics: hand-arm vibration; health hazards; limitation of exposure; Raynaud's phenomenon; responsibilities of employees; safety guides; small enterprises; United Kingdom; vibrating tools. (71823)

CIS 98-1460 Diving system winches. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 2p. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; diving; equipment testing; lifting equipment; safety by design; safety engineering; United Kingdom; winches. (71575)

CIS 98-1461 Breathing gas management. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 3p. Illus. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; diving; oxygen breathing apparatus; safety engineering; self-contained breathing apparatus; underwater breathing apparatus; United Kingdom. (71576)

CIS 98-1462 Compression chambers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 2p. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; diving; pressure vessels and systems; safe working methods; safety by design; safety engineering; United Kingdom. (71577)

CIS 98-1463 Exposure limits for air diving operations. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 2p. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; decompression tables; diving; limitation of exposure; United Kingdom. (71578)

CIS 98-1464 Maintenance of diving bell hoist ropes. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 4p. 7 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; diving; equipment testing; fatigue testing; lifting equipment; materials testing; preventive maintenance; safety checks; United Kingdom; wear testing; wire ropes. (71579)

CIS 98-1465 Bell run and bell lock-out times, and bell run times in relation to habitats. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. 2p. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; diving; hours of work; underwater construction; United Kingdom; work-rest schedules. (71580)

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CIS 98-1466 Slips, trips and falls in different work groups with reference to age. Kemmlert K., Lundholm L., Safety Science, Feb. 1998, Vol.28, No.1, p.59-75. Illus. 28 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident absenteeism; age-linked differences; analysis of accident causes; falls from heights; falls of persons; falls on the level; ladders; older workers; risk factors; sex-linked differences; slippery floors; survey; Sweden. (71745)

CIS 98-1467 Preventing slips and trips in the food industry. Le Poidevin J., Health and Safety at Work, Mar. 1997, Vol.19, No.3, p.16-18. Illus. 5 ref. (In English)

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Topics: comment on directive; falls on the level; flooring; food industry; housekeeping; safety shoes; slippery floors. (71780)

CIS 98-1468 Short communication: Increasing seat belt usage in logging machinery. Sullman M.J.M., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, May 1998, Vol.21, No.5, p.397-405. Illus. 17 ref. (In English)

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Topics: comfort criteria; design of equipment; logging and forestry operations; logging equipment; safety belts; warning lights. (71635)

CIS 98-1469 Fall-related deaths in the construction industry. Janicak C.A., Journal of Safety Research, Spring 1998, Vol.29, No.1, p.35-42. 14 ref. (In English)

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Topics: causes of accidents; construction work; falls from heights; fatalities; job-exposure relation; mortality; protection against falls from heights; survey; USA. (71698)

CIS 98-1470 Ensuring the safety of scaffolding. Johnson R., Safety and Health Practitioner, Jan. 1998, Vol.16, No.1, p.42-44. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: construction equipment; erection and dismantling; inspection; legislation; qualifications; scaffolds; United Kingdom. (71778)

CIS 98-1471 Light roofing plates - Test methods and safety coefficients. (French: Plaques de couverture - Méthodes d'essais et coefficients de sécurité) Paureau J., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1997, No.168, Note No.2060-168-97, p.453-461. Illus. 12 ref. (In French)

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Topics: building materials; building panels; France; impact strength; impact testing; materials testing; mathematical models; roofs; safety factors; theoretical analysis. (71406)

CIS 98-1472 Fault injection: A technique for the validation of the safety of complex electronic systems. Vigneron C., Institut national de recherche et de sécurité (INRS), 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, Aug. 1997. 40p. Illus. 34 ref. (In English)

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Topics: computer simulation; description of technique; electronic equipment; equipment testing; France; report; safety analysis. (71555)

CIS 98-1473 Safety of transport and machinery - A survey of maintenance accidents attributed to technological failings. Male G.E., Health and Safety Executive, Directorate of Science and Technology, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Feb. 1998. iii, 35p. 3 ref. (In English)

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Topics: analysis of accident causes; causes of accidents; in-plant transport; industrial trucks; machinery; maintenance and repair; mechanical hazards; occupational accidents; report; safety devices; tractors; United Kingdom. (71784)

CIS 98-1474 Shovel loaders. (French: Chargeuses pelleteuses) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, 2nd ed., Sep. 1996. 82p. Illus. 11 ref., ISBN 2-85599-479-9 (In French)

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Replaces CIS 86-1138. Topics: comment on law; earthmoving equipment; France; loaders; periodical checks; power shovels; preventive maintenance; safe working methods; safety guides; training material. (71440)

CIS 98-1475 Safety of construction plant - A survey of standards and accidents associated with earth moving machinery. Male G.E., Health and Safety Executive, Directorate of Science and Technology, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1998. ii, 26p. 4 ref. (In English)

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Topics: analysis of accident causes; comment on standard; construction equipment; dumpers; earthmoving equipment; excavators; graders; loaders; occupational accidents; pipelaying; report; scrapers; soil compacting equipment; trenching and excavating; United Kingdom. (71785)

CIS 98-1476 Safeguarding 3 roll bending machines. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Rev.ed., 1997. 2p. Illus. 4 ref. (In English)

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Topics: brakes; data sheet; emergency stop devices; entanglement; mechanical hazards; roll machines; safe working methods; safety devices; trip guards; United Kingdom. (71571)

CIS 98-1477 Buying new machinery. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 12p. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: approval; check lists; dangerous equipment; data sheet; European Communities; legislation; machinery; marking; safety by design; selection of equipment; supply of information; United Kingdom. (71809)

CIS 98-1478 Supplying new machinery. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. 12p. 4 ref. (In English)

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Topics: approval; dangerous equipment; data sheet; European Communities; legislation; machinery; marking; safety by design; supply of information; United Kingdom. (71810)

CIS 98-1479 Gas cylinders - Valve protection caps and valve guards for industrial and medical gas cylinders - Design, construction and tests. (French: Bouteilles à gaz - Chapeaux fermés et chapeaux ouverts de protection des robinets de bouteilles à gaz industriels et médicaux - Conception, construction et essais) International Organization for Standardization, Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1998. iv, 9p. Illus. (In English, French)

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Topics: equipment testing; gas cylinders; ISO; safety by design; safety devices; standard; valves. (71684)

CIS 98-1480 Steam boiler blowdown systems. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. 7p. Illus. 11 ref. Price: GBP 4.00., ISBN 0-7176-1533-2 (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; legislation; pressure vessels and systems; preventive maintenance; protection against overpressure; safety by design; steam boilers; United Kingdom. (71706)

CIS 98-1481 Safety at autoclaves. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. 6p. 18 ref. Price: GBP 4.00., ISBN 0-7176-1534-0 (In English)

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Topics: autoclaves; data sheet; explosion hazards; inspection; interlock protection; legislation; pressure vessels; pressure-vessel doors; preventive maintenance; safety by design; safety engineering; safety valves; scalds; United Kingdom. (71707)

CIS 98-1482 Compressed air safety. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Mar. 1998. iv, 40p. Illus. 10 ref. Price: GBP 7.50., ISBN 0-7176-1531-6 (In English)

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Topics: air pressure vessels; comment on standard; compressed air; compressors; cooling systems; information of personnel; interlock protection; noise control; pipes and fittings; pneumatic power transmission; pneumatic tools; pressure vessels and systems; preventive maintenance; safe layout; safety checks; safety guides; United Kingdom; valves. (71787)

CIS 98-1483 Safe use of agricultural mowers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, May 1998. 2p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural equipment; data sheet; legislation; mechanical hazards; rotary mowers; safe working methods; United Kingdom. (71765)

CIS 98-1484 Fatal traction: Practical advice on avoiding agricultural transport accidents. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, June 1998. 16p. Illus. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: accident descriptions; agricultural operations; children; fatalities; logging and forestry operations; mechanical hazards; occupational accidents; overhead electric lines; preventive maintenance; safety guides; tractors; United Kingdom; visibility. (71768)

CIS 98-1485 Handling and stacking bales in agriculture. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Feb. 1998. 15p. Illus. 11 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agriculture; bale handling; handling and stacking; legislation; lifting equipment; loading and unloading; manual handling; materials handling; safety guides; tractors; trailers; United Kingdom. (71825)

CIS 98-1486 Loading cranes. (French: Grues de chargement) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris cedex 14, France, 2nd ed., Dec. 1996. 79p. Illus., ISBN 2-85599-755-5 (In French)

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Replaces CIS 88-1718. Topics: comment on law; equipment testing; France; hand signalling; loading and unloading; mobile cranes; preventive maintenance; safe working methods; safety checks; safety guides; training material; truck-mounted cranes. (71439)

CIS 98-1487 Construction (Head Protection) Regulations 1989 - Guidance on Regulations. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 1998. iii, 18p. Illus. Price: GBP 5.50., ISBN 0-7176-1478-6 (In English)

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Topics: comment on law; construction sites; head protection; legislation; safety helmets; supply of personal protective equipment; United Kingdom. (71705)

CIS 98-1488 Rotary knife wood turning lathes: Safeguarding and reducing risks to health. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 1994. 4p. Illus. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: acoustic enclosure; data sheet; dust control; exhaust ventilation; interlock protection; lathes (woodworking); mechanical hazards; noise control; preventive maintenance; respirators; safety devices; United Kingdom; wood dust; woodworking industry; woodworking machines. (71572)

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CIS 98-1489 After the deluge. Larkin B., Safety and Health Practitioner, July 1998, Vol.16, No.7, p.46-47. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: bacteria; biological hazards; cleaning; flooding; health hazards; humidity; microorganisms; moulds; mycotoxins; personal protective equipment; sewage. (71677)

CIS 98-1490 Building-associated pulmonary disease from exposure to Stachybotrys chartarum and Aspergillus versicolor. Hodgson M.J., Morey P., Leung W.Y., Morrow L., Miller D., Jarvis B.B., Robbins H., Halsey J.F., Storey E., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Mar. 1998, Vol.40. No.3, p.241-249. Illus. 54 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air conditioning; buildings; determination in air; fungi; humidity; lung diseases; moulds; occupational health survey; offices; respiratory function tests; sick building syndrome; USA. (71748)

CIS 98-1491 Improved methods for generation, sampling and recovery of biological aerosols in filter challenge tests. McCullough N.V., Brosseau L.M., Vesley D., Vincent J.H., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.234-241. Illus. 25 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aerosols; air purifying respirators; bacteria; description of technique; evaluation of technique; filtration efficiency; particle size determination; sampling and analysis; test aerosol generation. (71733)

CIS 98-1492 Epidemiologic features of Schistosoma japonicum among fishermen and other occupational groups in the Dongting Lake region (Hunan Province) of China. Ross A.G.P., Yuesheng L., Sleigh A.S., Yi L., Williams G.M., Wu W.Z., Xinsong L., Yongkang H., McManus D.P., American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 1997, Vol.57, No.3, p.302-308. Illus. 35 ref. (In English)

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Topics: age-linked differences; China; diarrhoea; epidemiologic study; fishing; frequency rates; hepatomegalia; morbidity; parasitic diseases; schistosomiasis; sex-linked differences. (71429)

CIS 98-1493 Septic arthritis of the knee caused by Edwardsiella tarda after a catfish puncture wound. Ashford R.U., Sargeant P.D., Lum G.D., Medical Journal of Australia, 4 May 1998, Vol.168, p.443-444. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: acute poisoning; arthritis; Australia; case study; fishing; injection injuries; pathogenic bacteria. (71603)

CIS 98-1494 Assessing airborne aflatoxin B₁ during on-farm grain handling activities. Selim M.I., Juchems A.M., Popendorf W., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.252-256. 31 ref. (In English)

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Topics: aflatoxins; agricultural operations; airborne dust; Aspergillus flavus; description of equipment; description of technique; determination in air; exposure evaluation; grain dust; health hazards; high-pressure liquid chromatography; job-exposure relation; respirable dust; sampling and analysis. (71735)

CIS 98-1495 Occupational risk of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection in hospital workers. Boudreau A.Y., Baron S.L., Steenland N.K., Van Gilder T.J., Decker J.A., Galson S.K., Seitz T., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.528-534. Illus. 22 ref. (In English)

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Topics: cohort study; contagion; health care personnel; hospitals; infection control; tuberculin test; tuberculosis; USA. (71799)

CIS 98-1496 Cost-effectiveness of chemoprophylaxis after occupational exposure to HIV. Pinkerton S.D., Holtgrave D.R., Pinkerton H.J., Archives of Internal Medicine, 22 Sep. 1997, Vol.157, p.1972-1980. Illus. 63 ref. (In English)

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Topics: antiviral agents; biological hazards; cost-benefit analysis; economic aspects; health care personnel; immunodeficiency syndrome; infection control; mathematical models; prophylaxis; USA. (71428)

CIS 98-1497 The occurrence of percutaneous injuries to health care workers: A cross sectional survey in seven Swiss hospitals. Luthi J.C., Dubois-Arber F., Iten A., Maziero A., Colombo C., Jost J., Francioli P., Schweizerische medizinische Wochenschrift - Journal suisse de médecine, Apr. 1998, Vol.128, No.14, p.536-543. 32 ref. (In English)

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Topics: biological hazards; frequency rates; health care personnel; hospitals; injection injuries; nursing personnel; questionnaire survey; risk factors; severity rates; Switzerland. (71607)

CIS 98-1498 Reducing the risk of nosocomial HIV infection in British health workers working overseas: Role of post-exposure prophylaxis. Gilks C.F., Wilkinson D., British Medical Journal, 11 Apr. 1998, No.7138, p.1158-1160. Illus. 9 ref. (In English)

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Topics: biological hazards; economic aspects; health care personnel; immunodeficiency syndrome; infection control; injection injuries; prophylaxis. (71695)

CIS 98-1499 Prevention of needle-stick injury by the scooping-resheathing method. Froom P., Kristal-Boneh E., Melamed S., Shalom A., Ribak J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 1998, Vol.34, No.1, p.15-19. 38 ref. (In English)

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Topics: biological hazards; health care personnel; hospitals; information of personnel; injection injuries; Israel; questionnaire survey; safe working methods. (71712)

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CIS 98-1500 Trunk muscle use during pulling tasks: Effects of a lifting belt and footing conditions. Lavender S.A., Chen S.H., Li Y.C., Andersson G.B.J., Human Factors, Mar. 1998, Vol.40, No.1, p.159-172. Illus. 20 ref. (In English)

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Topics: back belts; electromyography; flooring; lumbar column; manual handling; measurement of load on muscles; physical workload; pulling tasks; slippery floors; work posture. (71693)

CIS 98-1501 Evaluation of spinal loading during lowering and lifting. Davis K.G., Marras W.S., Waters T.R., Clinical Biomechanics, Apr. 1998, Vol.13, No.3, p.141-152. Illus. 37 ref. (In English)

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Topics: electromyography; manual lifting; measurement of load on muscles; physical workload; spinal column; work posture. (71694)

CIS 98-1502 Colour vision: Dangers at work. Voke J., Safety and Health Practitioner, Jan. 1998, Vol.16, No.1, p.28-30. Illus. (In English)

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Topics: colour vision deficiency; handicapped workers; occupational safety; vision tests. (71777)

CIS 98-1503 Thermal responses at three low ambient temperatures: Validation of the duration limited exposure index. Gavhed D.C.E., Holmér I., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, June 1998, Vol.21, No.6, p.465-474. Illus. 28 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air temperature; body-core temperature; cold workplaces; comment on standard; energy metabolism; insulating clothing; isometric exercise; length of exposure; permissible levels; pulse rate; regulation of body temperature; skin temperature; thermal balance; thermal comfort. (71637)

CIS 98-1504 Association of occupational and non-occupational risk factors with the prevalence of self-reported carpal tunnel syndrome in a national survey of the working population. Tanaka S., Wild D.K., Cameron L.L., Freund E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.550-556. 34 ref. (In English)

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Topics: age-linked differences; body weight; carpal-tunnel syndrome; hand tools; hand; non-occupational factors; race-linked differences; repetitive work; risk factors; sex-linked differences; smoking; subjective assessment; survey; USA; vibrating tools; work posture; wrist. (71800)

CIS 98-1505 Respirator performance ratings for speech intelligibility. Coyne K.M., Johnson A.T., Yeni-Komshian G.H., Dooly C.R., American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal, Apr. 1998, Vol.59, No.4, p.257-260. 6 ref. (In English)

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Topics: comparative study; evaluation of equipment; respirators; speech intelligibility. (71736)

CIS 98-1506 Coxarthrosis and farm work: A case-referent study. Thelin A., Jansson B., Jacobsson B., Ström H., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Nov. 1997, Vol.32, No.5, p.497-501. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: agricultural operations; case-control study; length of exposure; occupation disease relation; osteoarthritis; radiological diagnosis; Sweden. (71797)

CIS 98-1507 Postural assessment of building industry tasks using the Ovako Working Posture Analysing System. Monk V., Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand, Apr. 1998, Vol.14, No.2, p.149-155. Illus. 11 ref. (In English)

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Topics: building industry; classification; construction work; ergonomic evaluation; job-exposure relation; manual handling; work posture. (71813)

CIS 98-1508 Work organization is significantly associated with upper extremities musculoskeletal disorders among employees engaged in interactive computer-telephone tasks of an international bank subsidiary in São Paulo, Brazil. Ferreira M., de Souza Conceição G.M., Nascimento Saldiva P.H., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 1997, Vol.31, No.4, p.468-473. 26 ref. (In English)

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Topics: banking and insurance; Brazil; computer terminals; epidemiologic study; hand; intensity of work; musculoskeletal diseases; repetitive strain injury; risk factors; speed of work; telephone communications; upper extremity disorders; work organization; work-rest schedules; wrist. (71667)

CIS 98-1509 Prevalence of upper extremity symptoms and possible risk factors in workers handling paper currency. Holness D.L., Beaton D., House R.A., Occupational Medicine, May 1998, Vol.48, No.4, p.231-236. 21 ref. (In English)

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Topics: banking and insurance; ergonomics; neuropsychic stress; questionnaire survey; repetitive strain injury; repetitive work; risk factors; shoulder; speed of work; stress factors; upper extremities; upper extremity disorders; work organization; wrist. (71724)

CIS 98-1510 Participatory ergonomics for reducing load and strain in home care work. Pohjonen T., Punakallio A., Louhevaara V., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, May 1998, Vol.21, No.5, p.345-352. Illus. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: ergonomic evaluation; ergonomics; Finland; health care personnel; physical workload; social aspects; subjective assessment; work capacity; work posture; workers participation. (71631)

CIS 98-1511 Upper limb work-related musculoskeletal disorders among newspaper employees: Cross-sectional survey results. Polanyi M.F.D., Cole D.C., Beaton D.E., Chung J., Wells R., Abdolell M., Beech-Hawley L., Ferrier S.E., Mondloch M.V., Shields S.A., Smith J.M., Shannon H.S., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Dec. 1997, Vol.32, No.6, p.620-628. 49 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Canada; computer terminals; cross-sectional study; elbow; ergonomics; hand; human factors; journalism; keyboard operations; musculoskeletal diseases; neck disorders; repetitive strain injury; risk factors; shoulder; social aspects; speed of work; upper extremity disorders; work organization; work posture; wrist. (71670)

CIS 98-1512 Inter-organizational participation and user focus in a large-scale product development programme: The Swedish hand tool project. Kardborn A., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, May 1998, Vol.21, No.5, p.369-381. Illus. 18 ref. (In English)

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Topics: design of equipment; ergonomic evaluation; ergonomics; hand tools; Sweden; workers participation. (71633)

CIS 98-1513 Work schedule and task factors in upper-extremity fatigue. Rosa R.R., Bonnet M.H., Cole L.L., Human Factors, Mar. 1998, Vol.40, No.1, p.150-158. Illus. 32 ref. (In English)

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Topics: assembly-line work; fatigue; night work; shift work; upper extremity disorders; work time schedules; work-rest schedules. (71692)

CIS 98-1514 Effect of forward rapidly rotating shift work on circadian rhythms of arterial pressure, heart rate and oral temperature in air traffic controllers. Stoynev A.G., Minkova N.K., Occupational Medicine, Feb. 1998, Vol.48, No.2, p.75-79. 38 ref. (In English)

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Topics: air traffic control; arterial blood pressure; biological rhythms; body temperature; Bulgaria; circadian rhythm; day-night variations; grip strength; mental work capacity; pulse rate; shift work; work capacity; work time schedules. (71761)

CIS 98-1515 Ergonomists, training and occupational health and safety. Montreuil S., Teiger C., eds., Safety Science, July/Aug. 1996, Vol.23, No.2/3, p.79-198. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Special issue devoted to the role of ergonomics training in occupational health and safety. Topics: ergonomic evaluation; ergonomics; job study; programme evaluation; role of management; role of workers organizations; safety and health training; training course; work design; work study. (71881)

CIS 98-1516 Improving shift workers' health and tolerance to shiftwork: Recent advances. Kogi K., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.5-8. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: biological effects; hours of work; ILO; implementation of control measures; individual susceptibility; international agreements; literature survey; medical supervision; night work; shift work; social aspects; work capacity; work organization; workers participation. (71884)

CIS 98-1517 The impact of shift and night work on health. Costa G., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.9-16. 101 ref. (In English)

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Topics: biological effects; cardiovascular disorders; circadian rhythm; gastrointestinal diseases; individual susceptibility; literature survey; night work; occupational accidents; shift work; sickness absenteeism; sleep disturbances; social aspects; stress factors; toxic substances; women. (71885)

CIS 98-1518 Maintaining safety and high performance on shiftwork. Monk T.H., Folkard S., Wedderburn A.I., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.17-23. Illus. 24 ref. (In English)

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Topics: circadian rhythm; commuting accidents; fatigue; human failure; literature survey; safety and productivity; shift work; sleep deprivation; social aspects; work capacity; work organization. (71886)

CIS 98-1519 Occupational health services for shift and night workers. Koller M., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.31-37. 76 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Austria; ILO; information of personnel; international agreements; legislation; literature survey; medical examinations; medical supervision; night work; plant health services; risk factors; shift work; time schedule of examinations; transfer to other work. (71888)

CIS 98-1520 Designing better shift systems. Knauth P., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.39-44. 34 ref. (In English)

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Topics: hours of work; literature survey; night work; shift work; sleep deprivation; social aspects; work organization; work time schedules. (71889)

CIS 98-1521 Risk analysis of occupational factors influencing the development of arthrosis of the knee. Sahlström A., Montgomery F., European Journal of Epidemiology, Sep. 1997, Vol.13, No.6, p.675-679. Illus. 25 ref. (In English)

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Topics: joint diseases; knee lesions; lower extremity disorders; non-occupational factors; obesity; questionnaire survey; risk factors; Sweden; work posture. (71427)

CIS 98-1522 A method for developing biomechanical profiles of hand-intensive tasks. Sommerich C.M., Marras W.S., Parnianpour M., Clinical Biomechanics, June/July 1998, Vol.13, No.4/5, p.261-271. Illus. 31. ref. (In English)

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Topics: body mechanics; design of equipment; electromyography; evaluation of technique; fingers; hand; keyboard operations; measurement of physical workload; muscle contractor activity; musculoskeletal diseases; repetitive work; work posture; wrist. (71549)

CIS 98-1523 A biomechanical study of occupational loads in the shoulder and elbow in dentistry. Finsen L., Christensen H., Clinical Biomechanics, June/July 1998, Vol.13, No.4/5, p.272-279. Illus. 30 ref. (In English)

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Topics: body mechanics; dental services; elbow; electromyography; grip strength; measurement of load on joints; measurement of physical workload; muscle contractor activity; shoulder; work posture. (71550)

CIS 98-1524 The effects of night-time naps on recovery from fatigue following night work. Matsumoto K., Harada M., Ergonomics, May 1994, Vol.37, No.5, p.899-907. Illus. 25 ref. (In English)

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Topics: fatigue; Japan; night work; questionnaire survey; shift work; sleep pattern; subjective assessment; work capacity; workbreaks. (71554)

CIS 98-1525 Shift working in the Chilean Andes (>3600m) and its influence on erythropoietin and the low-pressure system. Gunga H.C., Röcker L., Behn C., Hilderbrandt W., Koralewski E., Rich I., Schobersberger W., Kirsch K., Journal of Applied Physiology: Respiratory, Environmental and Exercise Physiology, 1996, Vol.81, p.846-852. Illus. 29 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Chile; high altitude; hypoxia; intermittent work; physiology of blood; shift work; venous blood pressure. (71597)

CIS 98-1526 Relations among night work, dietary habits, biological measures, and health status. Lasfargues G., Vol S., Cacès E., Le Clésiau H., Lecomte P., Tichet J., International Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 1996, Vol.3, No.2, p.123-134. 32 ref. (In English)

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Topics: circadian rhythm; cross-sectional study; diet; dietary errors; energy metabolism; France; lipid metabolism; metabolic disturbances; night work; obesity; smoking; state of health. (71600)

CIS 98-1527 An isometric predictor for maximum acceptable weight of lift for Chinese men. Lee Y.H., Chen Y.L., Human Factors, Dec. 1996, Vol.38, No.4, p.646-653. Illus. 19 ref. (In English)

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Topics: body mechanics; China; isometric exercise; lifting strength; manual lifting; maximum acceptable weight of lift; prediction; work posture. (71791)

CIS 98-1528 Lumbar motion monitor: A tool for the assessment of occupational low back disorder. Ziebarth B., Noble R., Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand, Apr. 1998, Vol.14, No.2, p.179-186. Illus. 49 ref. (In English)

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Topics: back disorders; backache; ergonomic evaluation; evaluation of technique; field tests; hazard evaluation; lumbar column; manual handling. (71815)

CIS 98-1529 Ageing, physical fitness and shiftwork tolerance. Härmä M., Applied Ergonomics, Feb. 1996, Vol.27, No.1, p.25-29. 45 ref. (In English)

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Topics: age-linked differences; ageing; biological effects; circadian rhythm; fatigue; literature survey; older workers; physical fitness; physical training; shift work; sleep disturbances; work capacity; work organization. (71887)

CIS 98-1530 Musculoskeletal disorders in supermarket cashiers. Mackay C., Burton K., Boocock M., Tillotson M., Dickinson C., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, May 1998. viii, 138p. Illus. 64 ref. Price: GBP 20.00., ISBN 0-7176-0831-X (In English)

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Topics: body mechanics; cashiers and ticket clerks; ergonomic evaluation; ergonomics; frequency rates; hazard evaluation; laser-scanner checkout systems; legislation; literature survey; musculoskeletal diseases; physical workload; psychological effects; questionnaire survey; reach distance; report; seats and working surfaces; sickness absenteeism; subjective assessment; supermarkets; symptoms; United Kingdom; work design; work posture; workplace design. (71769)

CIS 98-1531 Contemporary ergonomics 1998. Hanson M.A., ed., Taylor & Francis, Rankine Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8PR, United Kingdom, 1998. xii, 609p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: GBP 59.95., ISBN 0-7484-0811-8 (In English)

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Proceedings of the annual conference of the Ergonomics Society held in Cirencester, England, 1-3 April 1998. Topics: air traffic control; communications; conference; design of equipment; drivers; ergonomics; fatigue; hand tools; hand-arm vibration; hazard identification; human factors; information of personnel; man-machine interfaces; manual handling; manual lifting; mental stress; mental workload; musculoskeletal diseases; noise; nursing personnel; office work; risk factors; safety by design; seats; shift work; sitting posture; social aspects; standardization; telecommuting; thermal environment; United Kingdom; visual displays; work design; work organization; work posture. (71701)

CIS 98-1532 Work ability index. Tuomi K., Ilmarinen J., Jahkola A., Katajarinne L., Tulkki A., Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Publication Office, Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, 00250 Helsinki, Finland, 2nd ed., 1998. 35p. Illus. 23 ref., ISBN 951-802-186-4 (In English)

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Revised edition of CIS 97-1030. Topics: age-linked differences; assessment of working capacity; description of technique; Finland; mental work capacity; older workers; physical fitness; sex-linked differences; state of health; subjective assessment; work aptitude. (71719)

CIS 98-1533 Ergonomic requirements for office work with visual display terminals (VDTs) - Part 15: Command dialogues. (French: Exigences ergonomiques concernant le travail de bureau avec terminaux à écrans de visualisation (TEV) - Partie 15: Dialogues de type langage de commande) International Organization for Standardization, Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1997. vi, 29p. Illus. 55 ref. (In English, French)

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Topics: CRT display terminals; ergonomics; ISO; man-computer interfaces; office work; standard. (71394)

CIS 98-1534 Ergonomic requirements for office work with visual display terminals (VDTs) - Part 11: Guidance on usability. (French: Exigences ergonomiques pour travail de bureau avec terminaux à écrans de visualisation (TEV) - Partie 11: Lignes directrices relatives à l'utilisabilité) International Organization for Standardization, Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1998. iv, 22p. Illus. 25 ref. (In English, French)

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Topics: computer terminals; CRT display terminals; ergonomics; ISO; man-computer interfaces; office work; standard. (71506)

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CIS 98-1535 The effect of workplace empowerment on staff nurses' occupational mental health and work effectiveness. Laschinger H.K.S., Havens D.S., Journal of Nursing Administration, June 1997, Vol.27, No.6, p.42-50. Illus. 35 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Canada; mental health; mental stress; nursing personnel; psychology of work organization; stress studies; work efficiency; work involving responsibility. (71594)

CIS 98-1536 Job strain, psychological distress and burnout in nurses. Bourbonnais R., Comeau M., Vézina M., Dion G., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 1998, Vol.34, No.1, p.20-28. 50 ref. (In English)

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Topics: Canada; depressive neurosis; health care personnel; health services; hospitals; job dissatisfaction; mental stress; mental workload; overstrain; psychological effects; psychology of work organization; Quebec; questionnaire survey; social aspects; stress factors. (71713)

CIS 98-1537 Burnout as a clinical entity - Its importance in health care workers. Felton J.S., Occupational Medicine, May 1998, Vol.48, No.4, p.237-250. 91 ref. (In English)

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Topics: health care personnel; high-risk groups; hospitals; literature survey; mental stress; neuropsychic stress; overstrain; stress factors. (71725)

CIS 98-1538 Workplace violence in the Union countries: A cause for concern. (French: La violence au travail dans les pays de l'Union: une réalité à prendre au sérieux) Eurogip infos, June 1998, No.20, p.1-3. (In French)

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Topics: European Communities; high-risk groups; human behaviour; information of personnel; neuropsychic stress; psychological effects; traumatic neurosis; violence; women. (71589)

CIS 98-1539 Stress and the quality of life at work in a company in the south of Algeria. (French: Stress et qualité de vie au travail. Diagnostic de situation d'une entreprise du sud algérien) Khebbeb A., Gueroui S., Journal Algérien de Médecine, Nov.-Dec. 1997, Vol.7, No.6, p.263-267. 13 ref. (In French)

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Topics: Algeria; conditions of work; job dissatisfaction; mental stress; psychology of work organization; questionnaire survey; stress evaluation; stress factors. (71601)

CIS 98-1540 A cross-sectional study of self-reported work conditions and psychiatric health in native Swedes and immigrants. Rosmond R., Lapidus L., Björntorp P., Occupational Medicine, July 1998, Vol.48, No.5, p.309-314. 34 ref. (In English)

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Topics: conditions of work; foreign workers; human relations; job dissatisfaction; mental disorders; mental stress; questionnaire survey; sleep disturbances; social aspects; stress factors; Sweden. (71687)

CIS 98-1541 Life events, mood, mental strain and cardiovascular risk factors in Swedish middle-aged men. Data from the Swedish part of the Renault/Volvo Coeur Study. Rose G., Bengtsson C., Dimberg L., Kumlin L., Eriksson B., Occupational Medicine, July 1998, Vol.48, No.5, p.329-336. 46 ref. (In English)

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Topics: alcoholism; blood pressure; blue-collar workers; cardiovascular diseases; mental stress; motor vehicle industry; questionnaire survey; risk factors; serum changes; smoking; social aspects; stress factors; Sweden; white-collar workers. (71689)

CIS 98-1542 Applicability of survey feedback for an occupational health method in stress management. Elo A.L., Leppänen A., Sillanpää P., Occupational Medicine, Apr. 1998, Vol.48, No.3, p.181-188. Illus. 36 ref. (In English)

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Topics: evaluation of technique; job-exposure relation; mental stress; neuropsychic stress; paper and paper products industry; questionnaire survey; stress factors; work organization. (71722)

CIS 98-1543 Rationalization as a key stressor for public sector employees: An organizational case study. McHugh M., Occupational Medicine, Feb. 1998, Vol.48, No.2, p.103-112. Illus. 30 ref. (In English)

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Topics: community services; industrial organization; mental stress; psychological effects; questionnaire survey; social assistance services; social climate; stress factors; subjective assessment; Sweden; work organization. (71764)

CIS 98-1544 Cortisol excretion and illness reporting: A psychophysiological study of business executives at home and at work. Bassett J., Spillane R., Hocking B., Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand, Apr. 1998, Vol.14, No.2, p.135-141. 12 ref. (In English)

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Topics: corticoid excretion; determination in saliva; executives; mental stress; neuropsychic stress; occupation disease relation; questionnaire survey; stress evaluation; stress studies. (71811)

CIS 98-1545 Five-year evaluation of a work stress intervention program. Dollard D., Forgan R., Winefield A., Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand, Apr. 1998, Vol.14, No.2, p.159-165. Illus. 16 ref. (In English)

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Topics: information of personnel; medical supervision; neuropsychic stress; prison services; programme evaluation; psychological and psychiatric services; stress evaluation; work design; workmen's compensation. (71814)

CIS 98-1546 Fighting talk. Steemson J., Occupational Safety and Health, June 1997, Vol.27, No.6, p.16-21. Illus. (In English)

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Violence at work and its management. Topics: high-risk groups; human behaviour; legislation; social aspects; United Kingdom; violence. (71882)

CIS 98-1547 In line of fire. Gates E., Occupational Safety and Health, June 1997, Vol.27, No.6, p.30-34. 4 ref. (In English)

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Causes and effects of bullying at work. Topics: biological effects; bullying; human behaviour; human relations; mental stress; psychological effects; workmen's compensation. (71883)

CIS 98-1548 Workplace trauma and its management - Review of the literature. Rick J., Perryman S., Young K., Guppy A., Hillage J., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Apr. 1998. xiii, 152p. Illus. 327 ref. Price: GBP 44.00., ISBN 0-7176-1552-9 (In English)

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Topics: diagnosis; glossary; high-risk groups; history; literature survey; medico-legal aspects; mental disorders; mental stress; occupational accidents; psychological and psychiatric services; psychological effects; psychological tests; role of management; shock following injury; traumatic neurosis. (71786)

CIS 98-1549 Stress and fatigue: Their impact on health and safety in the workplace. Darby F., Walls C., Occupational Safety and Health Service, Department of Labour, P.O. Box 3705, Wellington, New Zealand, Jan. 1998. 51p. Illus. 74 ref. Price: NZD 20.00., ISBN 0-477-03604-X (In English)

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Topics: biological effects; fatigue; implementation of control measures; job dissatisfaction; legislation; mental stress; mental workload; New Zealand; physical workload; responsibilities of employers; shift work; social aspects; stress factors. (71703)

CIS 98-1550 Help on work-related stress - A short guide. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, Aug. 1998. 12p. 5 ref. (In English)

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Topics: data sheet; hazard evaluation; human relations; job dissatisfaction; mental stress; responsibilities of employers; stress factors; United Kingdom. (71808)

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