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ILO-CIS Bulletin 2001/05CIS 01-1271 --- CIS 01-1570Laws, regulations, directivesCIS 01-1271 Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988 [Australia]. Consolidated copy, as modified till 2001, is in RTF format (approx. 1,286Kb) with CIS. (In English) Internet: This Act relates to the rehabilitation of employees of the Australian federal government (known as the Commonwealth) and of certain corporations, as well as to workers' compensation for those employees and certain other persons. Both occupational injuries and diseases are covered. In addition to provisions concerning the amount of compensation, and payments for rehabilitation expenses, the Act covers in detail all aspects of financing, administration and legal liability related to the issue. (77434)
CIS 01-1272 Federal Act of 13 March 1964 on work in industry, small trades and commerce [Switzerland]. (French: Loi fédérale du 13 mars 1964 sur le travail dans l'industrie, l'artisanat et le commerce (Loi sur le travail) [Suisse]; German: Bundesgesetz vom 13. März 1964 über die Arbeit in Industrie, Gewerbe und Handel (Arbeitsgesetz); Italian: Legge federale del 13 marzo 1964 sul lavoro nell'industria, nell'artigianato e nel commercio (Legge sul lavoro)) PDF version: 33p. (In French, German, Italian) Internet: This is the consolidated version of the Swiss federal Labour Law. In addition to regulating working hours, days of rest and shift work, the Law provides the basic framework for the protection of workers' health: employers are obliged to take all necessary measures, as experience has shown the need for and current technology allows, for the protection of the health and safety of their workers. The employer is also obliged to collaborate with the workers in the achievement of this aim. The Law allows special measures to be taken for the protection of young persons, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and any other category of workers with particular needs. The health protection provisions of the Law apply to all workplaces (private or public) in Switzerland, with the following exceptions: public transportation subject to federal legislation; maritime navigation; agriculture and closely related activities; fishing; private households. Certain categories of workers are also excluded, notably those working for religious establishments, people working for foreign governments and international organizations, aircraft crew, home workers, and travelling sales personnel. (77440)
CIS 01-1273 Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2001 [Swaziland]. Swaziland Government Gazette, 14 Sep. 2001, Vol.39, No.750, p.S2-S40. (In English) Internet: Basic occupational safety and health law in Swaziland, applying to all workplaces in the country, including premises owned or occupied by the government. Contents: interpretation (definitions); appointment and powers of inspectors; duties of employers and self-employed persons; safety and health statements, policies and committees; regulation of workplaces; notification and investigation of occupational accidents and diseases; procedures and miscellaneous. (77523)
CIS 01-1274 Health and Safety - The Health and Safety (Fees) Regulations 2001 [United Kingdom]. The Stationery Office Ltd., P.O. Box 29, Norwich NR3 1GN, United Kingdom (also: book.orders@theso.co.uk), 2001. 31p. Price: GBP 6.00. (In English) Internet: These regulations update and replace previous versions of Health and Safety (Fees) Regulations (last to be abstracted: CIS 00-604). They determine the fees payable by an applicant to the Health and Safety Executive in respect of an application made under various British Acts and Regulations for the approval of protective equipment, safety examinations, licences etc. The regulations also fix the fees to be paid in respect of medical examinations and surveillance by an employment medical adviser, required under certain relevant statutory provisions. These Regulations do not apply in Northern Ireland. (77431)
CIS 01-1275 Ministerial Resolution concerning penalties in case of non-compliance with provisions on the utilization of personal protective equipment [Nicaragua]. (Spanish: Resolución ministerial relativa a las sanciones a adoptar por incumplimiento a las disposiciones del uso de los equipos de protección personal [Nicaragua]) La Gaceta - Diario Oficial (Nicaragua), 6 July 2000, Year CIV, No.128, p.3545-3546. (In Spanish) Internet: This legal instrument defines the conditions for non-compliance by employers and workers with the legal requirements of the wearing of personal protective equipment. (77433)
CIS 01-1276 Decree of 20 Oct. 2000 creating an Intersectorial Commission for the Protection of Workers' Health [Colombia]. (Spanish: Decreto núm. 2140 de 2000 (octubre 20) por el cual se crea la Comisión Intersectorial para la Protección de la Salud de los Trabajadores [Colombia]) Diario Oficial (Colombia), 25 Oct. 2000, Year CXXXVI, No.44.205, p.24. (In Spanish) Internet: This decree establishes a joint commission with members from the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and the Ministry of Health. The tasks of the Commission will be to study the current OSH situation in Colombia, and to make recommendations for improving it. One particular area that requires special attention is to establish mechanisms by which independent workers and workers in the informal sectors may be covered by the general system for protection against occupational hazards. (77435)
CIS 01-1277 Occupational Injury and Illness Recording and Reporting Requirements: Final Rule [USA]. Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Register, 19 Jan. 2001, Vol.66, No.13, p.5916-6135 (only p.5916 and p.6122-6135 kept by CIS). (In English) Internet: This is the latest revision of the rules applying to the recording and reporting of occupational injuries and diseases in the United States (previous abstract: CIS 97-354). It changes the forms used by employers to record these injuries and diseases, with the aim of producing more useful injury and disease records, collect better information about the incidence of occupational accidents and diseases, promote safety awareness by workers, simplify recording and reporting procedures and permit greater use of computers. Effective date of the final rule: 1 Jan. 2002. (77436)
CIS 01-1278 Decree No.2001-1016 of 5 Nov. 2001 concerning the creation of a document on the evaluation of hazards for the safety and health of workers, as foreseen by Article L.230-2 of the Labour Code, and modifying the Labour Code (Part 2: Decrees by the Council of State) [France]. (French: Décret n°2001-1016 du 5 nov. 2001 portant création d'un document relatif à l'évaluation des risques pour la santé et la sécurité des travailleurs, prévue par l'article L.230-2 du code du travail et modifiant le code du travail (2e partie: Décrets en Conseil d'Etat) [France]) Journal officiel de la République française, 7 Nov. 2001, 133th Year, No.258, p.17523. (In French) Internet: This Decree obliges employers to establish and maintain a personal register documenting the hazard evaluation of workers in order to protect their safety and health. These registers must be updated at least once a year, and whenever significant changes occur in the workplace affecting the safety and health conditions of the workers concerned. The register must be made available to everyone concerned with safety and health at the workplace. (77442)
CIS 01-1279 Royal Order of 10 Nov. 2001 concerning the implementation of the Law of 10 Aug. 2001 adapting the insurance against occupational accidents to European Directives on direct insurance, with the exception of life insurance [Belgium]. (Dutch: Koninklijk besluit tot uitvoering van de wet van 10.8.2001 houdende aanpassing van de arbeidsongevallenverzekering aan de Europese richtlijnen betreffende de directe verzekering met uitzondering van de levensverzekering; French: Arrêté royal d'exécution de la loi du 10.8.2001 portant adaptation de l'assurance contre les accidents du travail aux directives européennes concernant l'assurance directe, à l'exception de l'assurance-vie [Belgique]) Moniteur belge - Belgisch Staatsblad, 11 Dec. 2001 (2nd ed.), 171th Year, No.347, p.42556-42565. (In Dutch, French) Internet: This is the implementation order of the Law of 10 Aug. 2001 (see CIS 01-602). It introduces modifications, mostly of a financial or administrative nature, into existing legislation, including the order dated 21 Dec. 1971 implementing the Act of 10 Apr. 1971 on occupational accidents (see CIS 90-701). (77443)
CIS 01-1280 Official Mexican Standard - Personal protective equipment: Selection, use and handling in workplaces [Mexico]. (Spanish: Norma Ofical Mexicana - Equipo de protección personal: Selección, uso y manejo en los centros de trabajo [México]) Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, Diario Oficial de la Federación, 5 Nov. 2001, Vol.DLXXVIII, No.3, p.25-31. 3 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: Contents of this Standard: related standards; definitions; obligations of the employer and of the users of personal protective equipment (PPE); procedures for the use of PPE; testing units. In annex: table presenting a hazard analysis in order to determine the appropriate type of PPE; table presenting the appropriate PPE for different parts of the body. Standards NOM-029/030-STPS-1993 on respiratory protective equipment are repealed. (77444)
CIS 01-1281 Decree-Law No.245/2001 of 8 Sep. 2001 on the reorganization of the National Council for Occupational Health and Safety (CNHST) [Portugal]. (Portuguese: Decreto-Lei n.°245/2001 - Reestruturação do Conselho Nacional de Higiene e Segurança no Trabalho) Diário da República, 8 Sep. 2001, No.209, Series I-A, p.5831-5834. (In Portuguese) Internet: This Decree-Law defines the future functions of the reorganized National Council for Occupational Health and Safety (CNHST) as well as its tripartite composition. Two new commissions are created within the Council: the Prevention Observatory (to perform research into and monitoring of the effectiveness of current safety and health policies of the government) and a Supervisory Committee, to follow up the implementation of certain OSH laws in Portugal. Resolution 204/82 (which created the Council originally, see CIS 94-1805) and Resolutions 12/83 and 50/86 (which modified the preceding) are revoked. (77445)
CIS 01-1282 Decree No.29768-MTSS concerning the partial modification of Executive Decree No.16620-TSS of 4 Nov. 1985 on the Regulations for the internal organisation of the Occupational Health Council [Costa Rica]. (Spanish: Decreto Nº 29768-MTSS - Reforma parcial del Decreto Ejecutivo Nº 16620-TSS del 4-11-1985 denominado "Reglamento para el Régimen Interno del Consejo de Salud Ocupacional" [Costa Rica]) La Gaceta - Diario Oficial (Costa Rica), 10 Sep. 2001, Year CXXIII, No.173, p.5-7. (In Spanish) Internet: This Decree is a modification of the 1985 Decree (see CIS 89-1064) concerning the internal organization, role and financing of the Costa Rican Occupational Health Council. A previous version of this Decree (No.29656-MTSS), published in the La Gaceta on 3 Aug. 2001, is declared invalid. (77446)
CIS 01-1283 Administration and Probate (Dust Diseases) Act 2000 [Australia - Victoria]. Victoria Acts of Parliament, 2000, Vol.1, p.332-336. (In English) Internet: This law (effective 10 May 2000) provides for the possibility of allowing claims for the compensation of dust-related occupational diseases after the death of the claimant. In annex: non-exhaustive list of dust-related conditions covered by the law. (77511)
CIS 01-1284 Ministerial Resolution concerning the reporting of occupational diseases [Nicaragua]. (Spanish: Resolución ministerial relativa a la notificación de las enfermedades profesionales [Nicaragua]) La Gaceta - Diario Oficial (Nicaragua), 6 July 2000, Year CIV, No.128, p.3543-3545. (In Spanish) Internet: This legal instrument quotes the Labour Code (CIS 99-1751) in defining an occupational disease as any pathological condition due to causes connected with factors at work or in the workplace. The Resolution requires the setting up of a national statistical register for occupational diseases, and it requires employers to declare all cases of occupational disease so that the information can be entered into this register. It also foresees preventive activities, to be based on the information obtained from the register. In annex: sample notification form, with explanations. (77432)
CIS 01-1285 Government Decree No.967 of 15 Dec. 2000 approving the Regulations on the investigation and registration of occupational diseases [Russian Federation]. (Russian: Položenie o rassledovanii i učete professional'nyh zabolevanij) Sobranie Zakonodatel'stva Rossijskoj Federacii, 25 Dec. 2000, No.52, p.10069-10076. (In Russian) Internet: This decree defines the means for identifying an occupational disease, provides for procedures for investigating its causes and describes the declaration form. (77437)
CIS 01-1286 Circular No.18/2000/TT-BYT of Oct. 17, 2000 providing guidance on dossiers and procedures for medical evaluation for laborers participating in social insurance [Vietnam]. Ministry of Health, Công Báo - Official Gazette, 31 Jan. 2001, No.4, p.13-18. (In English) Internet: This circular provides for the establishment of medical dossiers for workers injured on the job or suffering from an occupational disease, and for the procedures for their evaluation. (77439)
CIS 01-1287 Ordinance of the Sovereign (OS) No.14.716 of 18 Jan. 2001 modifying OS No.1.857 of 3 Sep. 1958 concerning the organization and operation of occupational medicine [Monaco]. (French: Ordonnance Souveraine [OS] n°14.716 du 18 janv. 2001 modifiant l'O.S. n°1.857 du 3 sept. 1958 relative à l'organisation et au fonctionnement de la médecine du travail, modifiée [Monaco]) Journal de Monaco, 26 Jan. 2001, No.7.479, p.79. (In French) Internet: This Ordinance modifies the 1958 Ordinance on occupational medicine by adding the requirement of specific medical examinations for workers in occupations exposing them to particular hazards. (77441)
CIS 01-1288 Regulation No.80 of 29 March 2001 approving the list of occupational diseases [Bulgaria]. (Bulgarian: Postanovlenie N°80 ot 29 mart 2001 g. za priemane na Spisăk na profesionalnite bolesti) Dăržaven vestnik, 4 Apr. 2001, No.33, p.13-15. (In Bulgarian) Internet: New schedule of occupational diseases. The previous list, issued in 1958, is repealed. (77525)
CIS 01-1289 Regulation No.79 of 29 March 2001 approving the Decree on procedures for recognition, registration, confirmation, appeal and reporting in connection with occupational diseases [Bulgaria]. (Bulgarian: Naredba za reda za săobštavane, registrirane, potvărždavane, obžalvane i otčitane na profesionalnite bolesti) Dăržaven vestnik, 4 Apr. 2001, No.33, p.10-13. (In Bulgarian) Internet: This regulation deals with the administrative procedures to follow after an occupational disease has been diagnosed. (77526)
CIS 01-1290 Ordinance No.615 of 10 Sep. 2001 concerning the organization of occupational medical services [Romania]. (Romanian: Ordin privind organizarea serviciilor de medicina muncii) Monitorul Oficial al României, 3 Oct. 2001, Part I, No.622, p.6-7. (In Romanian) Internet: This regulation defines the duties of occupational medical services, including the organization of and participation in the evaluation of occupational hazards, the carrying out of medical examinations, the supervision of occupational rehabilitation services, and participation in a national information system concerning occupational diseases and accidents. (77530)
CIS 01-1291 Health and safety at quarries - Quarries Regulations 1999 - Approved code of practice. Health and Safety Commission, HSE Books, P.O.Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 1999. vi, 94p. lllus. 51 ref. Price: GBP 9.75., ISBN 0-7176-2458-7 (In English) Internet: This code of practice gives the text of the Quarries Regulations 1999 (see CIS 00-1224) and provides guidance on each regulation. Contents: interpretation of the Regulations and definition of quarry; health and safety management (duty of the person entitled to work the quarry, training, competence, rules, safety and health measures); risk control; additional safety and health requirements (permits to work, safety drills fire and explosion hazard prevention, detection harmful and explosive atmospheres, danger areas); explosives; excavation and tips; duties of employers and persons at work; record keeping and notification of quarry operations; repeals, modifications and revocations. (77558)
CIS 01-1292 Act of 9 Nov. 2000 on maritime safety [Poland]. (Polish: Ustawa z dnia 9 listopada 2000 r. o bezpieczeństwie morskim) Dziennik Ustaw, 13 Dec. 2000, No.109, p.6149-6164. (In Polish) Internet: This law concerns occupational safety in shipbuilding and the operation of ship machinery and equipment. It defines minimum qualifications of personnel at sea, requirements for the composition of crew, and standards for safe navigation and rescue at sea. (77528)
CIS 01-1293 Order No.651 of 29 May 2001 of the Ministry of the Economy concerning occupational safety and health in the production of cellulose, paper and paper products [Poland]. (Polish: Rozporządzenie Ministra Gospodarki z dnia 29 maja 2001 r. w sprawie bezpieczeństwa i higieny pracy przy produkcji masy celulozowej, papieru i wyrobów z papieru) Dziennik Ustaw, 23 June 2001, No.64, p.4655-4656. (In Polish) Internet: This order sets basic safety and health requirements for the pulp and paper industry. (77448)
CIS 01-1294 Royal Order of 25 Jan. 2001 concerning temporary or mobile construction sites [Belgium]. (Dutch: Koninklijk besluit betreffende de tijdelijke of mobiele bouwplaatsen; French: Arrêté royal du 25 janv. 2001 concernant les chantiers temporaires ou mobiles [Belgique]) Moniteur belge - Belgisch Staatsblad, 7 Feb. 2001, 171st Year, No.34, p.3305-3334. (In Dutch, French) Internet: This Order implements in Belgium the provisions of Directive 92/57/EEC (see CIS 93-1062). It provides for the safety of workers on temporary and mobile construction sites, including measures covering: sites where several enterprises are present (coordination of safety efforts on the site; means of coordination); sites with only a single enterprise; measures applicable on all work sites. In annex: minimum general and specific safety and health conditions for construction sites. This Order replaces that analysed under CIS 00-19, which has been annuled by the Council of State. (77522)
CIS 01-1295 Notification No.384 of 2000 concerning genetic technology and the work environment [Denmark]. (Danish: Bekendtgørelse om genteknologi og arbejdsmiljø) Lovtidende A, 6 June 2000, Vol.83, No.382-387, p.2404-2435. (In Danish) Internet: Contents of this notification implementing in Denmark the provisions of Directive 90/219/EEC (see CIS 93-1075): scope (work with genetically modifed organisms (GMOs)); definitions; safety and health evaluations; classification of laboratories using GMOs; notification and approval of research and laboratory projects using GMOs; general safety requirements; exemptions; penalties. In annex: techniques for producing GMOs; classification of laboratories; evaluation methods; notification and approval of projects. Notification No.684 of 11 Oct. 1991 (CIS 94-418) on the same subject, as modified by Notification No.705 of 22 July 1996, is repealed. (77524)
CIS 01-1296 Decree-Law No.290/2001 of 16 Nov. 2001 transposing into national law Council Directive 98/24/EC on chemical safety, and Commission Directives 91/322/EEC and 2000/39/EC on chemical exposure limits [Portugal]. (Portuguese: Decreto-Lei n.°290/2001 ... transpõe para o ordenamento jurídico interno a Dir. 98/24/CE ... relativa à protecção da segurança e da saúde dos trabalhadores contra os riscos ligados à exposição a agentes químicos no local de trabalho, e ... 91/322/CEE e 2000/39/CE ...) Diário da República, 16 Nov. 2001, No.266, Series I-A, p.7330-7334. (In Portuguese) Internet: This Decree-Law, effective 1 Jan. 2002, is issued in accordance with the framework law 441/91 (see CIS 92-708). It implements in Portugal the provisions of Directives 98/24/EC (CIS 98-1094), 91/322/EEC (CIS 92-1427) and 2000/39/EC (CIS 01-966). Contents: definitions; risk evaluation; general and specific preventive measures; exposure measurement; safety of specific operations; accidents, incidents and emergency situations; work installations and equipment; information, training and consultation of workers; information on emergency measures; health monitoring; sanctions. (77449)
CIS 01-1297 Council of State Ordinance No.716 of 3 Aug. 2000 concerning the prevention of work-related cancer [Finland]. (Finnish: Valtioneuvoston asetus työhön liittyvän syöpävaaran torjunnasta; Swedish: Statsrådets förordning om avvärjande av cancerrisk i anslutning till arbete) Finlands författningssamling - Suomen säädöskokoelma, 21 Aug. 2001, p.1869-1875. (In Finnish, Swedish) Internet: This ordinance (effective 1 Sep. 2000) covers the following issues: scope (work with carcinogenic and mutagenic substances); definitions; identification and evaluation of risks; reduced use and substitution; exposure reduction; hygiene and personal protection measures; training and information of personnel; expected and unexpected exposure; medical examinations. In annex: exposure limits for some known carcinogens (benzene, vinyl chloride monomer, hardwood dust). Council of State decisions 355/1982 (of 12 May 1982; on benzene exposure, see CIS 83-421), 1182/1992 (of 26 Nov. 1992; on the reduction of cancer risk at work) and 919/1992 (of 8 Oct. 1992; on vinyl chloride exposure) are repealed. The ordinance is in accordance with the provisions of directive 90/394/EEC on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens at work (see CIS 90-1758), as modified by directives 97/42/EC (see CIS 99-17) and 1999/38/EC (see CIS 00-1516). (77512)
CIS 01-1298 Regulation No.679 of 20 June 2000 modifying Regulation No.242 of 1998 on the use of carcinogenic chemicals at work [Norway]. (Norwegian: Forskrift om endring i forskrift om arbeid med kreftframkallende kjemikalier) Norsk Lovtidend, 2000, Vol.16, Part I, No.679, p.1597-1605. (In Norwegian) Internet: This is the consolidated version of the 1998 Regulation on carcinogens (see CIS 99-12). It covers the following topics: scope; definitions; obligations of employers (risk evaluation, work planning, provision of protective equipment, work place requirements, waste treatment); limitation of the use and elimination of certain substances; training and information of workers; special protective measures (medical supervision). (77513)
CIS 01-1299 Health and Safety - The Biocidal Products Regulations 2001 [United Kingdom]. The Stationery Office, P.O. Box 29, Norwich NR3 1GN, United Kingdom, 2001. 56p. Price: GBP 7.50., ISBN 0-11-028940-4 (In English) Internet: These Regulations (entry into force: 6 Apr. 2001) implement in Great Britain Directive 98/8/EC concerning the placement of biocidal products on the market. The Regulations provide for: requests for authorization or registration of new biocidal products on the market; provisions for the use of new products exclusively in tests and experiments; revocation of authorizations or registrations in certain circumstances; restrictions on sale or use; submitting of information on biocidal products to the National Poisons Information Service; obligations concerning packaging, labelling and advertising; enforcement matters. (77518)
CIS 01-1300 Major Hazard Installation Regulations, 1993 [South Africa]. Department of Labour, Government Gazette - Staatskoerant, 30 July 2001, Vol.433, No.22506, p.2-10. (In English) Internet: Contents of these Regulations: definitions; scope (excludes nuclear installations); obligation to notify the authorities of new major hazard installations; temporary installations; risk assessment; on-site emergency plans; reporting of risk and of emergency occurrences; general duties of suppliers and local governments. (77450)
CIS 01-1301 Government Ordinance No.2/2001 of 17 Jan. 2001 concerning protection against major accidents involving dangerous substances [Hungary]. (Hungarian: A Kormány 2/2001. (I.17.) Korm. rendelete a veszélyes anyagokkal kapcsolatos súlyos balesetek elleni védekezésről) Magyar Közlöny, 30 Jan. 2001, No.6, p.210-213. (In Hungarian) Internet: Contents of this regulation, implementing certain provisions of Act No.LXXIV of 1999 concerning major hazards: definitions; scope (industrial plants where dangerous substances and preparations the quantity of which exceeds certain threshold values are present); scope of action of the bodies responsible for authorization and inspection in connection with the regulation; identification and evaluation of hazards in connection with dangerous activities and major accidents, as well as the safety system designed for their prevention; emergency plans, neighbourhood protection and information of the population. (77529)
CIS 01-1302 Act No.2064-III of 19 Oct. 2000 concerning the physical protection of nuclear installations and materials, radioactive wastes and other sources of ionizing radiation [Ukraine]. (Ukrainian: Zakon Ukraïny - Pro fizyčnyj zahyst jadernyh ustanovok, jadernyh materialiv, radioaktyvnyh vidhodiv, inšyh džerel ionizujučogo vyprominjuvannja) Vidomosti verhovnoï rady Ukraïny, 5 Jan. 2001, No.1, p.2-11. (In Ukrainian) Internet: This law defines the basic principles that the State should apply in its radiation protection policy. In addition, it provides for the creation of a system of vocational training for radiation protection personnel. (77516)
CIS 01-1303 Joint Decree of the Minister of Health and the Head of Agency for Nuclear Power Control - Safety promotion and control over utilization of nuclear power in area of health [Indonesia]. Business News (Indonesia), 17 Nov. 2000, Year XLIV, No.6544, p.19A-20A. (In English) Internet: This Decree establishes a Cooperation Commission in order to supervise the control and safe use of radioactive substances in health-care establishments. (77514)
CIS 01-1304 Government Regulation - Safety and health against utilization of ionizing radiation [Indonesia]. Business News (Indonesia), 22 Nov. 2000, Year XLIV, No.6545/6546, p.1A-6A. (In English) Internet: This Regulation was introduced in order to implement Art.16 of Law No.10/1997 on Nuclear Power. Contents: general provisions; scope and objective; system of dose limitation; establishment of a radiation safety management system; calibration of measuring devices; control of radiation accidents. Government Regulation 11/1975 concerning safety against radiation (see CIS 91-1077) is repealed. (77515)
CIS 01-1305 Nuclear Safety Management: Final Rule [USA]. Department of Energy (DOE), Federal Register, 10 Jan. 2001, Vol.66, No.7, p.1810-1827. (In English) Internet: This Final Rule (effective: 9 Feb. 2001) incorporates in the Nuclear Safety Regulations (10 CFR 830) the modifications made to it since the Interim Final Rule of 10 Oct. 2000. Contents: scope (conduct of DOE contractors and personnel, and of other persons whose activities may affect the safety of DOE nuclear facilities); exclusions; definitions; general requirements; enforcement; recordkeeping; graded approach; establishment of Quality Assurance Programs (QAPs), including the quality assessment criteria these programs must take into consideration; safety basis requirements. In annex: general statement of a Safety Basis Policy. (77517)
CIS 01-1306 Ordinance on Radiation Protection - Modifications of 15 Nov. 2000 [Switzerland]. (French: Ordonnance sur la radioprotection (OraP) - Modifications du 15 nov. 2000 [Suisse]; German: Strahlenschutzverordnung (StSV) - Änderung vom 15. Nov. 2000) Amtliche Sammlung des Bundesrechts - Recueil officiel des lois fédérales, 19 Dec. 2000, No.50, p.2894-2902. (In French, German) Internet: This is a modification of the 1994 Ordinance (see CIS 95-1573). It defines the role of the Federal Commission on Radiation Protection and Radoactivity Monitoring; it provides safety level criteria for the design of installations depending on the frequency of equipment failure (from values ranging from more than once every 10 years to less than once every 10,000 years). In annexe: new list of dose factors for babies, children and adults associated with different radionuclides, on inhalation and on ingestion. The modification became effective on 1 Jan. 2001. (77519)
CIS 01-1307 Grand-Ducal Regulation of 14 Dec. 2000 concerning the protection of the population against the hazards from ionizing radiation [Luxembourg]. (French: Règlement grand-ducal du 14 décembre 2000 concernant la protection de la population contre les dangers résultant des rayonnements ionisants [Luxembourg]) Mémorial - Journal officiel du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, 22 Jan. 2001, No.A-9, p.528-574. Illus. (In French) Internet: This Regulation serves as the basic legislative document dealing with the protection against radiation of the population, and in particular of workers exposed to ionizing radiation at work. It was issued in accordance with Directives 90/641/EURATOM (see CIS 94-18) and 96/29/EURATOM (see CIS 96-1943). Summary: general provisions (scope: all activities or situations where there is potential exposure to ionizing radiation, whether in connection with work or not); classified establishments (classification from the point of view of nature and level of exposure to ionizing radiation); transportation and transit of radioactive substances; nuclear propulsion; dose limits; operational measures for the protection of workers exposed to ionizing radiation of artificial origin; operational measures for the protection of of workers from outside the enterprise exposed to ionizing radiation; operational measures for the protection of workers, apprentices and students exposed to ionizing radiation of natural origin; medical surveillance of exposed workers; protective measures for the safety of the population; measures in case of nuclear emergencies and long-term radiation exposure; warning signs and labels. G.D. regulations of 29 Dec. 1990 (on ionizing radiation) and 17 Aug. 1994 (on fire detectors containing radioactive substances) are repealed. (77520)
CIS 01-1308 Legislative Decree No.257 of 9.5.2001, integrating and modifying Legislative Decree No.241 of 26.5.2000, which updates Directive 96/29/Euratom in the matter of health protection of the population and of workers against the hazards of ionizing radiation [Italy]. (Italian: D.L. 9.5.2001, n.257 - Disposizioni integrative e correttive del decreto legislativo 26.5.2000, n.241, recante attuazione della direttiva 96/29/Euratom in materia di protezione sanitaria della popolazione e dei lavoratori contro i rischi derivanti dalle radiazioni ionizzanti) Gazzetta ufficiale, 4 July 2001, 142nd Year, No.153, Part I, p.9-25. (In Italian) Internet: This Decree introduces modifications into the text of L.D. No.230 of 17 Mar. 1995 (see CIS 96-1202) concerning ionizing radiation. The modifications concern principally the limitation of activities involving products that contain radioactive substances and the classification of workers according their exposure to them. In annex: modified tables of radioactive isotopes with corresponding exposure limits on inhalation and ingestion. (77521)
CIS 01-1309 Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens; Needlestick and Other Sharps Injuries: Final Rule [USA]. Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Register, 18 Jan. 2001, Vol.66, No.12, p.5318-5325. (In English) Internet: This is a revision of the Bloodborne Pathogens standard (for 1991 original, see CIS 93-371) in conformity with the requirements of the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act. New examples have been included in the definition of engineering controls, along with two new definitions (needleless systems and sharps with engineered sharps injury protections). In addition, employers who are required to establish an Exposure Control Plan must document how the Plan is implemented. Certain employers are also required to establish and maintain a log of percutaneous injuries from contaminated sharps. (77438)
CIS 01-1310 Code of Good Practice on key aspects of HIV/AIDS and employment [South Africa]. Department of Labour, Government Gazette - Staatskoerant, 1 Dec. 2000, Vol.426, No.22506, p.4-17. (In English) Internet: This Code of Practice was issued in order to set out guidelines for employers and trade unions to the implementation of non-discriminatroy practices for HIV-infected workers. It is to be read in conjunction with other labour legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (see CIS 94-1451), the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (see CIS 94-1452) and the Mine Health and Safety Act (see CIS 96-1928). Summary: promotion of a non-discriminatory work environment; HIV testing (incl. prohibition of compulsory pre-employment testing), confidentiality and voluntary disclosure; promotion of safe workplaces (incl. particular attention to the prevention of HIV transmission in health care professions); compensation for occupationally acquired HIV; employee benefits; dismissal (prohibition of dismissal solely on the basis of HIV/AIDS status); grievance procedures; management of HIV in the workplace; assessing the impact of HIV/AIDS in the workplace; measures to deal with HIV/AIDS in the workplace (incl. the development of HIV/AIDS Policies). In annex: glossary. (77447)
CIS 01-1311 Order of 14 March 2000 of the Minister of Labour and Social Policy concerning occupational safety and health in manual handling [Poland]. (Polish: Rozporządzenie Ministra Pracy i Polityki Społecznej z dnia 14 marca 2000 r. w sprawie bezpieczeństwa i higieny pracy przy ręcznych pracach transportowych) Dziennik Ustaw, 10 Apr. 2000, No.26, p.1569-1573. (In Polish) Internet: This regulation defines the duties and responsibilities of employers with respect to safety and health of workers during manual handling. It specifies requirements for handling performance and maximal admissible weights. (77527)
Chemical data sheets and criteria documentsCIS 01-1312 N,N'-Ethylene bis(stearamide). (French: N,N'-Ethylène bis(stéaramide); Spanish: N,N'-etilene bis(estearamida)) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/products/icsc/index.htm, 1993-1999. Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure route: inhalation. Short-term exposure effects: slight irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. No TLV has been established. (77291)
CIS 01-1313 Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether. (Spanish: 2-(2-Etoxietoxi)etanol) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In Spanish) Internet: Spanish version of IPCS ICSC 0039 (see CIS 91-379, CIS 94-78). International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the eyes. (77292)
CIS 01-1314 Triethylene glycol monoethyl ether. (French: Ether monoéthylique du triéthylène glycol; Spanish: Eter monoetílico de trietilenglicol) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Synonym: ethoxyglycol. Exposure routes: skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the skin and eyes. No TLV has been established. (77293)
CIS 01-1315 Fenchlorphos. (French: Fenchlorphos; Spanish: Fenclorfos) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Synonym: ronnel. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: effects on the nervous system (convulsions); cholinesterase inhibition; effects may be delayed. Long-term exposure effects: animal tests show that this substance possibly causes malformations in newborns. Threshold limit value: 10mg/m3 A4 (ACGIH 1998). (77294)
CIS 01-1316 N-Isopropyl-N'-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine. (French: N-Isopropyl-N'-phényl-p-phénylènediamine; Spanish: N-isopropiel-N'-fenil-p-fenilendiamina) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure route: inhalation. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the skin and eyes. Long-term exposure effects: prolonged or repeated contact may induce skin sensitization. No TLV has been established. (77295)
CIS 01-1317 Flocoumafen. (French: Flocoumafen; Spanish: Flocoumafen) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short term exposure effects: haematological effects (impairment of blood clotting); effects may be delayed. No TLV has been established. (77296)
CIS 01-1318 Ammonium fluoride. (French: Fluorure d'ammonium; Spanish: Fluoruro de amonio) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Long-term exposure effects: effects on bones and teeth (fluorosis). Threshold limit value: 2.5mg/m3 A4 (as F) (ACGIH 1998). (77297)
CIS 01-1319 Flutolanil. (French: Flutolanil; Spanish: Flutolanil) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure route: inhalation. Decomposition on burning giving rise to toxic and corrosive fumes. No TLV has been established. (77298)
CIS 01-1320 Phosalone. (French: Phosalone; Spanish: Fosalone) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short term exposure effects: irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; cholinesterase inhibition. No TLV has been established. (77299)
CIS 01-1321 Dimethyl phthalate. (French: Phtalate de diméthyle; Spanish: Ftalato de dimetilo) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In French, Spanish) Internet: French and Spanish versions of the International Chemical Safety Card already abstracted as CIS 92-1480. Exposure routes: inhalation and ingestion. Acute symptoms: redness of the eyes; burning sensation; nausea; vomiting; unconsciousness. Threshold limit value: 5mg/m3 (ACGIH 1998). (77300)
CIS 01-1322 Tetramethylead; Tetraethyllead. (French: Plomb tétraméthyle; Plomb tétraéthyle) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. 16 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Toxicity: skin absorption; encephalopathy; insomnia; digestive disorders; hypotension; arrhythmia; hypothermia; skin diseases; nail dystrophy. Exposure limits (France): TWA = tetramethyllead: 0.15mg Pb/m3; tetraethyllead: 0.10mg Pb/m3. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77381)
CIS 01-1323 Phosphorus. (French: Phosphore) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. 18 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Acute toxicity: severe skin burns; irritation of the respiratory tract; vomiting (on ingestion). Chronic toxicity: anorexia; asthenia; gastrointestinal problems; persistent cough; disorders of bone metabolism; odontalgia; dental lesions; delayed effects (4 to 6 years). Exposure limits (France): TWA = 0.1mg/m3; ceiling value = 0.3mg/m3. EEC numbers: No.015-001-00-1 (white phosphorus); No.015-002-00-7 (red phosphorus). Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77382)
CIS 01-1324 Diphenyl. (French: Diphényle) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 3p. 16 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Synonyms: biphenyl; phenylbenzene. Toxicity: irritation of conjunctive and respiratory mucous membranes; skin diseases; skin absorption. Chronic toxicity: carcinogen; skin and nasal septum ulcers; renal damage (ingestion). Exposure limits (France): TWA = 1.5mg/m3 (0.2ppm). Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77383)
CIS 01-1325 Sulfur hexafluoride. (French: Hexafluorure de soufre) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 3p. 16 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Toxicity: asphyxiant at high concentrations; thermal and electric degradation products are toxic for the respiratory tract. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 6000mg/m3 (1000ppm). Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77384)
CIS 01-1326 Phosphorus oxychloride. (French: Trichlorure de phosphoryle) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 3p. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Acute toxicity: corrosive effect on skin, eyes and mucous membranes; bronchial spasm; acute pulmonary oedema; effects may be delayed. Chronic toxicity: irritative lesions of the eyes; chronic cough; asthmatic dyspnoea (inhalation). Exposure limits (France): TWA = 0.6mg/m3 (0.1ppm). Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77385)
CIS 01-1327 Oxalic acid. (French: Acide oxalique) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Rev.ed., CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. Illus. 33 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 88-754. Synonym: ethanedioic acid. Acute toxicity: caustic substance; skin, eye, respiratory tract and digestive (inhalation) burns; neurological effects; respiratory distress; delayed symptoms. Chronic toxicity: caustic lesions; oxalosis. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 1mg/m3. EEC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.607-006-008; Xn, R21/22, S2, S24/25. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77386)
CIS 01-1328 Sodium cyanide; Potassium cyanide. (French: Cyanure de sodium; Cyanure de potassium) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Rev.ed., CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 6p. Illus. 43 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 85-1016. Acute toxicity: death after a few minutes; unconsciousness; headache; effects similar to alcohol intake; chest oppression; anguish; convulsions; cyanosis; cardio-vascular collapse; pulmonary oedema. Chronic toxicity: dermatitis; caustic skin lesions; headache; asthenia; vertigo; nausea; vomiting; gastralgia; loss of sense of smell and taste; conjunctivitis. Exposure limits (France): TWA =2mg HCN/m3. EEC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.006-007-00-5; T, R26/27/28, R32, S1/2, S7, S28, S29, S45 (sodium cyanide). Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77387)
CIS 01-1329 Tetrahydronaphthalene. (French: Tétrahydronaphtalène) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Rev.ed., CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 3p. 18 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 75-726. Synonym: tetralin. Toxicity: skin absorption; skin diseases; irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract; neuro-digestive disorders; vapours at high concentrations are narcotic. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77388)
CIS 01-1330 Hexane. (French: Hexane) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Rev.ed., CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. Illus. 15 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 89-1469. Acute toxicity: effects on the central nervous system (euphoria, drowsiness, headache, vertigo, nausea); pneumopathy with respiratory distress. Chronic toxicity: sensory-motor peripheral neuritis; damage of the central nervous system; irritant contact dermatitis. Exposure limits (France): TWA = n-hexane: 170mg/m3 (50ppm), other isomers: 1800mg/m3 (500ppm). EEC numbers and mandatory labelling codes: No.601-037-00-0 (n-hexane); No.601-007-00-7 (mixture of isomers containing less than 5% of n-hexane); Xn, F, R11, R48/20, S9, S16, S24/25, S29, S51. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77389)
CIS 01-1331 Dichlorvos. (French: Dichlorvos) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Rev.ed., CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. 13 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 76-167. Synonyms: dimethyl 2,2-dichlorovinyl phosphate; DDVP. Toxicity: skin absorption; cholinesterase inhibition; digestive disorders with abdominal cramps; hypersalivation; nausea; vomiting; diarrhoea; respiratory disorders; pulmonary oedema; neurological effects; visual disorders (myosis). Chronic toxicity: carcinogen; skin and nasal septum ulcers; renal damage (ingestion). Exposure limits (France): TWA = 1mg/m3 (0.1ppm). Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77390)
CIS 01-1332 1,1,1,-Trichloroethane. (French: 1,1,1-Trichloroéthane) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 4p. Illus. 18 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 87-441. Acute inhalation exposure to very high vapour concentrations (10,000 to 26,000ppm) can induce narcotic effects and cardiac disorders, which may be fatal. Chronic exposure to vapours can lead to irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Exposure limit (France): TWA limit = 1,650mg/m3 (300ppm). Ceiling limit = 2,500mg/m3 (450ppm). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.602-013-002; Xn, N, R20, R59, S24/25, S59, S61, 200-756-3. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77391)
CIS 01-1333 Bromine. (French: Brome) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. Illus. 20 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Acute toxicity: coughing, nose bleeding, bronchopneumonia, photophobia, blepharospasms, skin burns, respiratory symptoms (respiratory distress). Chronic toxicity: irritation dermatosis, keratitis, conjunctivitis. Exposure limits (France): ceiling limit = 0.7mg/m3 (0.1ppm). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.035-001-00-5; T+, C, R26, R35, S7/9, S26, S45, 231-778-1. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77392)
CIS 01-1334 1,4,-Dioxane. (French: 1,4-Dioxane) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 4p. Illus. 14 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 89-1120. Acute toxicity: skin absorption; strong irritation of eyes and respiratory tract. Chronic toxicity: hepatic and renal damage; carcinogenic in experimental animals. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 35mg/m3 (10ppm); ceiling limit = 140mg/m3 (40ppm). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.603-024-00-5; Xn, F, R11, R19, R36/37, R40, S18, S35/37, 204-661-8. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77393)
CIS 01-1335 Tetrachloroethylene. (French: Tétrachloroéthylène) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 4p. Illus. 22 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 87-435. Acute exposure can induce depression of the central nervous system (narcosis), hepatic effects, respiratory disorders and cardiac arrhythmia. Chronic exposure effects include irritation of the skin and eyes, neurological and psychological disorders. Exposure limits: TWA = 335mg/m3 (50ppm) (France); 25ppm (ACGIH). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.602-028-00-4; Xn, N, R40, R51/53, S23, S36/37, S61, 204-825-9. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77394)
CIS 01-1336 Sulfuric acid. (French: Acide sulfurique) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 5p. Illus. 23 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 88-767. Acute toxicity: corrosion and irritation of skin and mucous membranes; delayed pulmonary oedema; chemical burns. Chronic toxicity: dental erosion; respiratory disorders. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 1mg/m3; ceiling limit = 3mg/m3. EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.007-005-00-7; C, R35, S26, S30, S45, 231-639-5. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77395)
CIS 01-1337 n-Butyl acetate. (French: Acétate de n-butyle) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. 4p. 18 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Acute toxicity: irritation of the respiratory and ocular mucus membranes, depression of the central nervous system possibly giving rise to effects similar to those of alcohol influence and to hallucinations. Chronic toxicity: irritation and dermatoses; keratitis; nausea; irritation of the respiratory and digestive tract; haematological and hepatic abnormailties. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 710mg/m3 (150ppm); ceiling limit = 940mg/m3 (200ppm). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.807-025-00-1; R10, 204-658-1. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77396)
CIS 01-1338 Hydrogen sulfide. (French: Sulfure d'hydrogène) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 5p. Illus. 20 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 95-856. Acute toxicity: irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract; asphyxia; respiratory insufficiency; pulmonary oedema; cardiovascular disorders; arrythmia; metabolic disturbances. Chronic toxicity: neurotoxic effects (central nervous system); irritation of the eyes, skin (dermatitis) and respiratory tract (bronchitis); digestive disorders; may increase the risk of abortion. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 7mg/m3 (5ppm); ceiling limit = 14mg/m3 (10ppm). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.016-001-00-4; T+, N, F+, R12, R26, R50, S9, S16, S28, S36/37, S45, S61, 231-977-3. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77397)
CIS 01-1339 Dibenzoyl peroxide. (French: Peroxyde de dibenzoyle) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 4p. Illus. 15 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 88-738. Acute toxicity: irritation of eyes, nose and throat. Chronic toxicity: allergic dermatitis. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 5mg/m3. EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.617-008-00-0; Xi, E, R2, R36, R43, S3/7, S14, S36/37/38, 202-327-6. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77398)
CIS 01-1340 Dichloromethane. (French: Dichlorométhane) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 4p. Illus. 20 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 87-406. Acute exposure to high concentrations can lead to irritation of the upper respiratory tract and unconsciousness; possibly myocardial infarction; chemical burns may occur from prolonged skin contact. Chronic exposure to 200ppm for a non-smoker is equivalent to the inhalation of 50ppm carbon monoxide. Dermatosis may result from repeated contact with the skin. Exposure limits (France): TWA = 180mg/m3 (50ppm); ceiling limit = 350mg/m3 (100ppm). EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.602-004-00-3; Xn, R40, S23, S24/25, S36/37, 200-838-9. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77399)
CIS 01-1341 Potassium hydroxide and aqueous solutions. (French: Hydroxyde de potassium et solutions aqueuses) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, CD-ROM CD 613, May 2000. Rev.ed. 4p. Illus. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: Chemical safety information sheet. Update of data sheet already summarized in CIS 87-429. Very corrosive to biological tissues. Causes severe burns to skin and mucous membranes. Exposure limits (France): ceiling limit = 2mg/m3. EC number and mandatory labelling codes: No.019-002-00-8; C, R35, S26, S37/39; S45, 215-181-3. Complete datasheet collection on CD-ROM analysed under CIS 01-201. (77400)
CIS 01-1342 Lithium hydroxide (monohydrate). (French: Hydroxyde de lithium (monohydrate); Spanish: Hidróxido de litio (monohidrato)) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; inhalation may cause pulmonary oedema. No TLV has been established. (77401)
CIS 01-1343 Hydroxylamine. (French: Hydroxylamine; Spanish: Hidroxilamina) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the skin and respiratory tract; irritation and severe burns of the eyes; haematological effects (methaemoglobinaemia); effects may be delayed. Long-term exposure effects: prolonged or repeated contact may induce skin sensitization; haematological effects (methaemoglobinaemia, anaemia). No TLV has been established. (77402)
CIS 01-1344 Sodium hypochlorite (solution, active chlorine < 10%). (French: Hypochlorite de sodium (solution, chlore actif <10%); Spanish: Hipoclorito de sodio (solución, cloro activo 10 %)) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Long-term exposure effects: prolonged or repeated contact may induce skin sensitization. No TLV has been established. The Spanish version of the card refers to solutions <5% concentration. (77403)
CIS 01-1345 Sodium hypochlorite (solution, active chlorine >10%). (French: Hypochlorite de sodium (solution, chlore actif >10%); Spanish: Hipoclorito de sodio (solución, cloro activo 10 %)) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: corrosive for the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; corrosive if ingested; inhalation may cause pulmonary oedema; effects may be delayed. Long-term exposure effects: prolonged or repeated contact may induce skin sensitization. No TLV has been established. The Spanish version of the card refers to solutions >5% concentration. (77404)
CIS 01-1346 2-Mercaptoimidazoline. (French: 2-Mercaptoimidazoline; Spanish: 2- Mercaptoimidazolina) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Synonyms: 2-imidazolidinethione; ethylene thiourea (ETU). Exposure routes: inhalation and skin absorption. Long-term exposure effects: effects on the thyroid and liver, resulting in impaired functions; animal tests show that this substance possibly causes malformations in new borns. No TLV has been established. (77405)
CIS 01-1347 Isobutylamine. (French: Isobutylamine; Spanish: Isobutilamina) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: corrosive for the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; corrosive by inhalation; inhalation may cause pulmonary oedema; effects may be delayed. No TLV has been established; MAK=5ppm; 15mg/m3. (77406)
CIS 01-1348 Isobutyraldehyde. (French: Aldéhyde isobutyrique; Spanish: Aldehído isobutírico) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: corrosive for the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; corrosive by inhalation; inhalation may cause pulmonary oedema; effects may be delayed; exposure may lead to death. No TLV has been established. (77407)
CIS 01-1349 Isoniazid. (French: Isoniazide; Spanish: Isoniazida) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Synonym: isonicotinic acid hydrazide. Exposure route: ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: effects on the nervous system and kidneys, resulting in disorientation, lethargy, coma, metabolic acidosis; unconsciousness; exposure at high level may cause death. Long-term exposure effects: effects on the central nervous system and the liver, resulting in tissue lesions and impaired functions. No TLV has been established. (77408)
CIS 01-1350 Isopropylamine. (French: Isopropylamine; Spanish: Isopropilamina) On the Internet site http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/cis/produ cts/icsc/index.htm ; Spanish version also from: Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1991. 2p. (In English, French, Spanish) Internet: International Chemical Safety Card. Exposure routes: inhalation, skin absorption and ingestion. Short-term exposure effects: corrosive for the skin, eyes and respiratory tract; corrosive by inhalation; inhalation may cause pulmonary oedema; ingestion may cause chemical pneumonitis; effects may be delayed; exposure may lead to death. Long-term exposure effects: prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis. Threshold limit values: 5ppm (TWA); 10ppm (STEL) (ACGIH 1995-1996). (77409)
CIS 01-1351 Principles and methods for assessing direct immunotoxicity associated with exposure to chemicals. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1996. xviii, 390p. Illus. Approx. 900 ref. Price: CHF 55.00 (CHF 38.50 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157180-2 (In English) Internet: This criteria document presents guidelines for the experimental assessment of immunotoxicology associated with exposure to chemicals. Contents include: introduction to immunotoxicology; health impact of selected immunotoxic agents; approaches and methods for testing the immunotoxicity of chemicals in experimental animals; essentials of immunotoxicity assessment in humans; risk assessment. Summaries in French and Spanish. (77535)
CIS 01-1352 Human exposure assessment. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 2000. xxx, 375p. Illus. Approx. 600 ref. Price: CHF 78.00 (CHF 54.60 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-157214-0 (In English) Internet: This criteria document presents the concept, rationale, and statistical and experimental methodologies of human exposure assessment. Contents include: definition of exposure; uses of human exposure information; approaches and design for exposure studies; statistical methods in exposure assessment; human time-use patterns and exposure assessment; human exposure and dose modelling; measuring human exposures to chemicals in air, water and food; measuring human exposure to chemical contaminants in soil and settled dust; measuring biological human exposure agents in air and dust; assessing exposures with biological markers; quality assurance in exposure studies; examples and case studies of exposure studies. Summaries in French and Spanish. (77536)
CIS 01-1353 Cadmium and its compounds - Evaluation of the effects on reproduction, recommendation for classification. Committee for Compounds Toxic to Reproduction, Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 16052, 2500 BB Den Haag, Netherlands, 2000. 52p. 96 ref., ISBN 90-5549-315-5 (In English) Internet: Recommendations for the classification and labelling of cadmium (Cd) and its compounds based on the evaluation of studies on their effects on reproduction. Effects on fertility: category 3 (substances which cause concern for human fertility) and R62 (possible risk for impaired fertility). Teratogenic effects: category 3 (substances which cause concern for humans owing to possible developmental toxic effects) and R63 (possible risk of harm to the unborn child). Effects during lactation: R64 (may cause harm to breastfed babies). Safe level of Cd in (human) breast milk: 5µg/L. Summary in Dutch. (77411)
CIS 01-1354 Chloroform - Evaluation of the effects on reproduction, recommendation for classification. Committee for Compounds Toxic to Reproduction, Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 16052, 2500 BB Den Haag, Netherlands, 2000. 38p. 27 ref., ISBN 90-5549-312-0 (In English) Internet: Recommendations for the classification and labelling of chloroform based on the evaluation of studies on its effects on reproduction. Effects on fertility: no classification due to lack of data. Teratogenic effects: category 2 (substances which should be regarded as if they had developmental toxicity to humans) and R61 (may cause harm to the unborn child). Effects during lactation: no R64 labelling due to lack of appropriate data. Summary in Dutch. (77412)
CIS 01-1355 Ethanol - Evaluation of the effects on reproduction, recommendation for classification. Committee for Compounds Toxic to Reproduction, Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 16052, 2500 BB Den Haag, Netherlands, 2000. 33p. 54 ref., ISBN 90-5549-318-X (In English) Internet: Recommendations for the classification and labelling of ethanol based on the evaluation of studies on its effects on reproduction. Effects on fertility: category 1 (substances known to impair fertility in humans) and R60 (may impair fertility). Teratogenic effects: category 1 (substances known to cause developmental toxicity in humans) and R61 (may cause harm to the unborn child). Effects during lactation: R64 (may cause harm to breastfed babies). Summary in Dutch. (77413)
CIS 01-1356 Halothane - Evaluation of the effects on reproduction, recommendation for classification. Committee for Compounds Toxic to Reproduction, Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 16052, 2500 BB Den Haag, Netherlands, 2000. 35p. 38 ref., ISBN 90-5549-317-1 (In English) Internet: Recommendations for the classification and labelling of halothane based on the evaluation of studies on its effects on reproduction. Effects on fertility: no classification due to lack of appropriate data. Teratogenic effects: category 3 (substances which cause concern for humans owing to possible developmental toxic effects) and R63 (possible risk of harm to the unborn child). Effects during lactation: no R64 labelling due to lack of appropriate data. Summary in Dutch. (77414)
CIS 01-1357 Lithium carbonate and lithium chloride - Evaluation of the effects on reproduction, recommendation for classification. Committee for Compounds Toxic to Reproduction, Gezondheidsraad, Postbus 16052, 2500 BB Den Haag, Netherlands, 2000. 45p. 49 ref., ISBN 90-5549-313-9 (In English) Internet: Recommendations for the classification and labelling of lithium carbonate and lithium chloride based on the evaluation of studies on their effects on reproduction. Effects on fertility: category 3 (substances which cause concern for human fertility) and R62 (possible risk for impaired fertility). Teratogenic effects: category 1 (substances known to cause developmental toxicity in humans) and R61 (may cause harm to the unborn child). Effects during lactation: R64 (may cause harm to breastfed babies). Summary in Dutch. (77415)
CIS 01-1358 Screening information data set SIDS for high production volume chemicals - Volume 4, Part 1. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), United Nations Environment Programme, Case postale 356, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, Nov. 1997. viii, 327p. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: Ecotoxicological and toxicological (acute toxicity, chronic toxicity, effects on reproduction, genetic effects) data for the risk assessment of acetone cyanohydrine, L-ascorbic acid, methylene butanedioic acid (synonym: itaconic acid) and 2,4-dinitrotoluene. (77416)
CIS 01-1359 Screening information data set SIDS for high production volume chemicals - Volume 5, Part 1. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), United Nations Environment Programme, Case postale 356, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, Oct. 1998. viii, 311p. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: Ecotoxicological and toxicological (acute toxicity, chronic toxicity, effects on reproduction, genetic effects) data for the risk assessment of o-cresol, 1,4-dicyanobutane (adiponitrile), 1-dodecanol and glutaraldehyde. (77417)
CIS 01-1360 Screening information data set SIDS for high production volume chemicals - Volume 5, Part 2. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), United Nations Environment Programme, Case postale 356, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, Oct. 1998. viii, 307p. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: Ecotoxicological and toxicological (acute toxicity, chronic toxicity, effects on reproduction, genetic effects) data for the risk assessment of ethylene, dibutylmaleate, aminoiminomethanesulfinic acid (synonym: formamide sulfinic acid, FSA), triethylphosphate and vanilline. (77418)
CIS 01-1361 Screening information data set SIDS for high production volume chemicals - Volume 6, Part 1. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), United Nations Environment Programme, Case postale 356, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, June 2000. viii, 319p. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: Ecotoxicological and toxicological (acute toxicity, chronic toxicity, effects on reproduction, genetic effects) data for the risk assessment of acetone, 2,2'-azobis(2-methylpropionitrile) or azobisisobutyronitrile, hexamethylene glycol (1,6-hexanediol), 4-hydroxybenzoic acid (p-hydroxybenzoic acid) and isocyanuric acid. (77419)
CIS 01-1362 Screening information data set SIDS for high production volume chemicals - Volume 6, Part 2. International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), United Nations Environment Programme, Case postale 356, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, June 2000. viii, 301p. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: Ecotoxicological and toxicological (acute toxicity, chronic toxicity, effects on reproduction, genetic effects) data for the risk assessment of dimethyl-2,6 naphthalenedicarboxylate, 2 propanol (isopropyl alcohol), tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate and trichloroacetic acid. (77420)
CIS 01-1363 Diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI). Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals (IOMC), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 2001. iv, 32p. 107 ref. Price: CHF 16.00 (CHF 11.20 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-153027-8 (In English) Internet: Monomeric and polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) are used for the manufacturing of polyurethane elastomers, rigid and flexible foams, and binders and adhesives. In the presence of water, MDI is rapidly hydrolysed to methylenedianiline (MDA). MDI is not acutely toxic to laboratory animals. Animal data provides clear evidence of skin and respiratory sensitization to MDI. In a two-year chronic inhalation toxicity and carcinogenicity study, changes in the respiratory tract of rats were observed, but carcinogenicity data were inconclusive. The IARC classification for MDI is 3 (not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity in humans), while MDA is classified 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans). The health effects of most concern are occupationally-induced asthma, hypersensitivity pneumoconiosis and inflammatory diseases of the upper respiratory tract. Summaries in French and Spanish. (77531)
CIS 01-1364 Methyl chloride. Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals (IOMC), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 2001. iv, 44p. 208 ref. Price: CHF 16.00 (CHF 11.20 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-153028-6 (In English) Internet: Methyl chloride (synonym: chloromethane) is realeased into air during its use, during the incineration of municipal solid waste and from natural sources. The most important route of exposure in humans is through the respiratory pathway. The acute toxicity in rats and mice is low. No irritation or sensitizing properties have been reported. The main target organ after short-term inhalation exposure appears to be the nervous system. In a two-year inhalation study in mice, axonal swelling and degradation of lumbar spinal nerves were observed. Methyl chloride is genotoxic in in vitro systems in both bacteria and mammalian cells. The IARC classifies methyl chloride in group 3 (not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity in humans). In conclusion, the health effect of most concern is neurotoxicity. Summaries in French and in Spanish. (77532)
CIS 01-1365 Vanadium pentoxide and other inorganic vanadium compounds. Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals (IOMC), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 2001. v, 53p. Illus. 187 ref. Price: CHF 17.00 (CHF 11.90 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-153029-4 (In English) Internet: Vanadium pentoxide is formed during the smelting of iron ore, the solvent extraction of uranium ore, the roasting of boiler residues and residues from elemental phosphorus plants. It is also present in the residues from the burning of fuel oil. Repeated inhalation exposure to vanadium pentoxide dust and fume is associated with irritation of the eyes, nose and throat. In vitro aneugenic effects and chromosome damage have been observed. There is currently no useful information on the carcinogenicity of any form of vanadium, although a two-year inhalation bioassay in rodents has been recently completed, and its results should shortly be available. In conclusion, the main points of concern for humans are genotoxicity and respiratory tract irritation. Summaries in French and in Spanish. (77533)
CIS 01-1366 1,3-Butadiene: Human health aspects. Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals (IOMC), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 2001. iv, 73p. Illus. 256 ref. Price: CHF 21.00 (CHF 14.70 in developing countries)., ISBN 92-4-153030-8 (In English) Internet: 1,3-Butadiene is a product of incomplete combustion resulting from natural processes and human activity, as well as an industrial chemical used primarily in the production of elastomers. It has low acute toxicity in experimental animals. In studies involving mice and rats, long-term exposure was associated with ovarian and testicular atrophy; inhaled butadiene was found to be a potent carcinogen and to show mutagenic effects. Among exposed workers, mortality due to leukaemia increased with estimated cumulative exposure. The available epidemiological and toxicological data provide evidence that butadiene is a human carcinogen, and possibly also a genotoxic agent. IARC has classified butadiene in group 2A (probably carcinogenic to humans). Summaries in French and in Spanish. (77534)
Training materials and practical informationCIS 01-1367 Barefoot research: A workers' manual for organising on work security. Keith M., Brophy J., Kirby P., Rosskam E., InFocus Programme on Socio-Economic Security, International Labour Office (ILO), 4, rte. des Morillons, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2002. 93p. Illus. 105 ref. Gratis., ISBN 92-2-112822-9 (In English) Internet: The practical manual was developed in order to help workers interested in increasing their level of control over their own work conditions, including the protection of their health and well-being, and their level of basic security. Contents: purpose of "barefoot research"; tools of research by workers (definition of goals, inspections by workers, surveys, small group discussions, mapping, interviews, observation, use and interpretation of information); taking action (using and sharing the results of "barefoot research", agreeing on action with workers, getting things done, gaining a voice). (77360)
CIS 01-1368 Manual of occupational safety - I. (Spanish: Manual de seguridad laboral - I) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 2000. 551p. Illus., ISBN 84-95366-02-9 (In Spanish) Internet: Training manual on occupational safety in two volumes (for Part II, see CIS 01-1369) published by a Spanish insurance company. Contents of volume I include: general considerations concerning work and health; occupational hazards (occupational accidents and diseases); occupational safety and health domains (ergonomics, occupational safety, industrial hygiene and occupational medicine); accident investigation; safety signalling (danger symbols, safety colours, signalling of emergency exits); collective and personal protection (safety devices and personal protective equipment); statistical analysis of occupational accidents (classification, and frequency and severity rates); emergency planning; handling and storage equipment; tools, equipment and installations; use of machinery and tools; electrical hazards. (77374)
CIS 01-1369 Manual of occupational safety II. (Spanish: Manual de seguridad laboral - II) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 2000. 549p. Illus. 42 ref., ISBN 84-95366-02-9 (In Spanish) Internet: Training manual on occupational safety in two volumes (for Part I, see CIS 01-1368) published by a Spanish insurance company. Contents of volume II include: explosions of combustible dust; fires, fire-fighting and fire protection; hazards linked to workplace characteristics (floors, stairways, ladders, confined spaces) and preventive measures; safety in the construction industry (legislation, standards; safety devices and precautions); handling and storage of chemicals; safety inspections; implementation of an occupational safety and health plan. (77375)
CIS 01-1370 Manual of industrial hygiene. (Spanish: Manual de higiene industrial) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 1998. 728p. Illus. 42 ref., ISBN 84-95366-01-0 (In Spanish) Internet: Training manual on industrial hygiene including theoretical considerations, hazards and preventive measures, and practical applications. Main topics covered: general considerations on work and health; hazards linked to work (occupational accidents and diseases); occupational safety and health domains (ergonomics and occupational safety, hygiene and medicine); chemicals (measurements, sampling, limitation of exposure, selection of ventilation equipment); physical agents (characteristics of noise and vibration, and their limitations); thermal environments; electromagnetic radiation and lighting. (77373)
CIS 01-1371 Manual of first aid. (Spanish: Manual de primeros auxilios) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 45p. Illus. 2 ref., ISBN 84-930169-7-7 (In Spanish) Internet: Following an introduction summarizing the basic actions of first-aid personnel, this manual goes on to describe the contents of a first-aid kit and explains the procedures to be followed when faced with the following emergency situations: shock; reanimation (freeing the respiratory tract, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, cardiac massaging); haemorrhages; fractures; burns; electrocution; poisoning; eye lesions; sunstroke; epileptic seizures; injuries. (77377)
CIS 01-1372 Manual on the prevention of occupational hazards in agriculture. (Spanish: Manual de prevención de riesgos laborales en agricultura) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 64p. Illus., ISBN 84-930169-8-5 (In Spanish) Internet: Training manual on the prevention of hazards linked to agricultural activities. Contents: most common hazards encountered when working in the agricultural sector; prevention of hazards during the handling and use of agricultural machinery; hazards related to the use of chemicals (pesticides and fertilisers) in agriculture, and their prevention; hazards linked to exposure to weather and to extreme climatic conditions, and their prevention; manual handling of loads. (77379)
CIS 01-1373 Manual of occupational hazard prevention in the construction industry. (Spanish: Manual de prevención de riesgos laborales en la construcción) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 185p. Illus. 8 ref., ISBN 84-930169-9-3 (In Spanish) Internet: Manual on the prevention of hazards in the construction industry including safety standards and measures applicable to various activities. Contents include: regulatory framework; working equipment (scaffolds, earthmoving equipment, goods lifts and lifts, machine tools); protective devices against falls from heights; temporary installations (signalling, railings, changing rooms, rest rooms); scaffolds and scaffold platforms; temporary electrical installations; trenches; personal protective equipment (head, eye, hand, foot and leg protection, high-visibility protective clothing). (77380)
CIS 01-1374 Practical guide - Butchers. (French: Aide mémoire - Filière viande de boucherie) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., May 2001. 72p. Illus. 28 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0810-1 (In French) Internet: This manual is aimed at managers and persons responsible for the safety and health of butchers in France. It offers practical guidance on main issues of occupational safety and health in general, as well as on the principal hazards and their prevention. Contents include: general approach to safety and health; safety and health institutions; costs of accidents; responsibilities; safety training; first aid; frequent hazards and corresponding prevention measures (use of knives, manual handling and the lifting of loads, in-plant traffic, mechanical and chemical hazards, fire and explosion, electrical hazards, infections, work on screens, work in isolation, subcontractors); workplace design; hygiene; inspections. (77327)
CIS 01-1375 Safety and health in the use of agrochemicals: A guide. (Spanish: Guía sobre seguridad y salud en el use de productos agroquímicos) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1993. xi, 89p. Illus. 13 ref. Price: CHF 25.00., ISBN 92-2-307281-6 (In Spanish) Internet: Spanish translation of a the publication analysed under CIS 91-792. Contents of this training manual, aimed primarily at workers in developing countries: safety and health aspects (how dangerous substances enter the body, classification, labelling and identification, safe handling and use, disposal of waste, operational control and use of personal protective equipment); poisoning by agrochemicals, its management and emergency responses (types and symptoms of poisoning and injury, first-aid treatment, role of poison information centres, effects of temperature and fire emergencies); roles and responsibilities of manufacturers, government agencies, retailers, employers, workers and the public; education and training; case histories illustrating accidents resulting from improper use of agrochemicals in developing countries. (77489)
CIS 01-1376 Safety and health in the use of chemicals at work. A training manual. (Polish: Bezpieczeństwo i zdrowie a substancje chemiczne w pracy - Poradnik szkoleniowy) Bakar Che Man A., Gold D., International Labour Office (ILO), Instytut Medycyny Pracy, ul. św. Teresy 8, skr. Poczt. 199, 90-950 Łódź, Poland, 1994. 91p. Illus. Bibl.ref., ISBN 83-86052-20-1 (In Polish) Internet: Polish translation of the ILO publication analysed under CIS 93-789. Contents of this training manual: health hazards due to chemical exposure (factors contributing to hazardous situations, toxic effects of chemicals); fire and explosion hazards; basic principles of prevention (elimination or substitution, organisational control); chemical emergency procedures (emergency plan, evacuation, first aid, fire fighting, spill and leak procedures); management of a chemical control programme. Annexes include a training checklist for safe use of chemicals at work, text of the ILO Chemicals Convention and Recommendation, and guidance on the classification, identification and labelling of chemicals. (77490)
CIS 01-1377 Manual on fire prevention. (Spanish: Manual de prevención de incendios) IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 2nd ed., July 2000. 151p. Illus. 4 ref., ISBN 84-95366-07-X (In Spanish) Internet: Fire protection training manual covering the following areas: basics of combustion, fire propagation and extinction; extinguishing agents; manual means of extinguishing; detection and extinguishing systems; personal protective equipment (respirators, protective clothing, helmets, protection of upper and lower extremities); fire safety conditions in buildings (signalling of escape routes, firewalls and fire-blocking doors, smoke exhaust); organization of emergency organization (evacuation and first aid). (77371)
CIS 01-1378 Grain supply chain - Preventing fire and explosion hazards due to dust during storage operations. (French: La filière grains - Prévention des risques d'incendie et d'explosion de poussières dans les opérations de stockage) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., Dec. 2000. 40p. Illus. 24 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0935-3 (In French) Internet: Dust generated during the storage of grain may cause fires or explosions. This booklet on the prevention of such accidents is aimed at all persons who are involved with grain, including farmers, wholesalers, storage companies, drying personnel, exporters and external contractors or service providers. Contents include: accident descriptions; causes of dust fires and explosions; hazard evaluation; check lists for implementing preventive measures at the design phase and during operations. (77323)
CIS 01-1379 Sugar silos - Preventing fire and explosion hazards due to sugar dust during storage operations. (French: Silos sucre - Prévention des risques d'incendie et d'explosion de poussières de sucre lors du stockage) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., Dec. 2000. 32p. Illus. 30 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0934-5 (In French) Internet: Dust generated during the storage of sugar may cause fires or explosions. This booklet on preventing such accidents is aimed at persons in all industries involved with sugar, including producers, packaging companies, biscuit manufacturers, confectioners, chocolate producers, beverage manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. Contents include: accident descriptions; causes of dust fires and explosions; hazard evaluation; types of sugar silos (horizontal, vertical); check lists for implementing preventive measures at the design phase and during operations. (77324)
CIS 01-1380 Flour silos - Preventing fire and explosion hazards due to flour dust during storage operations. (French: Silos farine - Prévention des risques d'incendie et d'explosion de poussières de farine lors du stockage) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., July 2001. 31p. Illus. 21 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0955-8 (In French) Internet: Dust generated during the storage of flour may cause fires or explosions. This booklet on preventing such accidents is aimed at persons working in industries involved with flour, including flour milling; biscuit manufacturing, confectionery and industrial bakery. Contents include: accident descriptions; causes of dust fires and explosions; hazard evaluation, including a description of high-risk zones within flour mills; implementing preventive measures. (77326)
CIS 01-1381 Wood silos - Preventing fire and explosion hazards due to dust during storage operations. (French: Silos bois - Prévention des risques d'incendie et d'explosion de poussières dans les installations de stockage) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., Dec. 2000. 28p. Illus. 16 ref., ISBN 2-7389-0933-7 (In French) Internet: Dust present in ventilation and storage systems in the wood processing industry may cause fires or explosions. This booklet on preventing such accidents is aimed at persons involved in all wood and wood product processing industries. Contents include: accident descriptions; causes of dust fires and explosions; hazard evaluation; descriptions of ventilation and wood dust storage systems; check lists for implementing preventive measures at the design phase and during operations. (77325)
CIS 01-1382 Mobile cranes. (French: Grues mobiles) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 3rd ed., Aug. 2000. 91p. Illus., ISBN 2-85599-440-3 (In French) Internet: This booklet is primarily aimed at operators of mobile cranes and persons responsible for their maintenance, with certain parts addressed more particularly to managers and supervisors. Contents include: general information on mobile cranes including regulations; types of mobile cranes (self-propelled cranes and truck mounted cranes); what needs to be done before starting up, on starting and during operation (how to lift a load, work on sloping ground, work with two cranes, etc.); special hazards (electrical hazards, demolition work, malfunction of the crane on the worksite); safe behaviour; equipment and accessories; moving and transporting mobile cranes; what needs to be done at the end of the working day; maintenance. (77321)
CIS 01-1383 Safe use of driver-operated power trucks used for materials handling - Training, evaluation. (French: Conduite en sécurité des chariots automoteurs de manutention à conducteur porté - Formation. Evaluation) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., Feb. 2001. 35p. Illus., ISBN 2-7389-0943-4 (In French) Internet: This booklet is aimed at inspectors responsible for granting licences for driving different classes of power trucks used for materials handling, as well as at instructors. Information is provided on the design and implementation of appropriate instruction programmes. Il specifies the knowledge and aptitude required for safe driving, and includes an evaluation tool in the form of 20 check lists. (77329)
CIS 01-1384 Safety manual aimed at fork-lift truck drivers. (Spanish: Manual de seguridad para conductores de carretillas elevadoras) IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 2nd ed., July 2000. 151p. Illus. 6 ref., ISBN 84-95366-06-1 (In Spanish) Internet: Manual on the safe driving of forklift trucks covering the following areas: general considerations and glossary; legislation; constituent parts of forklift trucks; various types of forklift trucks and selection criteria; stability; protective systems; layout of areas where forklift trucks are used (dimensions, lighting, signalling); psychophysical aptitudes required for forklift truck drivers (vision, angle of vision, ability to distinguish colours, hearing, absence of heart aliments, psychomotor ability); forklift truck driving and operating rules; safety inspections and preventive maintenance; hazards related to driving forklift trucks and preventive measures. (77372)
CIS 01-1385 Crawler-mounted tractors. (French: Tracteurs sur chenilles) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 4th ed., Apr. 2000. 73p. Illus. 9 ref., ISBN 2-85599-262-1 (In French) Internet: This booklet is primarily aimed at operators of crawler-mounted tractors and persons responsible for their maintenance, with certain aspects addressed more particularly to managers and supervisors. Contents include: general information on crawler-mounted tractors including regulatory aspects; types of crawler-mounted tractors; what needs to be done before starting up, on starting and during operation; hazards (work on sloping or hazardous ground, electrical hazards, demolition work, clearing and deforestation work); safe behaviour; malfunction at the work site; moving and transporting crawler-mounted tractors; what needs to be done at the end of the working day; maintenance. (77322)
CIS 01-1386 Road accidents: Most important cause of fatal occupational accidents. (French: Accidents de la route: première cause d'accident mortel du travail) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., Apr. 2001. Leaflet, 8p. Illus., ISBN 2-7389-0954-X (In French) Internet: Each year in France, there are more than 800 fatalities in road accidents during commuting to work or while engaging in occupational driving. French legislation considers commuting accidents to be occupational accidents, and requires employers to take preventive measures. This leaflet, which is designed to be displayed on a notice board, highlights a few important precautionary measures against occupational or commuting road accidents. (77328)
CIS 01-1387 Manual on the prevention of occupational hazards during the handling of patients. (Spanish: Manual de prevención de riesgos laborales en la movilización de enfermos) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 63p. Illus. 4 ref., ISBN 84-95366-05-3 (In Spanish) Internet: Manual on the prevention of hazards related to the handling of patients by health care personnel. It presents the basic principles of anatomy, biomechanics and postural ergonomics, and describes the body movements and postures to be adopted for the proper handling and displacing of patients in various situations. It also includes practical exercises for avoiding or attenuating backaches. (77378)
CIS 01-1388 Contracting ergonomic consultancy in the context of a plan for the prevention of musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs). (French: Passer commande d'une prestation ergonomique dans le cadre d'une action de prévention des troubles musculosquelettiques (TMS)) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1st ed., Apr. 2001. Folder containing 3 booklets (4+11+23p.). Illus., ISBN 2-7389-0953-1 (In French) Internet: The number of cases of musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) is constantly increasing. Faced with this problem, companies are increasingly resorting to professional ergonomics consultants. This document contains practical guidance aimed at helping employers or safety and health representatives to draw up the terms of reference and to select an ergonomics consultant. The following issues are addressed in the form of practical instruction sheets: preventing MSDs; managing MSD prevention projects; role of ergonomics consultants in MSD prevention; participants at the company level; support available from occupational safety and health institutions; examples of programmes implemented in companies of varying importance. (77330)
CIS 01-1389 Manual of ergonomics. (Spanish: Manual de ergonomía) Rescalvo Santiago F., ed., IBERMUTUAMUR, Ramírez de Arellano 27, 28403 Madrid, Spain, 2000. 558p. Illus. 81 ref., ISBN 84-95366-00-2 (In Spanish) Internet: Ergonomics training manual published by a Spanish insurance company. Contents include: general considerations on work and health; hazards linked to work (occupational accidents and diseases); occupational safety and health domains (ergonomics, occupational safety, industrial hygiene and occupational medicine); ergonomics and the changes in working conditions; legislation with respect to working conditions and ergonomics; design and layout of workplaces; working environments (contamination of environmental air, thermal environments, noise, lighting, sick building syndrome); physical workload (effort, work posture and methods of evaluation); stress (causes, effects on health and prevention methods); psychosocial factors (definition of the factors, effects on health and models for action); work organization; ergonomical methods for analysing working conditions. (77376)
Periodicals, books, databases, audiovisualsCIS 01-1390 Safety lighting. (French: L'éclairage de sécurité) Bianchi P., Face au risque, Sep. 1999, No.355, p.19-24. Illus. 4 ref. (In French) Internet: The purpose of safety lighting is to come into operation in case of a breakdown of normal lighting, to allow the evacuation of the occupants to the exterior of the building without panic. As a function of criteria defined in the regulations, safety lighting needs to be either one of signalling or one of ambience. Topics covered include: signalling lighting; ambience lighting; types of autonomous power supplies; types of buildings requiring safety lighting; classifications, standards and regulations applicable in France. (77367)
CIS 01-1391 Personal protection - Face and eye protection. (French: Protection individuelle - Le visage et la vue protégés) Brett Y.B., Face au risque, Mar. 1999, No.351, p.23-26. Illus. (In French) Internet: Finding the best compromise when selecting face and eye protective equipment involves analysing the hazards facing the workers, constraints of the task and of the work environment, and aspects specific to the individual worker. Topics covered by this article include: main types of personal protective equipment; main hazards; human factors (reluctance by workers to wear protective equipment); guide to the selection of equipment as a function of the exposure hazard; types of safety spectacles; check-list developed by the French Occupational Safety and Health Institute (INRS) in order to help employers to analyse hazards to the eyes; European standards. (77365)
CIS 01-1392 Safety organization in SMEs: Some preliminary considerations when planning prevention measures. (French: La prise en charge de la sécurité dans les PME: quelques réflexions préalables à la conception d'actions de prévention) Favaro M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 1st Quarter 1999, No.174, p.37-46. 37 ref. (In French) Internet: This paper examines the issue of responsibility for safety and attitudes to risk in small and medium size enterprises (SMEs). It proposes theoretical and practical ideas on approaches to preventive action in SMEs. It begins by presenting the context and consequences of the general tendency to maintaining a "natural state" in terms of prevention in SMEs, and addresses the question of the lack at "natural demand" for prevention in SMEs. A diagnostic framework adapted to this state of affairs is provided. Finally, the paper presents and discusses a number of implementation possibilities adapted to the context of small firms from the viewpoint of an integrative approach to prevention. (77457)
CIS 01-1393 Audits of occupational hazard prevention systems. (Spanish: Las auditorías de los sistemas de prevención de riesgos laborales) Rubio Romero J.C., Mapfre seguridad, 2nd Quarter 2001, Vol.21, No.82, p.3-13. Illus. 30 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: Audits for controlling occupational hazard management systems are derived from accounting and quality audits. This article defines the concept of safety audits and distinguishes between audits that are required by law and voluntary audits, such as those that are conducted with a view of obtaining certification or accreditation, based on standards or management models. The article reviews various existing standards and presents the ILO guidelines for occupational safety and health management systems. (77467)
CIS 01-1394 Convergence between the organization's integral safety management and overall objectives. (Spanish: Dirección de la seguridad integral en convergencia con los objetivos empresariales) Martínez García F., Mapfre seguridad, 2nd Quarter 2001, Vol.21, No.82, p.15-23. Illus. (In Spanish) Internet: The safety objectives of an organization are to avoid accidents and interruptions to the production flow, with human injuries or financial consequences. The safety management system should be designed in the same way as general or administrative management, and should comprise hazard evaluation, the definition of a policy and objectives, planning, organization and control. (77468)
CIS 01-1395 Proceedings of the 7th Joint Science Symposium on Occupational Safety and Health. Haartz J.C., Lehtinen S., Knave B., eds., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Sep. 1999, Suppl.1. p.1-164 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: Proceedings of the 7th Joint Science Symposium on Occupational Safety and Health held at Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania, United States, from 26 to 29 October 1998. Main topics: work life in transition; special populations at risk; work environment management systems; prevention strategies; new occupational allergies and asthma; mixed exposures. (77309)
CIS 01-1396 Occupational health services. (Russian: Sistema professional'nogo zdravoohranenija) Lehtinen S., Visala H., eds., Barents - Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, 1998, Vol.1, No.2, p.43-71 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English, Russian) Internet: This journal focuses on occupational safety and health issues specific to the cold climatic conditions of the Nordic countries and Northwestern Russia (the Barents region). Among the topics covered in this issue: Occupational heath care and its development in the Barents region; occupational diseases in Northern Russia; working conditions and the role of labour protection in the Russian Republic of Karelia; the development of occupational health services for reindeer herders in Finland; a Swedish perspective on the development of occupational health services; the EU-Tacis project on occupational safety legislation in Russia. (77310)
CIS 01-1397 Special international report - Occupational safety and health in Finland. Yränheikki E., Savolainen H., Journal of Safety Research, Winter 2000, Vol.31, No.4, p.177-183. 4 ref. (In English) Internet: This article describes the organization of occupational safety and health in Finland. Topics covered include labour inspection, legislation, occupational health services, reporting, insurance, compensation and statistics. The construction industry accounts for 25% of all fatal accidents (120 cases per 1 million working hours), followed by the mechanical, wood, metal, machinery and pulp and paper industries (10% each of fatal accidents) with rates in the range of 100-160 cases per million working hours. There are some 5,000 cases of occupational diseases reported every year (rate of 22 per 10,000 employed). The major disease categories include repetitive strain injuries (1,300 cases), respiratory allergies (600 cases), occupational skin diseases (1000 cases) and 900 cases of noise-induced hearing loss. In 1998, 589 cases of asbestos-related diseases were reported. (77281)
CIS 01-1398 SafeWork - The occupational safety and health programme of the International Labour Organization for the new millennium. (Spanish: Trabajo seguro - Programa de salud y seguridad ocupacionales de la Organización Internacional del Trabajo para el nuevo milenio) Takala J., Salud Ocupacional, July-Oct. 2000, Vol.XVIII, No.77, p.30-33. Illus. (In Spanish) Internet: SafeWork is the name of the new occupational safety and health programme developed by the ILO. It gives priority to the workers most exposed to hazardous conditions. Its goals are to develop preventive policies and programmes, to extend protection to the most vulnerable groups of workers, to train personel in government agencies and in employers' and workers' organizations, and to provide better information about the social and economic impact of workers' protection. The strategies and actions of the programme for the next few years are presented. The ILO expects that specialized occupational safety and health institutions will support the programme at a national level. (77464)
CIS 01-1399 Ageing of the working population in the European Union. (Italian: L'invecchiamento dei lavoratori nell'Unione Europea) Ilmarinen J., Costa G., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.279-295. Illus. 9 ref. (In Italian) Internet: After 2010, the number of retired people over 65 years of age in the European Union will be almost double that of 1995. This will have a strong impact on working conditions and the labour market. Work capacity (i.e. ability) is a dynamic process that changes throughout life and depends on the interaction among individual resources, working conditions and society at large. It creates the basis for the employability of an individual, which is also influenced by legislation on work and retirement and by social attitudes such as age discrimination. The Work Ability Index, created and used in a previous Finnish 11-year longitudinal study, has been proved to be a practical tool for the assessment of workers' fitness and as a predictor of work disability. Measures aiming to restore work ability of ageing workers must concentrate on work content, physical work environment and the working community. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77471)
CIS 01-1400 Safety issues in a dynamic business environment. European Process Safety Centre, Institution of Chemical Engineers (IchemE), Davis Building, 165-189 Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 3HQ, United Kingdom, 2000. v, 73p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Price: GBP 35.00, ISBN 0-85285-439-5 (In English) Internet: Proceedings of the European Process Safety Centre conference on safety management in the context of corporate restructuring held in La Hulpe, Belgium, on 16 November 2000. Main topics covered: integration of safety management while reorganizing the company at corporate and site level; macro and micro level organizational changes; challenges posed by merging organizations and their individual safety cultures. (77318)
CIS 01-1401 The guidebook to successful safety programming. Colvin R.J., Lewis Publishers Inc., 121 South Main Street, P.O. Drawer 519, Chelsea, Michigan 48118, USA, 1992. xvii, 292p. Illus. Index., ISBN 0-87371-481-4 (In English) Internet: This guide aimed a safety officers presents elements and activities necessary to implement successful safety and health programmes in an organization. Main topics covered: understanding safety programming; analysing root causes of accidents; management's and supervisors' role; safety committees and safety meetings; accident investigation procedures; hazard identification and control; inspection; teaching and training; employee safety equipment; industrial hygiene practices; facility and process loss of control; emergency planning; safety for handicapped employees; safety off-the-job; how to write safety policies; case studies. (77481)
CIS 01-1402 Workplace injuries and workforce trends. McKnight A., Elias P., Wilson L., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2001. iv, 56p. Illus. 4 ref. Price: GBP 15.00., ISBN 0-7176-1829-3 (In English) Internet: If a job involves heavy manual labour, a greater risk of injury may be associated with it than with a sedentary office job. However, previous research into the incidence of workplace injuries has also shown that some individuals appear to be more likely than others to suffer a workplace injury. Using statistical tools, this study attempts to identify the risk of workplace injury associated with specific personal characteristics as opposed to those which relate to the nature of the job. The main observations include: men are at a higher risk of occupational injury than women, even after adjustment for the risk inherent to the activity; metalworking and transport are high risk occupations; construction is no more risky than health and social work after adjustment for the inherently risky nature of the sector; workers are most likely to experience occupational injuries during the first 12 months of employment, and particularly during the first 6 months in a new job. (77553)
CIS 01-1403 Statistics of mines in India - Vol. I (Coal) 1996. Directorate-General of Mines Safety, Dhanbad, India, 1998. vii, 170p. Price: INR 171.00. (In English) Internet: This document presents detailed statistics on coal mines in India for the year 1996 as well as statistical trends from 1983 to 1996. Contents: employment and output figures by type of mine and by state; trends in consumption of explosives and machinery; production of soft and hard coke; trends in import and export of coke, coal and lignite; trends in earnings index; trends in accidents, serious injuries, fatalities and dangerous occurrences. 131 cases of fatal accidents occurring in 1996 are described. (77560)
CIS 01-1404 The new Labour Act. (French: La nouvelle loi sur le travail) Gisler M., Office cantonal de l'inspection et des relations du travail (OCIRT), Case postale 3974, 1211 Genève 3, Switzerland, 2nd ed., Nov. 2000. 73 p. Illus. (In French) Internet: The new revision of the federal Labour Act in Switzerland came into effect on 1 August 2000 (see CIS 01-1272). This revision was necessary in order to comply with the principle of sexual equality enshrined in the constitution. Other changes concern flexibility in work-time schedules and in work organization. The revision also provides an opportunity to re-emphasize that the law is primarily aimed at ensuring the protection of the physical and mental health of workers. This publication presents both the Act and the ordinances issued under it, and it includes examples and comments to make them more easily understandable. (77369)
CIS 01-1405 Case law of the environment, health and safety at work - 1999/2000. (French: Jurisprudence de l'environnement, de la santé et sécurité au travail) Gabriel D., Editions Tissot, B.P. 109, 74941 Annecy-le-Vieux, France, 2000. 155p., ISBN 2-901806-71-6 (In French) Internet: This publication presents the main jurisprudential rulings made during the year 1999 and in early 2000 in all areas related to environmental, hygiene, and occupational safety and health matters, both in France and at the European Union level. These decisions are annotated further with additional comments drawn from press articles and legal or regulatory texts. (77370)
CIS 01-1406 Tolley's safety, health and environment cases 2001. Lloyd D., Smith H., eds., Butterworths Tolley, 2 Addiscombe Road, Croydon, Surrey CR9 5AF, United Kingdom, 2000. vii, 541p. Index. Price: GBP 65.00., ISBN 0-75450-372-0 (In English) Internet: This manual consists of a compilation of more than 300 summaries of court cases involving occupational safety and health, as well as environmental protection. An introduction describes the United Kingdom court system and summarizes UK and EC law. Each case summary includes the background, the court decision and a comment. Most cases concern the courts of the United Kingdom, although a few examples of rulings of the European Court of Justice are also provided. (77428)
CIS 01-1407 Tolley's practical risk assessment handbook. Bateman M., Butterworths Tolley, 2 Addiscombe Road, Croydon, Surrey CR9 5AF, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., 2000. v, 344p. Illus. Index. Price: GBP 50.00., ISBN 0-75450-749-1 (In English) Internet: Manual containing practical guidance on conducting risk assessments, with reference to United Kingdom legislation. Contents include: requirements of the 1992 Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (see CIS 92-1754); special cases; carrying out risk assessments; assessment records; examples of risk assessments; specialised risk assessment techniques; implementation of precautions; Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) assessments; noise assessment; assessment of manual handling; assessment of display screen equipment (DSE) workstations; assessment of personal protective equipment requirements; fire risk assessment. (77430)
CIS 01-1408 National guide to occupational safety and health in the Republic of Yemen. Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, San'a, Yemen, 1999. 204p. (In Arabic) Internet: Guide to occupational safety and health in the Republic of Yemen issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training. (77482)
CIS 01-1409 Valuation of benefits of health and safety control: Follow-up study. Burton T., Chilton S., Covey J., Gilbert H., Pidgeon N., Jones-Lee M., Loomes G., Robinson A., Twist J., Spencer A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2001. iv, 51p. Illus. 16 ref. Price: GBP 10.00., ISBN 0-7176-1931-1 (In English) Internet: The Ladbroke Grove rail accident of 1999 involving 29 fatalities prompted the Health and Safety Executive to commission this study on the effect of this tragedy on the public's perceptions of rail hazards, and how this might influence their choices for safety prioritization. 150 persons selected in the London commuter belt were interviewed and provided with questionnaires on the importance of rail safety compared to other hazards. The main observation was a clear and statistically significant upward shift in the priority given to rail safety compared to the results of a 1998 study on the perception of hazards from roads, railways, domestic fires and fires in public places. The complete findings of the follow-up study of this accident (CRR 273/2000) were abstracted as CIS 00-1303. (77501)
CIS 01-1410 Stakeholder participation methods: Scoping study. Breakwell G.M., Petts J., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2001. iv, 16p. 53 ref. Price: GBP 10.00., ISBN 0-7176-1934-6 (In English) Internet: This study identifies the additional research needed to establish approaches that can be used to initiate greater awareness and activity concerning safety and health in segments of the public that are difficult to access (DAPs). It reviewed approaches that could be used and those currently used, identifying their effectiveness and impact. Contents include: examining the key characteristics of each DAP segment; assessing the relative value of direct personalized approaches for access to socially excluded groups; establishing and maintaining networks to communicate information to DAPs and collect feedback; informing young men in their workplace about health and safety issues; assessing the effectiveness of reaching micro-firms through relationship marketing, Web-based interactive information and intermediaries; routes of access to participants in the informal economy; relative efficiency of approaches dependent upon content of message and response required. (77552)
CIS 01-1411 Annual report 1999. Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency, 34-4 Kusan-dong, Pupyung-gu, Inchon, Korea 403-711, no date. 122p. Illus. (In English) Internet: In addition to general information on the agency and its major projects, the 1999 annual report of the Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency (KOSHA) presents statistics of industrial accidents and occupational diseases as well as statistical trends from 1970 to 1999. In 1999, an increase in industrial accidents, occupational diseases and fatalities is observed compared to the previous year. The number of injured increased in most industries except in construction and transportation, warehousing and telecommunication; mining and fishery had the highest rates. Workplaces with less than 50 employees accounted for 61.6% of the total number of accidents. The trend in occupational diseases shows a decrease of certain occupational diseases (pneumoconiosis, diseases due to noise, organic solvents, metals and metal alloys) but an increase of other work-related diseases (heart and cerebrovascular diseases, musculoskeletal diseases, low-back pain). (77559)
CIS 01-1412 Specification for personal eye-protectors - Part 1: General requirements. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 1999. 63p. Illus. 16 ref., ISBN 9971-67-808-X (In English) Internet: This is the first part of the standard on personal eye protectors, based on ISO 4849. It deals with general considerations relating to eye protectors such as designation, classification, requirements applicable to all eye-protectors, certain specific requirements, sampling and identification. It was prepared so as to be in line with the current international standard, with the aim of providing a wider range of safety eye protectors to the wearers. See also CIS 01-1413. (77503)
CIS 01-1413 Specification for personal eye-protectors - Part 2: Selection, use and maintenance. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 1999. 33p. 3 ref., ISBN 9971-67-809-8 (In English) Internet: This is the second part of the standard on personal eye protectors, providing guidance to the selection of eye protectors as a function of the intended use, the working environment and the protection against specific hazards. Selection criteria include luminous transmittance, resistance to physical impact from dust and metallic particles, molten slag, chemical droplets and splashes, as well protection from exposure to gases and heat. A final section covers the issues of maintenance and identification markings. See also CIS 01-1412. (77504)
CIS 01-1414 Safety health environment management (SHE) systems for small to medium-sized enterprises. Jacobsson A., European Process Safety Centre, Institution of Chemical Engineers (IchemE), Davis Building, 165-189 Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 3HQ, United Kingdom, 2000. vi, 118p. Illus. 17 ref. Price: GBP 45.00, ISBN 0-85295-433-6 (In English) Internet: This guide, an expanded edition of a book originally published in Swedish, and aimed at small to medium-sized enterprises, outlines a simple way of achieving an integrated safety, health and environment (SHE) management system. It will allow organizations to build efficient SHE management systems specific to their requirements, based on the methodology described for a model company. The guide also contains 38 examples of SHE procedures applicable to specific activities. (77319)
CIS 01-1415 Health and safety at the workplace - Trade union experiences in Central and Eastern Europe. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. CD-ROM for Windows 9x, 2000, Me or NT. (In English) Internet: This CD-ROM on trade union experiences about safety and health conditions at the workplace in Central and Eastern Europe published by the Central and Eastern European team of the ILO presents the reports of questionnaire surveys carried out in Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, the Russian Federation, the Slovak Republic and Ukraine among trade union representatives (see also CIS 01-1416, CIS 01-1417, CIS 01-1418, CIS 01-1419, CIS 01-1420, CIS 01-1421, CIS 01-1422 and CIS 01-1423) as well as maps and slides. (77541)
CIS 01-1416 Health and safety at the workplace - Trade union experiences in Central and Eastern Europe. Rice A., Repo P., ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. xiv, 156p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112351-0 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe. The survey was based on a questionnaire carried out in Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, the Russian Federation, the Slovak Republic and Ukraine among trade union representatives (see also CIS 01-1415). The questionnaire was designed to build up a picture of the main concerns and experiences of workers on the shop-floor to use as a basis for collective action to improve working conditions in the workplace and at the national level. (77542)
CIS 01-1417 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in the Russian Federation. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 104p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112348-0 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in the Russian Federation, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety problems mentioned were lighting, electrical hazards and hand tools, and the most common health hazards were noise, dust and fumes, and eye strain. 87% of the workplaces carried out monitoring of exposure levels, and medical examinations were common in almost all the workplaces. Safety and health training was given in 93.8% of the surveyed workplaces. In the Russian sample, trade union membership level was very high and trade unions took on a fairly active role in occupational safety and health issue. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77543)
CIS 01-1418 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in Lithuania. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 113p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112347-2 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in Lithuania, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety problems mentioned were lighting, electrical hazards and being stuck by objects, and the most common health hazards were eye strain, noise and irritants. Monitoring of exposure levels was carried out in only 52.6% of the workplaces, and medical examinations in 80.6%. Only 37.8% of the workstations were designed with safety in mind. In most workplaces workers received safety and health training, but only 38% of the respondents thought it was adequate. In Lithuania, trade unions play a modest role in occupational safety and health. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77544)
CIS 01-1419 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in Hungary. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 120p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112346-4 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in Hungary, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety problems mentioned were transport of materials, lifting and falls, and the most common health hazards were noise, eye strain and an uncomfortable working position. Monitoring of exposure levels was carried out in 79.5% of the workplaces, and almost all workplaces carried out medical examinations. Safety and health training was given in 95% of the workplaces surveyed. Trade unions were poorly informed about some occupational safety and health issues. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77545)
CIS 01-1420 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in the Czech Republic. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 117p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112345-6 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in the Czech Republic, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety issues were falls, lifting, transport of materials and floor conditions, and the most common health hazards were noise, dust and fumes, vibration and eye strain. Monitoring of exposure levels was carried out in 78.3% of the workplaces, and almost all workplaces carried out medical examinations. Safety and health training was given in 95% of the workplaces surveyed. In the Czech Republic, trade unions generally played an important role in occupational safety and health issues. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77546)
CIS 01-1421 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in Bulgaria. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 113p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112344-8 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in Bulgaria, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety issue mentioned was fire hazards, and the most common health hazards were noise, eye strain and irritants. Monitoring of exposure levels was carried out in 79.7% of the workplaces, and 77.7% of the workplaces carried out medical examinations. Training in safe handling of materials was given in 84.9% of the workplaces and training in safety procedures in 82.9%. In Bulgaria trade unions generally played an important role in occupational safety and health issues. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77547)
CIS 01-1422 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in the Slovak Republic. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 114p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112349-9 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in the Slovak Republic, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety problems were falls, transport of materials and floor conditions and the most common health hazards were noise, dusts and fumes, and eye strain. Monitoring of exposure levels was carried out in 73% of the workplaces, and almost all the workplaces carried out medical examinations. Training in safe handling of materials and in safety procedures was given in almost all workplaces. In the Slovakian sample, trade unions had an active role in the monitoring of the workplace but a rather limited role in occupational health services and training. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77548)
CIS 01-1423 Trade union experiences in safety and health at the workplace in Ukraine. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2000. 115p. Illus., ISBN 92-2-112350-2 (In English) Internet: This publication presents the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among trade union representatives in Ukraine, as part of the ILO survey on safety and health conditions at the workplace and the impact of work activities on the general environment in eight countries of Central and Eastern Europe (see CIS 01-1416). The most common safety problems were electrical hazards, being struck by objects, falls, lifting, transport of materials and hand tools and the most common health hazards were noise, eye strain and dusts and fumes. Monitoring of exposure levels was carried out in 80.2% of the workplaces, and 88.7% of the workplaces carried out medical examinations. Safety and health training was extensive in workplaces surveyed. In the Ukrainian sample, average trade union membership level was very high and trade unions generally played an important role in safety and health issues. This report is also available on CD-ROM (see CIS 01-1415). (77549)
CIS 01-1424 Incidence of occupational asthma by occupation and industry in Finland. Karjalainen A., Kurppa K., Virtanen S., Keskinen H., Nordman H., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.451-458. 30 ref. (In English) Internet: The objective of this study was to calculate the incidence of notified occupational asthma (OA) by occupation, industry and causative agent in Finland from 1989 to 1995. The numbers of cases of reported OA were retrieved from the Finnish Registry of Occupational Diseases for the population between 20 and 64 years of age, while the numbers of employed workers were retrieved from national statistics. Incidence rates were calculated for each occupation and industry, as well as for the total workforce. Altogether 2602 cases of OA were notified and the mean annual incidence rate was 17.4 cases/100,000 employed workers. The incidence rate was the highest among bakers, painters and lacquerers, veterinary surgeons, chemical workers, farmers, animal husbandry workers, food manufacturing workers, welders, plastic product workers, butchers and sausage makers, and floor layers. Cases caused by animal epithelia, hairs and secretions, or flour, grain and fodder accounted for 60% of the total. (77261)
CIS 01-1425 Nature, incidence, and cause of work-related amputations in Minnesota. Boyle D., Parker D., Larson C., Pessoa-Brandão L., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.542-550. 12 ref. (In English) Internet: The Minnesota Sentinel Event Notification System for Occupational Risks (SENSOR) has collected data on the nature, incidence and cause of work-related amputation injuries that have taken place since 1992. SENSOR defined an amputation as any finger amputation or the loss of any other body part. A total of 832 workers were identified as having amputation injuries between 1994 and 1995 and 72% of these workers completed telephone interviews. The amputation injury rate for Minnesota workers was found to be 39 per 100,000 workers, with agriculture and manufacturing having the highest rates. Sixty-six percent of the injuries involved one finger; 14% involved two or more fingers. Persons working with machinery reported 73% of the injuries. A closer examination of the incidence and causes for amputation injuries shows that these were not random events. (77268)
CIS 01-1426 Occupational bladder cancer mortality among racial and ethnic minorities in 21 States. Schulz M.R., Loomis D., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.90-98. 43 ref. (In English) Internet: Occupational bladder cancer mortality among minority racial and ethnic groups is not well documented in the United States. Race, ethnicity and sex-specific bladder cancer mortality (1985-1992) of workers employed in 21 states was examined. Mortality of specific racial-ethnic occupational groups was compared separately with workers in the specific occupation and with members of the specific racial/ethnic group. This study identified elevated bladder cancer mortality among African American males and females and Hispanic males in several occupational groups with exposure to suspected bladder carcinogens as well as among Asian males in sales (PMR = 2.13) and Asian females in the precision production sector (PMR = 5.25). (77316)
CIS 01-1427 CAREX: International information system on occupational exposure to carcinogenic agents in Europe - Occupational exposure to carcinogenic agents in France from 1990 to 1993. (French: CAREX: Système international d'information sur l'exposition professionnelle aux agents cancérogènes en Europe - Résultats des estimations pour la France pendant les années 1990-1993) Vincent R., Kauppinen T., Toikkanen J., Pedersen D., Young R., Kogevinas M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1999, No.176, p.49-58. Illus. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: CAREX (Carcinogen Exposure), an international database of occupational exposure to carcinogens, provides access to specific data by country and industry. It includes data on 139 carcinogenic agents evaluated by the IARC. Occupational exposure to these carcinogenic agents was estimated for each of the 15 Member States of the European Union. In France, approximately 5 million workers were potentially exposed to the IARC carcinogens covered by CAREX. The most common exposures were solar radiation (15 million workers exposed at least 75% of working time), tobacco smoke in the workplace (12 million at least 75% of working time), radon (500,000), diesel exhaust (400,000), sulfuric acid mist (400,000), formaldehyde (300,000), wood dust (180,000), tetrachloroethylene (140,000), asbestos (140,000), and lead and inorganic lead compounds (140,000). (77353)
CIS 01-1428 Retrospective cross-sectional study: Lumbar pathology - Effects of manual handling, posture and exposure to vibration. (French: Enquête transversale rétrospective: pathologie lombaire - Effets de la manutention manuelle, de la posture et de l'exposition aux vibrations) Meyer J.P., Flenghi D., Deschamps J.P., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 4th Quarter 1999, No.80, p.355-366. Illus. 26 ref. (In French) Internet: The objective of this study was to quantify the effects of occupational strain on the severity and frequency of back pain, as well as its consequences in terms of lost work days and medical treatment. The specificity of this study is to associate occupational strain with a detailed clinical classification of back pain based on data collected from interviews with workers. The study was carried out on a population of workers exposed to three types of strain which are generally accepted as representing risk factors for the lumbar column, namely manual handling, whole-body vibration and prolonged special postures. The age and body mass index of subjects are the individual characteristics most closely linked to back pain. Among women, periods of pain are most frequent among manual handlers or subjects exposed to prolonged special postures. Lost work days are significantly more frequent and prolonged among manual handling workers or those exposed to vibrations than among the reference population. (77355)
CIS 01-1429 Occupational ageing and cardiovascular diseases. (Italian: Invecchiamento lavorativo e patologie cardiovascolari) Cesana G,, Ferrario M., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.334-341. 36 ref. (In Italian) Internet: Coronary events and circulatory diseases affecting the brain are common among older workers. Particular attention has to be given to a variety of factors (environmental, social and occupational) in order to reduce the incidence of these conditions. Cardiovascular mortality seems to increase with heavy industrialization processes and lower socio-economic and educational status. Beside the consideration of traditional risk factors (e.g.: cholesterol, high blood pressure and smoking), other risk factors need to be further studied. A few cohort or population studies have shown an independent and inverse relationship between low levels of job control and coronary disease. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77475)
CIS 01-1430 Ageing at work and musculoskeletal disorders. (Italian: Invecchiamento lavorativo ed alterazioni muscoloscheletriche) Occhipinti E., Colombini D., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.342-353. Illus. 19 ref. (In Italian) Internet: The relationship between ageing and work-related musculoskeletal disorders of the spine and upper limbs is discussed. Regarding the spine, from pathogenetic and epidemiological data, there is evidence that ageing induces a progressive increase in the occurrence of spondylitis and of joint diseases. For upper limb disorders the age factor is still under debate and in any case it does not seem to be of great importance. Older workers subject to fixed postures and repetitive movements of the upper limbs ought to adopt general measures of prevention such as those used for other workers. However, specific measures are required for older workers exposed to manual material handling. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77476)
CIS 01-1431 Proportionate mortality among unionized roofers and waterproofers. Stern F.B., Ruder A.M., Chen G., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.478-492. 53 ref. (In English) Internet: The U.S. roofing industry comprises around 25,000 firms, employing approximately 300,000 people, about 200,000 of whom are involved in the application of roofs. The toxins to which roofers may be exposed include bitumens, as well as asbestos and fibreglass from roof removal operations. This study evaluated causes of mortality among 11,144 members of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers. Age-adjusted proportionate mortality ratios were computed using U.S. age-, sex-, and race-specific proportional mortality rates for 1950-1996. Significantly increased mortality ratios were found for all injuries, especially falls and other injuries, cancers of the lung, bladder, oesophagus, larynx, and cancers of other and unspecified sites, pneumoconioses and other nonmalignant respiratory diseases, and homicides. The occupational exposures which may have contributed to the excess risks of malignant and nonmalignant respiratory diseases include, among others, asphalt fumes, coal tar pitch volatiles and asbestos. (77264)
CIS 01-1432 Mortality among three refinery/petrochemical plant cohorts - I. 1970 to 1982 active/terminated workers; II. Retirees. Lewis R.J., Gamble J.F., Jorgensen G., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, July 2000, Vol.42, No.7, p.721-729; p.730-736. 53 ref. (In English) Internet: This study updates mortality rates for 19,075 workers at three refinery and petrochemical plants in the United States. Results indicated deficits of deaths for all causes, all malignant neoplasms, and respiratory and prostate cancer. A significant increase in leukaemia among male subjects (standardized mortality ratio (SMR) = 181) was found for one of the locations, which showed trends of increasing SMRs with increasing tenure. This excess was largely due to increased chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (SMR 351). The rate of kidney cancer also remained elevated among male subjects at one of the locations, but this finding was no longer significant, and there were no patterns in SMRs by tenure and latency. Mesothelioma was increased at two locations (SMR 198 and 246). A second part of the study updates mortality data for 6238 retirees from the same three plants. Almost 90% of the cohort was deceased. Deaths from all causes (SMR 104) and all cancers (SMR 109) were elevated. Increased deaths due to kidney cancer, mesothelioma, and other lymphatic and haemopoietic tissue cancers were also observed. (77270)
CIS 01-1433 Aetiology of nasal cancer in the woodworking industry. (German: Zur Frage der Ätiologie von Nasentumoren in der Holzwirtschaft) Wolf J., Fengel D., Klein R.G., Scheithauer M., Schmezer P., Schroeder H.G., Woeste W., Gefahrstoffe Reinhaltung der Luft, Nov.-Dec. 1998, Vol.58, No.11-12, p.455-461. Illus. 17 ref. (In German) Internet: In order to be able to differentiate between the effects on nasal tissue of oak- and beechwood dust from those of lacquers, solvents, wood preservatives and glues used in the woodworking industry, the following studies were conducted: the changes of the nasal tissue of workers exposed to oak- and beechwood dust with and without additional exposure to other substances were determined and compared with those in an unexposed control group. Hyperplasias of the cylindrical cells were significantly more frequent in woodworkers than in the non-exposed group. Of the 144 woodworkers examined, 105 were found to be also exposed to wood preservatives. The latency period for the development of adenocarcinoma of the nose was found to be 40-44 years. In animal testing, malignant tumours were observed only in animals exposed to solvents-containing wood preservatives in addition to oakwood dust. (77500)
CIS 01-1434 Occupational health in developing countries. (Spanish: Salud ocupacional en los países en desarrollo) Facci R., Salud Ocupacional, July-Oct. 2000, Vol.XVIII, No.77, p.13-17. Illus. 13 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: 70% out of world population live in developing countries. This article analyses the characteristic features of developing countries and the occupational health problems that they have. Globalization constitutes a major challenge. International organizations such as the WHO, ILO and ICOH as well as national occupational safety and health institutions need to work together to develop frameworks that can be adopted into national legislations, and to encourage an occupational medicine culture, so as to respond effectively to the globalization challenge in the new millennium. All this requires the analysis of new markets, new participants, new regulations and new communication tools. (77462)
CIS 01-1435 The ESTEV study on relationship between health, work and ageing in Italy. (Italian: L'indagine ESTEV sulle relazioni salute, lavoro e invecchiamento in Italia) Barbini N., Squadroni R., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.366-378. Illus. 17 ref. (In Italian) Internet: A longitudinal epidemiological study into the relationships between age, work and health is under way in different geographical areas throughout Italy. It concerns a population of approximately 2,000 employees from a variety of production sectors. The workers are selected in five groups according to their age: 32, 37, 42, 47 and 52 years. The research tool is modelled on French investigations ESTEV (Enquête Santé Travail Et Vieillissement) and VISAT (Vieillissement Santé Travail). The former was conducted on a sample of 20,000 French workers, while the latter on approximately 3,000 workers, involving a set of three questionnaires. The first questionnaire regarded the occupations; the second: life style and self-assessed health; the third: current and previous illnesses and some clinical-instrumental parameters. The Italian study is planned to be carried out in two phases: a first survey and a second one five years later on the same subjects, comparing then the results of other European countries. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77478)
CIS 01-1436 Work capacity and ageing. (Italian: Capacità di lavoro e invecchiamento) Costa G., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.302-312. 29 ref. (In Italian) Internet: Ageing involves a progressive and overall deterioration of the various physiological systems of the human body: these changes, however, are not sufficiently severe for most people over 50 to be considered as too old or unfit for work. Many studies have examined the issue, measuring work capacity not only in terms of biological age, but also of functional age and actual work output. Job demands often do not follow the natural biological and pathological changes of the individual and consequently the relative work load can be higher in older workers. Ageing also means a professional growth in terms of strategic ability, wisdom and experience. An increased flexibility and personally tailored measures are needed, as shown by recent surveys in some European countries, aimed at reducing age discrimination and work disability. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77472)
CIS 01-1437 Occupational medicine issues and proposals for reform. (French: Réflexions et propositions pour une réforme de la médecine du travail) Méreau M., Frys I., Institut de Médecine du Travail du Nord de la France, Lille, France, 1999. 36p. (guide); 16p. (appendix)., ISBN 2-912-624-06-1, ISBN 2-912-624-07-X (In French) Internet: After having identified the needs for occupational medicine in France at the dawn of the third millennium, this article defines ten consensual principles. A total of 33 proposals are made, grouped into four classes: tasks and purpose (evaluation and control of occupational hazards, adapting medical surveillance to specific risks and situations); organization (establishing regional pluridisciplinary teams); financing, operation and management of occupational health services; supervision (encouraging the activities, guaranteeing the results). The appendix to this booklet includes additional comments on organization at the regional level, the establishment of local or regional technical teams and the means of improving the cost effectiveness of occupational medicine. (77359)
CIS 01-1438 Technical and ethical guidelines for workers' health surveillance. (Chinese: Gong ren jian kang jian hu ji shu he lun li dao de zhi dao yuan zhe) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2001. ix, 41p. (In Chinese) Internet: Chinese translation of the ILO publication analysed under CIS 00-1624. (77487)
CIS 01-1439 Ageing and work: Health aspects in cleaners. (Italian: Invecchiamento e lavoro: aspetti sanitari nelle attività di pulizia) De Vito G., Molteni G., Camerino D., Bordini L., Molinari M, Capodaglio P., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.387-402. Illus. 54 ref. (In Italian) Internet: Since negative outcomes for health are possible when an age-related imbalance appears between physical workload and work capacity, cleaning is considered to be a suitable activity for the studying of the relationship between ageing and physically demanding jobs. Workers in this profession, mostly women, generally have low social status and are poorly educated with low levels of income and social support. The actual study involved 49 cleaners, all female, in the Italian cities of Milan and Pavia (average age: 37.8 and 34.8, respectively). The pathologies found were, mostly, musculoskeletal diseases. An increased prevalence of disorders of the elbow, the wrist, the hand and the cervical spine was revealed. These conditions seemed to be caused by poor work organization and non-ergonomic tools. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77480)
CIS 01-1440 Safety awareness among New York farmers. Hwang S.A., Gomez M.I., Stark A.D., Lowery St. John T., Pantea C.I., Hallman E.M., May J.J., Scofield S.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.71-81. 19 ref. (In English) Internet: This study was conducted to assess the health status and safety practices among year-round adult farm workers and residents and included a telephone interview survey of 1,727 persons from 552 farms in the state of New York (US). Significant predictors of making substitutions in the use of chemicals and major changes to equipment include younger age, more persons on the farm and higher gross sales. Having training is associated with having more than a high school education. Among all participants, the perception that personal protective equipment is useful is associated with being younger, male, an owner-operator or worker, and having at least a high school education. These findings suggest that older and less educated farmers should be targeted for health and safety programmes. (77314)
CIS 01-1441 Incidence of unintentional injuries in farming based on one year of weekly registration in Danish farms. Rasmussen K., Carstensen O., Lauritsen J.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.82-89. 15 ref. (In English) Internet: In a study of farm accidents and injuries in Denmark, 393 farms with employing 1,597 persons participated in a 1-year self-registration of work-related incidents. 479 occupational accidents were reported, of which 389 resulted in an injury. Persons below the age of 50 had an approximately double risk compared with those over 50 years of age. Summer and autumn had a double relative incidence compared with winter and spring. Among farm owners, 35% experienced at least one injury per year, while this was the case for 17% of farm laborers. When adjusting for work hours, the increased frequency of injuries among farm owners was reduced to a factor of 1.5. Animal-related work was the most common cause of injury. Repair and maintenance of field equipment was found to be the most dangerous task. (77315)
CIS 01-1442 Farming: Legal framework - Statistics. (Spanish: La actividad agraria. Marco legal - Estadísticas) Amadori S., Salud Ocupacional, Nov.-Dec. 2000, Vol.XVIII, No.78, p.4-9. Illus. (In Spanish) Internet: Farming is one of the most dangerous occupations worldwide. In Argentina, there are two main farming sectors: the first, characterized by subsistence agriculture and low levels of training, the second, using highly automated processes, attaining high productivity with fewer workers. Subcontracting labour, which includes the employment of migratory workers, poses its own challenges. In order to improve working conditions, several social service bodies related to occupational health have developed regulations for health and safety in agriculture, which contributed to the issuing of Decree No.617/97 (CIS 98-382). The main chapters of these regulations are reviewed. The article also presents accident statistics for the agricultural sector for 1999 by branch, causal agent and type of accident, as well as statistics on occupational diseases and cases of pesticide poisoning. 103 fatal occupational accidents were registered during 1999 in the agricultural sector. (77465)
CIS 01-1443 Musculoskeletal symptoms among women currently and formerly working in fish-filletting plants. Ólafsdóttir H., Rafnsson V., International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health, Jan.-Mar. 2000, Vol.6, No.1, p.44-49. 21 ref. (In English) Internet: Women currently or formerly working in fish-filletting plants in Iceland were surveyed to evaluate their musculoskeletal symptoms, using the standardized Nordic Questionnaire on musculoskeletal symptoms. The women's work consisted of cutting and trimming fish fillets, which were transported to and from the work stations by conveyor belts. The prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms during the preceding 12 months was higher among former than current workers. The Mantel-Haenszel odds ratio for symptoms of the fingers, ankles and wrists hindering normal work during the preceding 12 months were 7.1, 5.3, and 3.4, resspectively. The higher prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms among those who had stopped working at the fish-filletting plants than among those continuing to do so indicates a healthy-worker selection. There may be a causal relationship between musculoskeletal symptoms and ceasing to work at the plants. (77307)
CIS 01-1444 Office workplaces on construction sites. (German: Büroarbeitsplätze auf Baustellen) Schletter D., BAU-BG Aktuell, 2000, No.2, p.20-21. Illus. (In German) Internet: Temporary offices are often installed at construction sites for technical and commercial personnel in order to enable them to react rapidly to changes or failures during the construction. However, these workplaces are not necessarily covered in the safety and health measures practiced on the site. This article reviews the main problems encountered in such offices: inappropriate office furniture; awkward thermal environment; too little space; storage of dangerous substances; inappropriate workplace location (near a crane); insufficient lighting. It is proposed that office workplaces on construction sites be integrated in the risk analysis in order to improve their safety. A check list for assessing VDU-workplaces on construction sites is included. (77495)
CIS 01-1445 Service sector. Salie F., Niu S., Mkandawire M.C., Obua P., Okimait A., Asuzu M.C., Fajola A., Lethinen S., Mbise G.L., Mununa F.T., Lekei E.E., African Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, Dec. 2000, Vol.10, No.3, p.55-79 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English) Internet: The service sector is an important facet within the labour market, especially in developing countries, and yet the safety and health of the workers in this sector is an aspect often neglected. Main topic covered in this issue: strategies to improve occupational safety and health in the health care sector; challenges for occupational safety and health in Malawi; occupational safety and health services in Uganda; occupational and primary health care self-help programs for mechanic village groups in Nigeria; report on the 26th World Congress of International Commission on Occupational Health (ICOH) in Singapore; hazards in service sectors in Tanzania; health research for development; involvement of children in the application and sale of pesticides in Tanzania. (77550)
CIS 01-1446 Safety climate and its association with injuries and safety practices in public hospitals in Costa Rica. Felknor S.A., Aday L.A., Burau K.D., Delclos G.L., Kapadia A.S., International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health, Jan.-Mar. 2000, Vol.6, No.1, p.18-25. Illus. 18 ref. (In English) Internet: In response to growing concerns for occupational health and safety in the public hospital system in Costa Rica, a cross-sectional survey of 1,000 hospital-based health care workers was conducted in 1997 to collect baseline data that are being used to develop worker training programmes in occupational health. The objectives of this survey were to: 1) describe the safety climate within the national hospital system, 2) identify factors associated with safety, and 3) evaluate the relationship between safety climate and workplace injuries and safety practices of employees. The safety climate was found to be very poor. The two most significant predictors of safety climate were training and administrative support for safety. Safety climate was a statistically significant predictor of workplace injuries and safety practices, respectively, and there was an underreporting rate of 71% of workplace injuries. These findings underscore the need for improvement of the safety climate in the public hospital system in Costa Rica. (77305)
CIS 01-1447 Child labor and health: Problems and perspectives. Fassa A.G., Facchini L.A., Dall'Agnol M.M., Christiani D.C., International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health, Jan.-Mar. 2000, Vol.6, No.1, p.55-62, 63-67. Illus. 23 ref. (In English) Internet: Child labour remains a widespread problem. Although it can have positive effects, in some situations it has negative effects on the health and development of children. Although mainly a problem in developing countries, it is also possible to find child workers, some working in hazardous activities, in developed countries. The child labour profiles in developed and developing countries, the principal occupations of children, and their concomitant hazards are described. The article summarizes the epidemiological evidence for a greater impact of some occupational exposures on the health of children when compared with adults, discusses theoretical concerns about the impact of child labour on health, and suggests policies that can be used to combat harmful child labour. The article is followed by a commentary on the subject by two university professors in Britain (Woolfson C.A. and Beck M.), including a list of websites documenting child labour. (77308)
CIS 01-1448 Deficiencies and resources of working population in relation to age: A multidisciplinary approach. (Italian: Deficienze e risorse dei lavoratori in relazione all'età: un approccio multidisciplinare) Volkoff S., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.313-325. Illus. 21 ref. (In Italian) Internet: In highly demanding working conditions (shift work, time-pressure jobs and adaptation to modern technology or skill diversification) an increasing proportion of older employees may cause serious problems. Specific epidemiological methods are required for their study. An ergonomic approach allows to improve the understanding of changes in work behaviour with the increase of age, of experience and of skills. Older workers are in principle able, consciously or unconsciously, to modify their operating modes (movements, work pace, posture, etc.), to reduce their effort level in some subtasks and to make more plans in order to avoid emergency situations. Such strategies however can only be implemented, if the conditions and organization of work foster and promote them. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77473)
CIS 01-1449 Coordination of safety and health protection on building sites: Manual. (German: Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsschutz-Koordination auf Baustellen: Handbuch) Tepasse R., ed., Erich Schmidt Verlag GmbH & Co., Genthiner Str. 30G, 10785 Berlin, Germany, 3rd ed., 2001. 575p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: EUR 49.80., ISBN 3-503-05963-6 (In German) Internet: Handbook on the coordination of occupational safety and health efforts on construction sites, with particular reference to the special training of those responsible for safety and health and on relevant legislation in Germany. (77554)
CIS 01-1450 European Week for Safety and Health at Work: From workplace design to business management - Information workshop for the automobile service and repair trade. (German: Europäische Woche für Sicherheit und Gesundheit bei der Arbeit. Von der Werkstattplanung bis zur Führung des Betriebes. Informationstagung für das Kfz-Handwerk) Kiesau G., Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin, ed., Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Postfach 10 11 10, 27511 Bremerhaven, Germany, 1999. 230p. Illus., ISBN 3-89701-343-4 (In German) Internet: Proceedings of a meeting on occupational safety and health in automobile repair shops held in Dortmund, Germany, 30 October 1998. Main topics covered: design and operation of modern repair shops; health promotion; presence of dangerous substances; support from specialized safety and health experts; recycling from the standpoint of both safety and environmental aspects; management systems; safety and health organization in the shops; exposure to carbon monoxide. (77331)
CIS 01-1451 Work past the age of 45: Historical, psychological and physiological perspectives of older people in employment. (German: Arbeit über 45: Historische, psychologische und physiologische Perspektiven älterer Menschen im Berufsleben) Aronsson G., Kilbom Å, Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin (BAuA), eds., Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Bürgermeister-Smidt-Str. 74-76, 27568 Bremerhaven, Germany, 2001. 247p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Price: EUR 19.50., ISBN 3-89701-702-4 (In German) Internet: Collection of 13 scientific articles dealing with the various factors affecting the working ability of workers past the age of 45. Among the subjects treated: workload and how it affects older workers; how new knowledge is acquired by older workers; psychological changes in older workers; relationship between age and accident proneness. (77410)
CIS 01-1452 Safety and health in construction - Code of practice. (Polish: Kodeks BHP w budownictwie - Bezpieczeństwo i higiena pracy w budownictwie) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1998. 164p. Index., ISBN 83-909881-1-9 (In Polish) Internet: Polish translation of document analysed under CIS 92-894. The objective of this code is to provide practical guidance on a legal, administrative, technical and educational framework for safety and health in construction. It applies to building activities, civil engineering, erection and dismantling of prefabricated buildings and structures, manufacturing and erection of oil rigs and of offshore installations while under construction on shore. Aspects covered: general duties of workers and employers; safety of workplaces; scaffolds and ladders; lifting appliances and gear; transport and earthmoving equipment; machinery and equipment; work at heights, including roof work; excavations; work in compressed air; concrete work; pile-driving; work over water; electricity; explosives; health hazards and first aid; protective equipment; welfare; information and training; reporting of accidents and diseases. (77483)
CIS 01-1453 Effects of screen type, ambient illumination, and color combination on VDT visual performance and subjective preference. Shieh K.K., Lin C.C., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Nov. 2000, Vol.26, No.5, p.527-536. Illus. 29 ref. (In English) Internet: The effects of screen type, ambient illumination, and the target and background colour combination on visual identification performance and subjective preference for visual display terminal (VDT) screen characteristics were studied. Screen type significantly affected visual performance, subjects performing better with the thin film transistor liquid crystal display than with the cathode ray tube. Visual performance was better under 450 lx ambient illumination versus 200 lx. Colour combination also significantly affected visual performance, with blue letters on a yellow background resulting in the best performance and purple-on-red the worst. These were also the best and worst subjective preferences. (77289)
CIS 01-1454 Personal protective equipment with built-in electronics - Reliability. (French: Equipements de protection individuelle comportant des circuits électroniques - Sûreté de fonctionnement) Buchweiller J.P., Mayer A., Klein P., Iotti J.M., Kusy A., Reinert D., Christ E., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 2nd Quarter 2000, No.179, p.51-60. Illus. 10 ref. (In French) Internet: Integrated electronics are used in certain kinds of personal protective equipment (PPE), either to provide the protection function itself (hearing protection, welding masks) or to generate indications or alarms (respiratory protective devices). The use of this technology raises questions concerning the level of protection provided by this type of PPE, and also its conformity with the essential requirements stipulated in the relevant European directive. The level of protection provided must be at least equivalent to that of "conventional" PPEs. This article proposes a methodology used in the field of machinery safeguarding, based on the determination of risk index and the dependability approach. The purpose of this methodology is to categorize the equipment in accordance with standard EN 954-1. For each category in this standard, a different set of technical measures is applied when designing PPE with electronic circuitry in order to achieve the desired level of protection. (77274)
CIS 01-1455 Code of practice for safe use of industrial robots. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 1999. 34p. Illus. 4 ref., ISBN 9971-67-763-6 (In English) Internet: This standard provides guidance for the assurance of safety in the design and construction of robots. Since safety during the use of industrial robots is influenced by the design and conditions of application of the particular robot system, an additional purpose is to provide guidelines for the safeguarding of personnel during the installation, functional testing, programming, operation, maintenance and repair of robots and robot systems. (77509)
CIS 01-1456 Visual display units: Radiation protection guidance. International Radiation Protection Association (IRPA), ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1998. 107p. 89 ref. (In Arabic) Internet: Arabic translation of the ILO publication analysed under CIS 94-693. It provides an overview of knowledge concerning radiation issues of work with visual display units (VDUs). Contents: principles of VDU construction; types, sources, measurements and levels of electromagnetic fields from VDUs; assessment of exposure and laboratory studies; health effects and human studies; organization of prevention and control measures. In appendix: statement of the IRCA Committee concerning alleged radiation risks from VDUs. As an overall conclusion based on current biomedical knowledge, it is stated that there are no health hazards associated with electromagnetic radiation or fields from VDUs. Further research is recommended, however, in particular in order to find out whether some skin complaints might be related to VDU work, and whether there might exist interactions between low-frequency magnetic fields and biological systems. (77485)
CIS 01-1457 Lung cancer and exposure to man-made vitreous fibers: Results from a pooled case-control study in Germany. Pohlabeln H., Jöckel K.H., Brüske-Hohlfeld I., Möhner M., Ahrens W., Bolm-Audorff U., Arhelger R., Römer W., Kreienbrock L., Kreuzer M., Jahn I., Wichmann H.E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.469-477. 38 ref. (In English) Internet: To investigate the association between lung cancer and occupational exposure to man-made vitreous fibres (MMVF), 3498 male patients with histologically- or cytologically-verified primary lung cancer were compared with 3541 male controls drawn at random from the general population and matched to cases by age and place of residence. A total of 304 cases and 170 controls reported to have worked with glass wool insulation or mineral wool mats. Coded as ever/never exposed, the odds ratio was 1.48 adjusted for smoking and asbestos. To exclude any confounding effect of asbestos, a group of cases and controls who insulated with glass wool or mineral wool mats only and never reported any asbestos exposure was identified, for which an odds ratio of 1.56 after adjustment for smoking was found. This study provides some indication for an excess risk of MMVF which persists after adjustment for smoking and asbestos. (77263)
CIS 01-1458 Wood dust exposure and cancer incidence: A retrospective cohort study of furniture workers in Estonia. Innos K., Rahu M., Rahu K., Lang I., Leon D.A., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.501-511. 36 ref. (In English) Internet: In a retrospective cohort study of furniture workers, cancer incidence in 3723 men and 3063 women between 1968 and 1995 was compared to the incidence in the general population of Estonia. Cancer risks were analysed by employment duration and occupation. The standardized incidence ratio (SIR) for all cancers did not differ significantly from one. Two men and one woman had sinonasal cancer (expected 1.07 and 0.53, respectively). Significantly increased risk of colon cancer was seen in the cohort (SIR 1.65). Subjects employed for 10 years and over had significant excess of colon cancer (SIR 2.29) and rectal cancer (SIR 2.10) in the analysis by employment duration using exposure with a latency of 20 years. The non-significant excess of pharyngeal cancer in men (SIR 1.82) and lung cancer in women (SIR 1.43) was restricted to short-term workers. (77266)
CIS 01-1459 Silica, silicosis, and lung cancer: A response to a recent working group report. Hessel P.A., Gamble J.F., Gee J.B.L., Gibbs G., Green F.H.Y., Morgan W.K.C., Mossman B.T., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, July 2000, Vol.42, No.7, p.704-720. Illus. 84 ref. (In English) Internet: On the basis of numerous studies on crystalline silica and lung cancer, IARC has determined that there was sufficient evidence to conclude that quartz and cristobalite were carcinogenic in humans. However, the results of these studies are inconsistent and, when positive, only weakly positive. Other, methodologically strong, negative studies have not been considered. Several studies viewed as providing evidence supporting the carcinogenicity of silica have significant methodological weaknesses. Silica is not directly genotoxic and is a pulmonary carcinogen only in the rat, a species inappropriate for assessing carcinogenesis in humans. Data on humans show a lack of association between lung cancer and exposure to crystalline silica. Studies in which silicotic patients were not identified from compensation registries, and in which enumeration was complete, did not support a causal association between silicosis and lung cancer, which further argues against the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica. (77269)
CIS 01-1460 Results of the "SUMER 94" survey - Exposure to wood dust. (French: Résultats de l'enquête "SUMER 94" - Exposition aux poussières de bois) Yahou N., Sandret N., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1999, No.79, p.235-241. (In French) Internet: According to the "SUMER 94" survey, 185,000 employees in France (namely 1.5 % of all employed persons) are exposed to wood dusts. Since 1995, wood dust is classified as a human carcinogen (group 1) by the IARC (International Centre for Research on Cancer). More recently, occupations subject to exposure to hard woods have been classified as occupations with exposure to carcinogens by the European Union. This is the context in which the data from the "SUMER 94" survey concerning exposure to wood dust were analysed. This analysis focussed on the sectors and occupations concerned by this exposure, on the forms of exposure and on the other load factors affecting exposed workers in order to develop an overall picture of their working conditions. An appendix includes a summary of pathologies related to wood dust (dermatitis, respiratory diseases, nasal cancer) as well as the procedures for prevention and compensation. (77278)
CIS 01-1461 Silica, silicosis, and lung cancer: A risk assessment. Finkelstein M.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.8-18. 26 ref. (In English) Internet: To investigate exposure-response relationships for silica, silicosis and lung cancer, a quantitative review of the literature identified in a computerized literature search was carried out. The findings of the most significant studies are that the risk of silicosis following a lifetime of exposure at the current OSHA standard of 0.1mg/m3 is likely to be at least 5-10% and lung cancer risk is likely to be increased by 30% or more. The exposure-response relationship for silicosis is nonlinear and reduction of dust exposures would have a greater than linear benefit in terms of risk reduction; available data suggests that 30 years exposure at 0.1mg/m3 might lead to a lifetime silicosis risk of about 25%, whereas reduction of the exposure to 0.05mg/m3 might reduce the risk to under 5%. In conclusion, the lifetime risk of silicosis and lung cancer at an exposure level of 0.1mg/m3 is high. Lowering exposures to the NIOSH recommended limit if 0.05mg/m3 may have substantial benefits. (77311)
CIS 01-1462 The quantitative risks of mesothelioma and lung cancer in relation to asbestos exposure. Hodgson J.T., Darnton A., Annals of Occupational Hygiene, Dec. 2000, Vol.44, No.8, p.565-601. Illus. 73 ref. (In English) Internet: Mortality reports on asbestos-exposed cohorts which gave information on exposure levels from which (as a minimum) a cohort average cumulative exposure could be estimated were reviewed. At exposure levels seen in occupational cohorts it is concluded that the exposure specific risk of mesothelioma from three principal commercial asbestos types is broadly in the ratio 1:100:500 for chrysotile, amosite and crocidolite, respectively. For lung cancer the conclusions are less clear cut. Cohorts exposed only to crocidolite or amosite record similar exposure specific risk levels, but chrysotile-exposed cohorts show a less consistent picture. An excess risk is recorded by cohorts with mixed fibre exposures (generally <1%). It is suggested that a best estimate lung cancer risk for chrysotile alone would be 0.1%, with a highest reasonable estimate of 0.5%. The risk differential between chrysotile and the two amphibole fibres for lung cancer is thus between 1:10 and 1:50. Based on these considerations, and a discussion of the associated uncertainties, a series of quantified risk summary statements for different levels of cumulative exposure are presented. (77424)
CIS 01-1463 Health hazards due to oak- and beechwood dust. (German: Gesundheitsgefahren durch Eiche- und Buchenholzstäube) Konerding J., BAU-BG Aktuell, 2000, No.2, p.24-25. Illus. (In German) Internet: Dusts from hard woods such as oak and beech produced during sawing, drilling, planing, milling or sanding operations may induce nasal cancer (adenocarcinoma). The mechanism for this cancer-inducing effect of hard wood dust is not understood, but a number of factors could play a role: mechanical irritation; natural wood components; chemicals applied to the wood and present on dust particles or inhaled as aerosols. The latency between exposure and incidence of the disease is around 40 years. In Germany, 311 cases of nasal cancer due to oak- and beechwood were recognized as occupational diseases between 1978 and 1997. (77496)
CIS 01-1464 Method for the analysis of diffuse dust emissions. (German: Methode zur Analyse diffuser Staubemissionen) Eickelpasch D., Schecker H.G., Gefahrstoffe Reinhaltung der Luft, Nov.-Dec. 1998, Vol.58, No.11-12, p.437-441. Illus. 3 ref. (In German) Internet: Most dusts are emitted by diffuse sources, for example during bulk solids handling. Due to a lack of suitable methods, the measurement of emissions from diffuse sources is always difficult. The method presented here enables direct measurement of the dust emission from the bulk solid handling and of diffuse sources in general. Using only a few plant parameters and bulk material characteristics, the predictive system based on this research enables a differentiated estimation of dust emission from bulk solids handling from which efficient measures for emission control may be derived. (77497)
CIS 01-1465 Improving the air flow performance of a ventilated area with walls and mechanical compensation. (French: Améliorer le fonctionnement aéraulique d'une aire ventilée avec paroi et compensation mécanique) Sérieys J.C., Cornu P., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1999, No.176, p.17-33. Illus. 5 ref. (In French) Internet: Ventilated areas are rarely mentioned among the first solutions recommended to risk prevention problems. However, in some cases, introducing such areas represents the only possible way of complying with occupational health and safety standards. A working group was set up to review the subject and propose improvements. The results of a site study and a predictive ventilation optimization study for a painting booth are presented. The on-site study revealed airflow deficiencies in the ventilated areas. Ventilation modelling helped to validate several hypotheses by varying the following parameters: air flow, exhaust vent size, type of extraction, height and shape of walls, and type of mechanical compensation. The result is a proposal for an optimized ventilated area which now needs to be tested on site. (77352)
CIS 01-1466 Validation of biomarkers in humans exposed to benzene: Urine metabolites. Qu Q., Melikian A.A., Li G., Shore R., Chen L., Cohen B., Yin S., Kagan M.R., Li H., Meng M., Jin X., Winnik W., Li Y, Mu R., Li K., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.522-531. Illus. 26 ref. (In English) Internet: This study was conducted among workers employed in glue- and shoe-making factories exposed to benzene. The metabolites monitored were S-phenylmercapturic acid (S-PMA), trans,trans-muconic acid (t,t-MA), hydroquinone (HQ), catechol (CAT), 1,2,4-trihydroxybenzene (BT) and phenol. Levels of benzene metabolites (except BT) measured in urine samples collected from exposed workers at the end of the shift were significantly higher than those measured in unexposed subjects. The large increases in urinary metabolites during the shift strongly correlated with benzene exposure. Concentrations of metabolites in urine samples collected from exposed workers before work were also significantly higher than in unexposed subjects. The half-lives of S-PMA, t,t-MA, HQ, CAT and phenol were estimated to be 12.8, 13.7, 12.7, 15.0 and 16.3h, respectively. All metabolites except BT are good markers for benzene exposure at the observed levels; however, S-PMA and t,t-MA are the most sensitive markers for low-level exposure. (77267)
CIS 01-1467 New adsorbent materials for sampling atmospheric pollutants - Comparative study. (French: Nouveaux supports pour le prélèvement de polluants atmosphériques - Etude comparative) Lhuillier F., Moulut O., Protois J.C., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 2nd Quarter 2000, No.179, p.15-28. Illus. 14 ref. (In French) Internet: A widely-used method for assessing occupational exposure to volatile organic compounds is to pump the worksite atmosphere through an adsorbent material, which is later analysed. The purpose of this study was to evaluate carbonaceous molecular sieves supplied commercially under the trade names Carbosieve® S II and S III and Carboxen® 563, 564, 569, 1000 and 1003. These items were tested to determine their affinity for water, their efficiency for sampling representative pollutants of the main chemical families, and their trapping capacities (often expressed as a "breakthrough volume"). These parameters were determined from carefully controlled generated atmospheres. The Carboxen® 1000 and 1003 materials were found to have advantages over ordinary activated charcoal and silica gel media, as evidenced by the good results obtained in the inter-laboratory tests. However, these materials cannot be considered universal in view of the problems in sampling highly volatile substances. (77272)
CIS 01-1468 Dermal absorption of neat liquid solvents on brief exposures in volunteers. Kezic S., Monster A.C., van de Gevel I.A., Krüse J., Opdam J.J.G., Verberk M.M., AIHA Journal, Jan.-Feb. 2001, Vol.62, No.1, p.12-18. Illus. 35 ref. (In English) Internet: 1,1,1-trichloroethane (111TRI), trichloroethylene (TRI), tetrachloroethylene (TETRA), toluene (TOL) and m-xylene (XYL) were applied for 3min on the forearm of six volunteers. Permeation rates were calculated from exhaled air concentrations. TRI, TOL, and 111TRI in three subjects reached maximal permeation rates a few minutes after initiation of exposure. Slower permeation was seen in the other three subjects exposed to 111TRI, and in all subjects exposed to TETRA and XYL, with the time of maximal permeation rates of 15-25min. These differences in permeation may partly be explained by the irritation of the skin observed in subjects showing fast permeation kinetics. The flux into the skin averaged over the exposure period was 56, 430, 69, 223 and 46nmol/cm2/min for 111TRI, TRI, TETRA, TOL, and XYL, respectively. Comparing the dermal uptake with the respiratory uptake at the TLV, all solvents showed substantial skin absorption, although at present only TOL has a skin indication in the ACGIH threshold limit value list. (77286)
CIS 01-1469 10 years of GISBAU: A comprehensive system of information on dangerous substances in the construction industry. (German: 10 Jahre GISBAU: Ein umfassendes Informationssystem über Gefahrstoffe in der Bauwirtschaft) Blome H., Die BG, June 2000, No.6, p.326-327. Illus. (In German) Internet: In the database GISBAU (System of information on dangerous substances in the construction industry), data for more than 10,000 chemicals to which workers may be exposed are provided. Statistics indicate that almost 85% of the occupational diseases caused by exposure to chemicals affect the skin, and concern not only construction workers bur also those involved in interior finishing and renovation work. In particular, the database provides guidance to small and medium enterprises on the management of these problems and on how to avoid worker health problems, thus potentially saving money in the long run. (77334)
CIS 01-1470 Chemical environment at the workplace: Ergotoxicology, or the transition from formal safety to operational safety. (French: Ambiances chimiques de travail: l'ergotoxicologie ou la transition d'une prévention formelle à une prévention opérationnelle) Mohammed-Brahim B., Performances Humaines et Techniques, Mar.-Apr. 1999, No.99, p.27-34. Illus. 15 ref. (In French) Internet: Ergotoxicology is defined as a task analysis undertaken in light of toxicological understanding, with a view of highlighting the risk factors affecting workers' health because of exposure to chemicals and of enabling the focus on preventive action. It is a new approach for managing the toxic risk from chemicals, based on toxicology and ergonomics. (77454)
CIS 01-1471 Application of geostatistics to industrial hygiene: Case study of occupational exposure to trichloroethylene. (French: Application de la géostatistique à l'hygiène industrielle: évaluation d'un cas d'exposition professionnelle au trichloroéthylène) Vincent R., Grzebyk M., Wackernagel H., Lajaunie C., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 1st Quarter 1999, No.174, p.5-13. Illus. 10 ref. (In French) Internet: In industrial hygiene, assessment of occupational exposure to chemical substances generally fails to take into account the autocorrelation of measurements. This may lead to substantial biases where exposure estimates are obtained using conventional statistics based on the hypothesis of independence. Geostatistics makes it possible to model exposure variability using the variogram and to obtain better unbiased estimates of the mean and corresponding confidence intervals. This article presents a case study based on a series of trichloroethylene exposure measurements. The results obtained by a conventional statistical analysis method are compared with those obtained by the geostatistical method. (77455)
CIS 01-1472 Threshold limit values for occupational exposure to chemicals in France. (French: Valeurs limites d'exposition professionnelle aux agents chimiques en France) Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 1st Quarter 1999, No.174, p.59-77. Illus. (In French) Internet: This article presents, in a single table, all the different substances, including carcinogenic substances, for which the French Ministry of Labour has published occupational exposure limit values (VLEPs), whether they are recommended (VLs) or mandatory (VRs). The table is preceded by some background information concerning workplace atmospheric monitoring (sampling and analysis, aerosols), permitted values (definitions and objectives, additivity convention, elements and compounds, VLs, carcinogens), mandatory values and values recommended by the CNAM national health insurance fund. European recommended limit values are appended. (77459)
CIS 01-1473 Government-approved organizations for the measurement and control of chemical risk. (French: Organismes agréés pour les mesures et contrôles du risque chimique) Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 1st Quarter 1999, No.174, p.93-105. (In French) Internet: The French Labour Code makes it compulsory to have air flow parameters and certain chemical exposures measured and monitored at all workplaces by a government approved body or person. Special measurements are applicable to premises where the following products are handled: asbestos, benzene, carbon monoxide, metallic lead and its compounds, and crystalline silica. A reminder of the regulations in force is followed by a list of organizations and persons authorized at the time of publication in each French Department to perform atmospheric controls at workplaces, together with a list of government approved bodies for the measurement of blood lead levels. (77460)
CIS 01-1474 Occupational toxicology and reproductive and developmental effects. (Spanish: Toxicología laboral en la reproducción y el desarrollo) Rodríguez C.A., Salud Ocupacional, Nov.-Dec. 2000, Vol.XVIII, No.78, p.12-20. Illus. 49 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: Exposure to toxic agents in the working environment affects the reproductive system. This article reviews reproductive and developmental effects of such substances. Effects upon male fertility may be indirect, affecting sexual activity or spermatogenesis, or direct by altering spermatozoid production. Pesticides, heavy metals, solvents and other chemicals such as oestrogen agonists affect the male reproductive function. Not much is known about the effect of chemicals on the ovaries. An association between volatile organic solvents, chemical powders, pesticides, working with VDT and infertility risks for women has been shown. Exposure to various toxic substances is associated with spontaneous abortion. Exposure to cytostatic drugs, anaesthetic gas, lead, pesticides as well as working in the petrochemical industry gives rise to risks of malformation risks. Substances such as polychlorinated biphenyls and certain pesticides are found in maternal milk. Prevention measures include further research on potential risks of chemicals for reproduction, together with updated regulations based on current scientific knowledge. (77466)
CIS 01-1475 Poisoning from carbon dioxide inhalation. (French: Intoxication par inhalation de dioxyde de carbone) Louis F., Guez M., Le Bâcle C., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1999, No.79, p.179-194. 52 ref. (In French) Internet: A case of collective carbon dioxide (CO2) poisoning which occurred in a fast-food restaurant in the Seine-Saint-Denis department of France (near Paris) provides an opportunity to restate the importance of remaining vigilant with respect to this hazard. Indeed, ignorance of this hazard may prove to be fatal to exposed persons, while the conditions under which this colourless and odourless gas is produced or used in occupational settings have been known for a long time. Contents include: toxicity of CO2; sources of exposure; descriptions of CO2 poisonings; preventing the CO2 exposure risk. (77277)
CIS 01-1476 The MCS issue: Current situation and developments. (German: Die MCS-Problematik: Aktueller Stand und Entwicklungen) Herr C., Eikmann T., Umweltmedizin in Forschung und Praxis, June 1999, Vol.4, No.3, p.125-132. 15 ref. (In German) Internet: Multiple chemical sensitivities (MCSs) consists of a pattern of unexplained symptoms (headache, respiratory problems, exhaustion, muscular aches and cognitive disorders) attributed to very low levels of exposure to a variety of unrelated chemicals. Current research on MCS in the United States and in Germany is presented. Controversial issues on mechanisms, open questions and needs for research on causes and aetiophysiology of these diseases are highlighted. (77336)
CIS 01-1477 Health impairment upon exposure to products predominantly containing organophosphates and pyrethroids - Comparative evaluation of notifications of poisoning by physicians. (German: Gesundheitliche Beeinträchtigungen bei Expositionen mit überwiegend Organophosphat- und Pyrethroid-haltigen Produkten - Vergleichende Auswertungen der ärztlichen Mitteilungen bei Vergiftungen) Michalak H., Hahn A., Begemann K., Heinemeyer G., Gundert-Remy U., Umweltmedizin in Forschung und Praxis, June 1999, Vol.4, No.3, p.134-143. Illus. 53 ref. (In German) Internet: A total of 474 cases of exposure in Germany to insecticides containing organophosphates (OP) and/or pyrethroids (PY) were evaluated. Symptoms were analysed and attributed to acute and chronic exposure. Acute OP exposure produces typical known symptoms: miosis, dyspnoea, arrhythmia, shock and possibly coma. Acute PY exposure produces skin and eye irritation, and respiratory disturbances. It is concluded that acute exposure to OP and PY leads to effects that can be explained as acute poisoning. After chronic exposures, the symptoms developed may be induced by different processes. (77337)
CIS 01-1478 Evaluation of the risk to pregnancy caused by exposure to solvents. (French: Evaluation du risque solvants pour la grossesse) Pagès M., Falcy M., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 4th Quarter 1999, No.80, p.335-353. 59 ref. (In French) Internet: The questions frequently addressed directly to INRS or transmitted through the CRAT (Information centre for teratogenic agents) in the context of a common prospective programme having begun in 1995 led to a review of human epidemiological studies on occupational exposure to solvents among pregnant women published between 1980 and 1997. A total of 28 studies focussed on occupations or activity sectors and 20 focussed on solvents are analysed. (77354)
CIS 01-1479 Occupational respiratory latex allergy. (French: Allergie respiratoire professionnelle au latex) Rosenberg N., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 4th Quarter 1999, No.80, p.381-387. 45 ref. (In French) Internet: Latex allergy is linked to the presence of specific IgEs directed towards proteins present in natural latex and its derived manufactured products. In the occupational setting, evidence of rhinitis or asthma in subjects wearing gloves for carrying out their tasks, or involved in the manufacture of rubber objects suggests a diagnostic of allergy. Contact urticaria is often associated with respiratory symptoms when the sensitization is due to rubber gloves. The diagnostic includes the search for evidence of atopy, ear, nose and throat examinations, functional respiratory testing, immunological testing (skin tests, RAST or prick tests) and nasal and bronchial provocation tests. Pre-hiring interviews to identify individuals at risk and annual medical surveillance are among the preventive measures proposed. Use of non-powdered gloves reduces the incidence of respiratory sensitization. In the manufacture of latex products, efficient ventilation and an aspiration of dust at the source are recommended. (77356)
CIS 01-1480 Exposure-response of asphalt fumes with changes in pulmonary function and symptoms. Gamble J.F., Nicolich M.J., Barone N.J., Vincent W.J., Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health, June 1999, Vol.25, No.3, p.186-206. Illus. 35 ref. (In English) Internet: This study examines possible associations between asphalt fumes and changes in lung function and symptoms among 170 workers of the asphalt industry exposed to asphalt fumes. Exposure was estimated from measurements of total particulate (TP), respirable particulate, the benzene-soluble fraction of the TP, volatile hydrocarbons, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide in breathing-zone samples. Ozone and humidity levels were also measured in the work area. In addition, daily cigarette smoking was determined by questionnaire. Overall, no consistent association was observed between an acute reduction in lung function or the incidence of symptoms and exposure to asphalt fumes. There were no observed adverse effects at concentrations close to maximum levels. There were no exposure-response trends with ozone, heat stress, cigarette smoked, or workday length. (77421)
CIS 01-1481 Risk of premenopausal breast cancer in association with occupational exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and benzene. Petralia S.A., Vena J.E., Freudenheim J.L., Dosemeci M., Michalek A., Goldberg M.S., Brasure J., Graham S., Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health, June 1999, Vol.25, No.3, p.215-221. 29 ref. (In English) Internet: This study examines the relationship between the risk of premenopausal breast cancer and occupational exposure to benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Occupational histories and other information were obtained through interviews with 301 cases and 316 controls, and job-exposure matrices were used to assess exposure to PAHs and benzene. The findings suggest an association between risk and occupational exposure to benzene. Although it is difficult to study the effects of PAHs independently of those of benzene, there is some suggestion of an association between PAH exposure and estrogen receptor-positive tumours. (77422)
CIS 01-1482 Fighting against skin diseases due to exposure to cement. (German: Gegen Hautschäden durch Zement) Rühl R., Hadrich D., Bundesarbeitsblatt, 2000, No.2, p.18-21. Illus. 7 ref. (In German) Internet: Cement-induced skin diseases (cement dermatitis) constitute an important occupational issue in a number of countries. The high alkalinity of cement and the abrasion of hands when working with cement are the causes of cement-induced chemical and irritating dermatitis. These two factors are also the precursors of allergies to chromates which result from chromate compounds included in cement. Leather gloves do not ensure protection from alkalinity. The most efficient measure to reduce skin diseases due to cement is to lower the proportion of chromate compounds in cement. Statistics from Denmark and Finland show a decline of cement-induced chromate sensitivity after the proportion of chromate compounds in cement was lowered as a result of new regulations. (77492)
CIS 01-1483 Occupational lead poisoning in Poland. (Polish: Problemy zawodowych zatruć ołowiem w Polsce) Szeszenia-Dąbrowska N., Wilczyńska U., Medycyna pracy, 1998, Vol.XLIX, No.3, p.217-222. Illus. 6 ref. (In Polish) Internet: From 1970 to 1996, 8414 cases of lead poisoning, recognized as an occupational disease, were registered in Poland, with a peak between 1973-1976, with 500-800 cases per year. Most persons (64.3%) were employed in plants located in the province of Katowice. More than half of men with occupational lead poisoning were exposed to concentrations of lead exceeding MAC values by two hundred times. The diminishing number of occupational lead poisonings reported during the 1990s may not reflect the true level of occupational exposure. Most cases reported apply to large plants or industrial complexes, where prevention services are well organized. However, there may be under-reporting from small enterprises. For effective prevention of occupational lead poisoning, one would need to make a complete inventory of industrial sites where lead occurs, to identify workplaces hazardous to health, and to monitor lead concentrations in the air. (77510)
CIS 01-1484 Determination of mine air pollution due to particulate diesel emissions in underground coal mining. (German: Ermittlung der Belastung der Grubenwetter durch Dieselmotoremissionen in Steinkohlenbergwerken) Prinz F., Forster E., Dahmann D., Gefahrstoffe Reinhaltung der Luft, Nov.-Dec. 1998, Vol.58, No.11-12, p.447-450. Illus. 7 ref. (In German) Internet: Theoretically possible exposures of workers to particulate diesel emissions in two German underground coal mines were determined by calculation. It appears that the limit of 0.6mg/m3, acceptable for underground coal mining workplaces at the time of the investigation, can be complied with. This calculation method could be applied when planning new mining sites in order to improve prevention and limit workers' exposure. (77498)
CIS 01-1485 Medium-term exposure profile of painters in the building industry. (French: Détermination du profil d'exposition à moyen terme de peintres en bâtiment) Poirot P., Subra I., Baudin V., Héry M., Chouanière D., Vincent R., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 2nd Quarter 2000, No.179, p.5-13. Illus. 16 ref. (In French) Internet: This article describes the exposure of painters to solvents in 13 occupational situations, defined mainly in terms of the products used. A total of 187 personal atmospheric samples were taken at different work sites in order to evaluate painters' exposure during half a work shift. At the same time, the painters' exposure profile was determined using a direct-reading portable photoioniser (Photovac® 2020) reacting to volatile organic compounds, and exposure peaks were found and quantified. On the whole, the long-term reference limits (time-weighted averages) are not exceeded except during the use of a dichloromethane stripping agent. The Photovac® instrument was useful in showing that exposure varies greatly during the working day, and may range beyond the OEL-based exposure indices, especially when polyurethane and epoxy paints are used. (77271)
CIS 01-1486 Exposure to chemicals in the food industry: Occupational hazards during cleaning and disinfection operations. (French: Exposition aux produits chimiques dans l'industrie agro-alimentaire: les risques professionnels lors d'opérations de nettoyage et de désinfection) Hecht G., Héry M., Subra I., Gerber J.M., Hubert G., Gérardin F., Aubert S., Dorotte M., Pelle-Duporte D., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 3rd Quarter 1999, No.176, p.5-9. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: A study was conducted in seven firms in the French food industry in order to assess exposure to chemicals. Exposure measurements were taken during cleaning and disinfection operations. Values in excess of the comfort limit recommended by the INRS for nitrogen trichloride (0.5mg/m3) were recorded in two slaughterhouses. Formaldehyde values in excess of the ceiling threshold limit value (TLV-C: 0.37mg/m3) were found in one firm, with a strong likelihood of excess values in a second firm. The importance of rinsing after disinfection was demonstrated: in one firm, skin problems occurred when this phase of the process was omitted. (77351)
CIS 01-1487 Workers' dermal exposure to uv-curable acrylates in the furniture and parquet industry. Surakka J., Lindh T., Rosén G., Fischer T., Annals of Occupational Hygiene, Dec. 2000, Vol.44, No.8, p.635-644. Illus. 33 ref. (In English) Internet: The use of ultraviolet radiation-curable coatings (UV-coatings) has increased rapidly in the parquet and furniture industry. Work with UV-coatings involves risk from skin exposure to chemically reactive, concentrated acrylates that are known skin contact irritants and sensitizers. Skin exposure to UV-coatings was measured employing a quantitative tape stripping method that was developed for this purpose. A pilot study was performed at three workplaces. In the main study, workers' skin exposure to uncured UV-coatings was measured at seven workplaces and on two separate workdays (rounds 1 and 2) within a six-month period to determine exposure variation. Skin exposure was measured at four standardized sites on the hand, 3-4 times per work shift. A questionnaire was carried out with the workers in both rounds to find out factors that can affect skin exposure to UV-coatings. Despite the limited sampling area and sampling sites, we could find residues of tripropylene glycol diacrylate at all sampling times, even at the beginning of the work shift. This may be due to transfer of UV-coatings through contaminated equipment, shoes and surfaces. The study indicates that there is a risk of harmful skin exposure to UV-coatings in the furniture and parquet industry. (77426)
CIS 01-1488 A tape-stripping method for measuring dermal exposure to multifunctional acrylates. Nylander-French L.A., Annals of Occupational Hygiene, Dec. 2000, Vol.44, No.8, p.645-651. Illus. 32 ref. (In English) Internet: A noninvasive sampling method was developed and tested for measuring dermal exposure to a multifunctional acrylate employing a tape stripping of the nonviable epidermis (stratum corneum). Samples were subsequently extracted and a gas-chromatographic method was employed for quantitative analysis of tripropylene glycol diacrylate (TPGDA). This method was tested in 10 human volunteers exposed either to a known level of TPGDA or to a UV-radiation curable acrylate coating containing TPGDA (UV-resin). On the average, the first tape stripping removed 94% (coefficient of variation 16%) of the theoretical quantity of deposited TPGDA in the first group and 89% (coefficient of variation 15%) in the second group. Quantities of TPGDA recovered from two consecutive tape strippings accounted for all of the test agent, demonstrating both the efficiency of the method to measure dermal exposure and the potential to determine the rate of absorption with successive samples over time. The results indicate that this tape-stripping technique can be used to quantify dermal exposure to multifunctional acrylates. (77427)
CIS 01-1489 Accident caused by cleaning operations in an underground car park. (German: Massenunfall bei Reinigungsarbeiten in einer Tiefgarage) Opara D., BAU-BG Aktuell, 2000, No.2, p.6-8. Illus. (In German) Internet: All four workers performing cleaning work in an underground car park with a high-pressure jet-cleaner with oil-fired heater had to be treated for carbon monoxide poisoning. The exhaust gases from the oil-fired heater had increased the carbon monoxide concentration in the underground car park to 500mL/m3. This level was roughly 16 times higher than the German exposure limit of 30mL/m3. Current German regulations require the employer to take precautionary measures during such cleaning work to make sure the limit is not exceeded. A high-pressure jet cleaner with an electric heater is to be used where possible. Otherwise, the employer has to inform the workers of the hazards to ensure that the area where the cleaning operations are performed is properly ventilated and that the equipment is in good operating condition. (77493)
CIS 01-1490 Technical concepts with respect to air for smoking and nonsmoking zones. (German: Lufttechnische Konzepte für Raucher- und Nichtraucherzonen) VDI Gesellschaft Technische Gebäudeausrüstung, VDI Verlag, Postfach 10 10 54, 40001 Düsseldorf, Germany, 1999. 107p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Price: DEM 78.00., ISBN 3-18-091429-7 (In German) Internet: Proceedings of a German Association of Engineers (VDI) conference on the design of ventilation systems for smoking and nonsmoking zones in buildings, held at Fulda on 25 Feb. 1999. Topics covered: legal situation protecting nonsmokers; recommendations for ventilation in buildings having both smoking and nonsmoking zones; characteristics of tobacco smoke; air purification; separation of ventilation air flows from smoking and nonsmoking zones; ventilation techniques; perception of cigarette smoke in the air and degree of acceptance by smokers and nonsmokers. Filters for smoke elimination have proven to be unsatisfactory so far. (77333)
CIS 01-1491 Exposure to harmful substances during thermal spraying. (German: Stoffbelastungen beim thermischen Spritzen) Auffarth J., Bredendiek-Kämper S., Fröhlich N., Lampe C., Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin, Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Postfach 10 11 10, 27511 Bremerhaven, Germany, 1997. 69p. Illus. 25 ref. Price: DEM 20.00., ISBN 3-89701-047-X (In German) Internet: This study examines exposure to harmful dusts and gases during thermal spraying in six workplaces using various spraying technologies and materials (nickel, chromium, zinc, molybdenum, copper, antifriction metal). In automatic spraying booths, exposure levels were low (less than 10% of the occupational exposure limit (OEL)). When manual feed of the spray parts was performed, the short-term exposure limit (STEL) could be exceeded. Flame spraying in spraying rooms with natural ventilation or local exhaust ventilation led to exposure above OEL. Breathing equipments or breathing masks were generally used during spraying. When reentering without breathing mask the spraying room after spray periods, STELs were exceeded. The decrease of exposure levels beyond OEL could take up to two and a half hours. Exposure to nitrous gases, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and ozone were generally well beyond the OELs (77470)
CIS 01-1492 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Some chemicals that cause tumours of the kidney or urinary bladder in rodents and some other substances. World Health Organization (WHO), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon Cedex 08, France, 1999. iv, 674p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index., ISBN 92-832-1273-8 (In English) Internet: This monograph presents the views and expert opinions of an IARC working group which met in Lyon, France, 13-20 October 1998. 21 chemicals or classes of chemicals were reviewed: eight were rated 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans) and 13 were classified 3 (not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans). For each chemical, the following aspects are covered: exposure data; studies of cancer in humans; studies of cancer in experimental animals; other data relevant to an evaluation of carcinogenicity and its mechanisms; summary of reported data and evaluation. The chemicals are: allyl isothiocyanate; ortho-anisidine; atrazine; butyl benzyl phthalate; chloroform; chlorothalonil (= 2,4,5,6-tetrachloroisophthalonitrile); cyclamates; dichlorobenzenes; hexachlorobutadiene; hexachloroethane; d-limonene; melamine; methyl tert-butyl ether; nitrilotriacetic acid and its salts; paracetamol (= acetaminophen); ortho-phenylphenol and its sodium salt; potassium bromate; quercetin; saccharin and its salts; simazine. (77538)
CIS 01-1493 Safety in the use of asbestos. Code of practice. (Japanese: Sekimen o anzen ni shiyō suru tame no jisshi yōkō) International Labour Office (ILO), Nippon Sekimen Kyōkai, Tōkyō-to Chūō-ku Ginza 8-10-7, Japan, 1985. viii, 52p. (In Japanese) Internet: Japanese translation of the document analyzed under CIS 84-1853. This code of practice was drawn up following a meeting of experts (Geneva, Switzerland, 11-20 Oct. 1983). It is based on several ILO Conventions related to occupational safety and health. Aspects covered: duties of employers, workers, manufacturers and governments; exposure limits; monitoring in the workplace; general preventive methods; protection of workers; cleaning of premises; handling of asbestos; disposal of asbestos waste; information, labelling, education and training; specific industries; construction, demolition and alteration work. (77488)
CIS 01-1494 Occupational exposure limits in the European Union and in Spain. (Spanish: Valores límite de exposición profesional en la Unión Europea y en España) Huici Montagud A., Ferrer Panzano R., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1998. 5p. 4 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: Council Directive 98/24/EC (see CIS 98-1094) which sets occupational exposure limits for a number of chemicals had to be transposed into the national legislations of European Union member states by 2001. Each member state was required to establish corresponding national exposure limit values based on, but not exceeding, the Community limit value. This information note lists the exposure limits set by the European Commission for approx. 50 substances and provides definitions for the terms used in the directive, including chemical agent, workplace, breathing zone, reference period, daily, short-term and 8-hour exposures, biological indicators and maximum working environment levels. (77341)
CIS 01-1495 Environmental monitoring of isocyanate exposure. (Spanish: Isocianatos: control ambiental de la exposición) Santolaya Martínez C., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 4p. 11 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: After a review of the various isocyanates encountered at work (MDI, TDI and HDI) and their effects on health (asthma, sensitization, irritation of the eyes and throat, bronchitis, bronchospasms and pulmonary oedema), this information note presents five methods for monitoring isocyanates at the place of work. The preferred method is a function of the isocyanate to be measured and the process in which it is used. The exposure limits set by the INSHT are 0.036mg/m3 (0.005ppm) for TDI, 0.052mg/m3 (0.005ppm) for MDI and 0.035mg/m3 (0.005ppm) for HDI. (77350)
CIS 01-1496 Health and safety in welding and allied processes - Sampling of airborne particles and gases in the operator's breathing zone - Part 1: Sampling of airborne particles. (French: Hygiène et sécurité en soudage et techniques connexes - Echantillonnage de particules en suspension et gaz dans la zone respiratoire des opérateurs - Partie 1: Echantillonnage des particules en suspension) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1st ed., 2001. vi, 29p. Illus. 10 ref. (In English, French) Internet: Part 1 of this international standard specifies a procedure for operators' breathing atmosphere sampling of airborne particles in welding and allied processes. The procedure describes determination of personal exposure to welding fume and other airborne particles generated by welding related operations. The role of fixed point sampling is also considered. (77556)
CIS 01-1497 Dust explosions. (French: Explosions de poussières) Jarry J., Face au risque, Apr. 1999, No.352, p.39-45. Illus. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: Since the explosion of a silo in 1997 in Blaye, France, the French ministry responsible for the environment has been focussing its actions on explosions of food products (cereals, cocoa beans, sugar, flour and powdered milk). However, an analysis of actual accident occurrences shows that under certain conditions, products such as plastic material dust, pigments, aspirin, coal, carbon black and wood dust can give rise to explosions that are potentially more serious than those involving food products. Topics covered include: mechanisms of dust explosions; research; hazard evaluation methods; accidents having occurred in France; case descriptions (silo explosion in Blaye, explosion in a painting cabin, safety features in sugar storage at a sugar manufacturer); hazard prevention; standards and regulations in France and in the European Union. (77366)
CIS 01-1498 Assessment of technical measures against fires and explosions due to smouldering nests in bulk dusts. (German: Bewertung technischer Massnahmen gegen Brände und Explosionen in Staubschüttungen durch Glimmnester) Hauptmanns U., Schmidt M., Gefahrstoffe Reinhaltung der Luft, Nov.-Dec. 1998, Vol.58, No.11-12, p.451-454. 8 ref. (In German) Internet: A method is presented for the quantitative and qualitative analysis of accidents with the aim of improving the prevention of fires and explosions in dust-handling installations. The objectives are to identify the causes of fires and explosions, to estimate their frequency of occurrence, and to propose preventive technical measures. With the help of an interaction matrix, the insufficiencies or over-engineering of these technical measures are identified. A sample of the calculations is given. (77499)
CIS 01-1499 Powder explosions in agricultural silos. (Spanish: Las explosiones de polvo en los silos agrícolas) Fernández García J., Aguado Rodríguez P.J., Ayuga Téllez F., Mapfre seguridad, 2nd Quarter 2001, Vol.21, No.82, p.25-35. Illus. 10 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: Agricultural products stored in silos generate dusts which, under certain conditions, may explode. Dust explosions are often major accidents, resulting in loss of life and important material damage. This article reviews the current state of knowledge on the causes of dust accidents and the physical and chemical explosion risk factors, as well as prevention and protection measures. A method for calculating the surface of vents is presented. A table lists the major dust explosion accidents in the world between 1977 and 1998. (77469)
CIS 01-1500 Thermal degradation products of plastics. (French: Produits de dégradation thermique des matières plastiques) Mairesse M., Petit J.M., Chéron J., Falcy M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 1st Quarter 1999, No.174, p.47-57. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: Plastics play a prominent role in our environment and are present everywhere. It is therefore essential to know how they behave when heated to high temperatures or exposed to fires. This article, which is aimed at all persons who for various reasons are concerned with this problem, gathers together bibliographical data on the thermal degradation products of plastics. (77458)
CIS 01-1501 Tolley's fire safety management handbook. Coules K., Eskell C., Butterworths Tolley, 2 Addiscombe Road, Croydon, Surrey CR9 5AF, United Kingdom, 2000. 358p. Index. Price: GBP 50.00., ISBN 0-7545-1065-4 (In English) Internet: Manual containing practical advice on how to avoid fires at the workplace, including recent changes in United Kingdom fire legislation and their implications for businesses. Contents: formulating a fire safety policy; Fire Precautions (Workplace) Regulations 1997; how to carry out a fire risk assessment; Fire Precautions Act 1971 (see CIS 89-36); Disability Discrimination Act 1995; legal implications of occupational safety and health; prevention of fires; fire defence systems; staff training; fire training manual; historic and heritage buildings; British and European standards; structural alterations and extensions of buildings; arson; liaison with fire and occupational safety and health services; sources of guidance; after the fire; cost of fires. (77429)
CIS 01-1502 Code of practice for the filling, inspection, testing and maintenance of containers for the storage and transport of compressed gases - Part 1: Seamless metal containers for gases excluding dissolved acetylene. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 2000. 46p. Illus. 19 ref., ISBN 9971-67-799-7 (In English) Internet: This first part of the standard on the filling, inspection, testing and maintenance of gas containers was revised in the year 2000 to bring its contents up-to-date with current industrial practices, and to enhance safety during the transport and storage of gas containers. It is primarily based on the British Standard BS 5430 Part 1: 1990, with some provisions being amended to suit local requirements. This part excludes containers for dissolved acetylene, which are covered in part 2 of the present standard (see CIS 01-1503). (77505)
CIS 01-1503 Code of practice for the filling, inspection, testing and maintenance of containers for the storage and transport of compressed gases - Part 2: Containers for dissolved acetylene gas. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 1998. 37p. Illus. 5 ref., ISBN 9971-67-715-6 (In English) Internet: The second part of this standard on the filling, inspection, testing and maintenance of containers for dissolved acetylene gas was revised in the year 1998 to bring its contents up-to-date with current industrial practices, and to enhance safety during the transport and storage of gas containers. Containers for gases other than dissolved acetylene are covered in the first part of the present standard (see CIS 01-1502). (77506)
CIS 01-1504 Exothermic chemical reactions (I): Risk factors and prevention. (Spanish: Reacciones químicas exotérmicas (I): factores de riesgo y prevención) Calvet Márquez S., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 8p. Illus. 7 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note concerns the control of exothermic chemical reactions, and analyses more specifically predictable risks and important factors for heat control. Contents include: causes and consequences of uncontrolled chemical reactions; kinetics of exothermic reactions; factors to be considered when designing a safe chemical process; preventive and protective measures; choice of the reactor for continuous and discontinuous processes. See also CIS 01-1505 and CIS 01-1506. (77342)
CIS 01-1505 Exothermic chemical reactions (II): Heat control and refrigeration. (Spanish: Reacciones químicas exotérmicas (II): control térmico y refrigeración) Calvet Márquez S., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 8p. Illus. 16 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note concerns the control of exothermic chemical reactions, with emphasis on temperature control and regulation systems. Contents include: instruments for measuring temperature (thermocouples, thermo-resistances, infrared detectors, volumetric detectors, transducers); criteria to take into account for the choice of detection systems; detector failure; cooling systems (continuous and discontinuous, water cooling, heat exchangers); cooling system failure; the RELDAT¿ database on the reliability of various components of cooling systems. See also CIS 01-1504 and CIS 01-1506. (77343)
CIS 01-1506 Exothermic chemical reactions (III): Analysis of major accidents. (Spanish: Reacciones químicas exotérmicas (III): análisis de accidentes graves) Calvet Márquez S., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 10p. Illus. 3 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note analyses major accidents in the chemical industry caused by uncontrolled chemical reactions included in two databases, the Major Accident Reporting System (MARS) and the Major Hazard Incident Data Service (MHIDAS). Contents include: legal aspects; MARS and MHIDAS database search results; descriptions of seven major accidents, including those of Seveso and Bhopal (description of the production process and the accident, analysis of the causes, and conclusions that can be drawn). See also CIS 01-1504 and CIS 01-1505. (77344)
CIS 01-1507 Advantages and disadvantages of the main methods for assessing hearing risk caused by noise. (French: Avantages et inconvénients des principales méthodes d'évaluation du risque auditif lié au bruit) Knoche C., Meunier P., Smolik H.J., Cahiers de médecine interprofessionnelle, 1999, Vol.39, No.4, p.425-429. 7 ref. (In French) Internet: There are two types of methods for assessing hearing risk caused by noise: measurement of the stressors or sonometry (dosimetry, sound spectrometry, 8h exposure dosimetry) and evaluation of the resulting strain (audiometry, evoked potential, otoacoustic emission). Based on their 15 years of experience, the authors sum up the main principles of these different techniques, their practical applicability and their advantages and drawbacks. (77357)
CIS 01-1508 Hazard surveillance for industrial magnetic fields: I. - Walkthrough survey of ambient fields and sources; II. - Field characteristics from waveform measurements. Methner M.M., Bowman J.D., Annals of Occupational Hygiene, Dec. 2000, Vol.44, No.8, p.603-633. Illus. 29+30 ref. (In English) Internet: Part I describes a method for measuring ambient magnetic fields (MFs) in industrial workplaces as a first step in hazard surveillance. The method was designed to measure the mean and peak MF magnitudes at extremely low frequencies (ELFs), so that factories could be ranked by MF levels and prioritized for subsequent personal exposure monitoring. It was tested in 62 facilities in various industrial sectors, chosen on the basis of high electric power consumption. The geometric means (GMs) of magnetic field magnitudes in these facilities were in the range of 0.04-1.61µT, with the highest levels in a steel mill operating large electric furnaces. On the whole, facilities in the chemical and primary metal industries had the highest GM magnetic fields, as well as the highest individual measurements. Overall levels were, however, low: 89% of the GMs were ≤0.4µT. Part II concentrates on MF measurement using a Multiwave II waveform capture instrument, which was tested in 6 facilities in different industries. A wide variety of complex magnetic field characteristics and non-sinusoidal waveforms were identified, which might have been overlooked by other methods that measure only ELF magnitudes. Therefore, spot measurements with the Multiwave II or similar waveform capture instruments are necessary for a complete magnetic field exposure assessment. (77425)
CIS 01-1509 Slip and fall-related injuries in relation to environmental cold and work location in above-ground coal mining operations. Bell J.L, Gardner L.I., Landsittel D.P., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.40-48. Illus. 38 ref. (In English) Internet: The association between slip and fall-related injuries and environmental temperature was examined for enclosed, outdoor and enclosed-outdoor jobs in the coal mining industry having varying exposure to cold temperatures. Temperature data were evaluated from 1985-1990 for seven states. Proportionate methods were used to examine the relationship between slips and falls and temperature. Proportionate injury ratios of slips and fall-related injuries increased as temperature declined for all three work locations. Proportion of slips and fall-related injuries that occurred while running/walking increased with declining temperature, with the ground outside as the most common source of these injuries. Outside movement becomes a greater hazard at freezing temperatures for workers in all locations, not just outdoor workers. Any intervention methods geared toward reducing injury incidents facilitated by cold weather must also be directed toward workers who spend time in more enclosed locations. (77312)
CIS 01-1510 Occupational injuries in the mining industry and their association with statewide cold ambient temperatures in the USA. Hassi J., Gardner L., Hendricks S., Bell J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.49-58. Illus. 31 ref. (In English) Internet: The association of ambient temperature and wind data from the National Climatic Data Center with injury data from mines reported to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) was evaluated over a 6-year period from 1985-1990. 72,716 injuries from the seven states with the most numerous injuries were included. A weighted linear regression tested the relationship of daily temperature and injury rate for all injury classes. As temperatures decreased, injury rates increased for both cold exposure injuries and slip and fall injuries. The association of slip and fall injuries with temperature was inverse, but not strictly linear. The strongest association appeared with temperatures 29°F and below (i.e. below -2°C). The injury rates for other accident categories increased with increasing ambient temperatures. This study demonstrates the existence of an association between ambient temperatures and occupational slip and fall injuries. (77313)
CIS 01-1511 Dampening contact noise. (French: Amortir le bruit par contact) Jalbert R., Vallières E., Fauchon R., Travail et santé, Dec. 1999, Vol.15, No.4, p.17-19. Illus. 3 ref. (In French) Internet: Vibrating tables used for the compacting of concrete represent a frequently-encountered source of noise in companies involved in the manufacture of prefabricated concrete elements. The use of a damping material in such a vibratory system may allow the attenuation of the noise intensity, thereby reducing the exposure of workers to noise. This article describes the use of a noise damping coating material (nitrile rubber) applied to the surface of metallic supports fixed onto the vibrating table, which enabled the reduction of workers' exposure to 91dB instead of 100dB without the coating. (77362)
CIS 01-1512 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Ionizing radiation, Part 1: X- and gamma (γ)-radiation, and neutrons. World Health Organization (WHO), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon Cedex 08, France, 2000. x, 491p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index., ISBN 92-832-1275-4 (In English) Internet: This monograph presents the views and expert opinions of an IARC working group which met in Lyon, France, 26 May-2 June 1999 on cancer risks from X-radiation, γ-radiation and neutrons. All three are classified in group 1 (carcinogenic to humans). For each form of radiation, the following aspects are covered: exposure data; studies of cancer in humans; studies of cancer in experimental animals; other data relevant to an evaluation of carcinogenicity and its mechanisms; summary of reported data and evaluation. (77539)
CIS 01-1513 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Ionizing radiation, Part 2: Some internally deposited radionuclides. World Health Organization (WHO), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon Cedex 08, France, 2001. xv, 595p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index., ISBN 92-832-1278-9 (In English) Internet: This monograph presents the views and expert opinions of an IARC working group which met in Lyon, France, 14-21 June 2000 on the cancer risks from internal radiations sources which result from ingestion, inhalation, dermal absorption or injection of radionuclides. Among the 34 radionuclides evaluated, 10 were classified in group 1 (carcinogenic to humans). The following aspects are covered: exposure data; studies of cancer in humans; studies of cancer in experimental animals; other data relevant to an evaluation of carcinogenicity and its mechanisms; summary of reported data and evaluation. (77540)
CIS 01-1514 Radon and its health effects. (Spanish: El radón y sus efectos sobre la salud) Pascual Benés A., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 3p. Illus. 4 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: Radon is toxic because of its radioactivity. This substance emits gamma radiation which causes ionization reactions in human cells. This information note describes the effects caused by the inhalation of radon. Contents include: effects of ionizing radiation on health; direct and indirect modes of action of ionizing radiation on cells; radon doses to which the public is exposed; mode of action of radon; summary of toxicological and epidemiological studies. (77348)
CIS 01-1515 Safety in the use of radiofrequency dielectric heaters and sealers: A practical guide. World Health Organitazation (WHO), ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2001. 122p. Illus. 100 ref. (In Arabic) Internet: Arabic translation of document analysed under CIS 98-911. (77484)
CIS 01-1516 Protection of workers from power frequency electric and magnetic fields - A practical guide. International Radiation Protection Association (IRPA), ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1998. 189p. Illus. 112 ref. (In Arabic) Internet: Arabic translation of the ILO publication analysed under CIS 94-704. It comprises a review of data on the effects of extremely low frequency (ELF) electric and magnetic fields on biological systems pertinent to the evaluation of health risks for workers. It provides information on the possible effects of exposure to 50/60Hz electric and magnetic fields on human health and gives guidance on the assessment of risks from occupational exposure. Areas in which uncertainties exist and further research is needed are also indicated. Biological effects of ELF electric and magnetic fields and national exposure standards are presented in appendices. (77486)
CIS 01-1517 Electrically operated matched valves - Functional analysis and test results. (French: Electrovannes "double-corps" - Analyse fonctionnelle. Résultats d'essai) Marsot J., Lannier J.L., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 2nd Quarter 2000, No.179, p.63-72. Illus. 7 ref. (In French) Internet: This article presents the findings of a study carried out in cooperation with the French Technical Centre for Mechanical Industries (CETIM) on electrically operated matched valves, which are among the most important safety items in friction-clutch presses. Firstly, a functional analysis was carried out of all of the electrically operated valve types of a given dimension available on the French market, and their performance was then evaluated in normal operation as well as when one of the flap valves was not properly set. Press users, machinery overhauling firms and designers can use the resulting data as a guide to their choice of components. The findings can also be used by checking and testing organizations to evaluate conformity with the essential safety requirements applicable to mechanical friction-clutch presses. (77275)
CIS 01-1518 Mechanical equipment injuries in small manufacturing businesses. Gardner D., Cross J.A., Fonteyn P.N., Carlopio J., Shikdar A., Safety Science, Oct.-Nov. 1999, Vol.33, No.1-2, p.1-12. 13 ref. (In English) Internet: Factors contributing to mechanical equipment injuries in small manufacturing businesses in Australia were investigated. Thirty-five small businesses participated in the study. Interviews were carried out with all 35 managers, and 145 employees returned completed questionnaires. Fifty-eight per cent of respondents reported having experienced an injury. Grinding machines and printing presses were found to have a high ratio of accidents per number of hours used. Factors contributing to accidents were investigated. Failure to follow known safe work procedures, non-existent and inadequate guarding, poor machine design and poor machine condition were common contributing factors. The implications of these findings for improving safety in small businesses are discussed. (77301)
CIS 01-1519 Personal protection - Head safety. (French: Protection individuelle - La tête en sécurité) Brett Y.B., Face au risque, Mar. 1999, No.351, p.17-21. Illus. 1 ref. (In French) Internet: Injuries to the head (skull perforations, skull or cervical fractures, intra-skull lesions without fractures) are very frequent in industrial occupations and represent approximately 5% of occupational injuries in developed countries. On average, they give rise to an absence from work lasting three weeks. Topics covered by the article include: different types of helmest; selecting the helmet based on the type of hazard; EC certification process; minimum quality requirements; advice when buying; French and European regulations. (77364)
CIS 01-1520 Anticorrosion work on pylons - Protection against falls. (German: Korrosionsschutzarbeiten auf Gittermasten - Schutz gegen Absturz) Edeler J., BAU-BG Aktuell, 2000, No.2, p.16-18. Illus. (In German) Internet: Pylons for electrical power lines are exposed to inclement weather conditions and have therefore to be periodically protected against corrosion. Workers have to be protected from falls from heights by appropriate arresting devices. This article describes how to safely perform anticorrosion work on different types of pylons. The anchoring system and rope arrangements are described, as well as their correct use. (77494)
CIS 01-1521 Personal protection - Falls from heights. (French: Protection individuelle - Les chutes de hauteur) Deroide M., Face au risque, Mar. 1999, No.351, p.7-14. Illus. 7 ref. (In French) Internet: The prevention of falls from heights concerns all economic sectors, but particularly that of the construction industry, which accounted for 55 fatalities in France in 1996, representing more than half of the fatalities resulting from this cause in the country. Occupational accidents due to falls from heights represented 15% of fatalities and 20% of lost time. Main topics covered by the article include: accident statistics for France; responsibilities of managers and employers; description of fall-arresting devices; principles of fall prevention; falls from ladders; falls from scaffolding; purchase, maintenance and use of personal protective equipment. (77363)
CIS 01-1522 Fatal traffic accidents among trailer truck drivers and accident causes as viewed by other truck drivers. Häkkänen H, Summala H., Accident Analysis and Prevention, Mar. 2001, Vol.33, No.2, p.187-196. Illus. 46 ref. (In English) Internet: Causality factors, the responsibility of the driver and driver fatigue were studied in 337 fatal two-vehicle accidents occurring in Finland between 1991 and 1997 that involved a trailer truck driver. In addition, 251 long-haul truck drivers were questioned on their views regarding accident contributing factors. Trailer truck drivers were principally responsible for 16% of all the accidents. Younger driver age and night driving were significant predictors of being principally responsible. The probability of being principally responsible increased by a factor of >3 if the driver had a chronic illness. Only 2% of the drivers were estimated to have fallen asleep while driving just prior to the accident. According to the survey of truck drivers, accidents were most often caused by other road users, and driver fatigue was no more than the fifth (out of eight) most common causes of accidents. The probability of viewing fatigue as a more common cause increased significantly if the driver had experienced fatigue-related problems while driving. (77284)
CIS 01-1523 PTO shaft guards: Alignment of standard quality control in testing and manufacture. Steward P.C., O'Neill D.H., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2001. iv, 36p. Illus. 12 ref. Price: GBP 10.00., ISBN 0-7176-1954-0 (In English) Internet: The objective of this study was to propose revisions to the current standard for testing the resistance of tractor power take-off shaft guards, taking into account the effect of UV radiation, dust and salt on the plastic material from which the guard is made, as well as new guard designs. Several recommendations are made, which are to be discussed in a working group prior to submitting them as possible revisions to the current ISO 5674 standard. (77502)
CIS 01-1524 Industrial variable-reach trucks - Part 2: Additional stability tests for trucks handling freight containers of length 6m and above. (French: Chariots de manutention à portée variable - Partie 2: Essais de stabilité supplémentaires pour les chariots manutentionnant des conteneurs de fret de 6m de long et plus) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1st ed., 2001. iv, 12p. Illus. 2 ref. (In English, French) Internet: Part 2 of the ISO 13562 standard specifies additional tests to verify the stability of industrial variable-reach fork-lift trucks handling empty or laden freight containers of length 6m and above, swap bodies or semi-trailers. It is applicable to self-propelled, seated-rider operated, counterbalanced industrial variable-reach fork-lift trucks with non-slewing booms or slewing movement not greater than 5° either side of the longitudinal centre plane of the truck, fitted with fork arms or load-handling attach, with a rigid chassis, that may have stabilizers or axle-locking devices, and with two-wheel steering systems. (77555)
CIS 01-1525 Bi-directional and multi-directional fork-lift trucks - Stability tests. (French: Chariots élévateurs à fourche bi-directionnelle et multi-directionnelle - Essais de stabilité) International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Case postale 56, 1211 Genève 20, Switzerland, 1st ed., 2001. iii, 16p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English, French) Internet: This international standard specifies basic tests to verify the stability of bi-directional and multi-directional fork-lift trucks with tiltable or non-tiltable mast or fork arms. It is applicable to trucks fitted with fork arms and/or attachments but not to trucks that handle suspended loads that can swing freely. (77557)
CIS 01-1526 Manually operated suspended scaffolds (I): Construction standards. (Spanish: Andamios colgados móviles de accionamiento manual (I): normas constructivas) Tamborero del Pino J.M., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 6p. Illus. 6 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note on the standards for manually-controlled suspended scaffolds describes the various components of this equipment and lists the risk factors (tipping over, falls or breaks of the platform, falls of persons and falls of objects) and their causes. Topics covered include: construction standards applicable to the various components of suspended scaffolds; anchoring and suspending elements; fall arresters; stability of the structures; preventive measures (housekeeping and cleanliness, safety equipment, safety signalling, safe working procedures); legislation. See also CIS 01-1527 and CIS 01-1528. (77345)
CIS 01-1527 Manually operated suspended scaffolds (II): Guide for assembly and use. (Spanish: Andamios colgados móviles de accionamiento manual (II): normas de montaje y utilización) Tamborero del Pino J.M., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 5p. Illus. 7 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note highlights the main considerations for installing and dismantling the various components of suspended scaffolds, as well as recommendations for their use and maintenance. Relevant legislation in Spain is also mentioned. See also CIS 01-1526 and CIS 01-1528. (77346)
CIS 01-1528 Manually operated suspended scaffolds (III): elevating and manoeuvring components. (Spanish: Andamios colgados móviles de accionamiento manual (III): aparatos de elevación y de maniobra) Tamborero del Pino J.M., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 6p. Illus. 10 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note offers guidance on the use and maintenance of the elevating and manoeuvring components of suspended scaffolds, as well as of their individual parts. Contents include: description of elevating systems; prevention and protective measures applicable to the start of operation and the use, as well as to the storage of the components; safety devices and cables; maintenance; relevant legislation in Spain. See also CIS 01-1526 and CIS 01-1527. (77347)
CIS 01-1529 Code of practice for suspended scaffolds. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 1999. 28p. Illus. 4 ref., ISBN 9971-67-768-7 (In English) Internet: This standard was prepared to provide a set of criteria for the evaluation of the adequacy of suspended scaffolds used in Singapore. The main function of a suspended scaffold is to provide a safe means of access for workers carrying out work at height, as well as to provide a secure foothold. Consequently, the design criteria are formulated primarily with the safety of personnel in mind. This standard is based on the British Standard BS 5984:1990. (77507)
CIS 01-1530 Survival of infectious Pseudomonas aeruginosa genotypes in occupational saturation diving environment and the significance of these genotypes for recurrent skin infections. Ahlén C., Mandal L.H., Johannessen L.N., Iversen O.J., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.493-500. Illus. 10 ref. (In English) Internet: Occupational saturation divers suffer from various skin disorders, of which skin infections are the most serious and frequent. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is the microbe most often isolated. P.aeruginosa isolates from 292 skin infections in operational saturation divers and about 800 isolates from occupational saturation diving systems have been collected during the period 1986 to 1998. 472 P.aeruginosa isolates have been genetically analyzed, of which 181 originate from skin infections in divers. 97 different P.aeruginosa genotypes have been defined. Some of these genotypes are solely found from skin infections, some solely from the saturation environment and about 25% were found both from infections and from the saturation environment. Eight frequent infectious genotypes are shown to be present over several years, both in infections and in the saturation environment. The study suggests that skin infections in occupational saturation divers are commonly caused by environmental strains and not by diver-to-diver contagion. (77265)
CIS 01-1531 Contact dermatitis from proteins - An underestimated occupational skin disease. (French: Dermatite de contact aux protéines - Une dermatose professionnelle sous-estimée) Crépy M.N., Documents pour le médecin du travail, 3rd Quarter 1999, No.79, p.249-253. 31 ref. (In French) Internet: Occupational contact dermatitis from proteins concerns mainly workers in restaurants, in the food industry or in contact with animals. Responsible substances can include protein-rich fruit and vegetables, animal proteins, flour and enzymes. Contents: physiopathology; diagnosis in an occupational setting; diagnosis techniques (skin tests, IgE determination); prevention; compensation. (77279)
CIS 01-1532 A study of post-traumatic shingles as a work related injury. Foye P.M., Stitik T.P., Nadler S.F., Chen B., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, July 2000, Vol.38, No.1, p.108-111. 17 ref. (In English) Internet: After chicken pox, the herpes varicella-zoster (HVZ) virus may remain dormant in the dorsal root ganglion until later reactivation causes shingles, characterized by painful dysaesthesias and cutaneous vesicular eruptions along a unilateral dermatome. This is a case report of a 50-year old female hospital cleaner who sustained an acute, traumatic hyperextension injury to her right wrist, hand and fingers. Although she initially responded to treatment for flexor tendinitis, she suddenly developed shingles in the right C5-C6 dermatomes. She was treated with famcyclovir and her skin lesions resolved, but post-herpetic neuralgia persisted. It was felt that her shingles was causally related to her occupational injury since trauma was her only risk factor and the timing and location of the lesions corresponded closely to the occupational injury. Thus the costs of the treatment of her shingles and postherpetic neuralgia was paid via the workers' compensation system. (77317)
CIS 01-1533 Tuberculosis, AIDS and work. (Spanish: Tuberculosis, SIDA y trabajo) Trad Fager C., Salud Ocupacional, Jan.-June 2000, Vol.XVIII, No.76, p.10-17. Illus. (In Spanish) Internet: More than two thirds of the world population is believed to be infected by tuberculosis. The association between tuberculosis (TB) and immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) shows characteristic morbidity. This article describes the clinical features of TB, including its association with AIDS. This article reviews transmission factors, susceptibility and resistance to bacilli, treatment and screening, in particular in the Argentinian context. In terms of occupational hazards, TB represents a risk factor for workers in hospitals, veterinary practices, geriatric care institutions and in the meat processing industry. Various screening methods are also discussed. (77461)
CIS 01-1534 Upper airway inflammation assessed by nasal lavage in compost workers: A relation with bio-aerosol exposure. Douwes J., Wouters I., Dubbeld H., van Zwieten L., Steerenberg P., Doekes G., Heederik D., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2000, Vol.37, No.5, p.459-468. Illus. 21 ref. (In English) Internet: Exposure to microbial agents in the composting industry may cause work-related airway inflammation. Nasal lavage (NAL) has been proposed as a noninvasive method to assess such effects in population studies. Pre- and post-shift NAL were performed in the workers of a compost plant and in controls. Total cells, cytokines and other inflammation markers were measured in NAL fluid, and pre-shift levels and post/pre concentration ratios were compared with NAL results obtained in the controls. Job-title specific exposure levels ranged from 29 to 527EU/m3 for endotoxin and from 0.36 to 4.85µg/m3 for β(1,3)-glucan. Pre-shift NAL concentrations of total cells, myeloperoxydase, interleukin-8, NO and albumin and post/pre ratios for various markers were significantly higher in compost workers than in controls. NAL cells were mainly neutrophils. It is concluded that occupational exposure of compost workers may cause acute or chronic reactions in the upper airways induced by inflamatory agents such as endotoxins and β(1,3)-glucan. (77262)
CIS 01-1535 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Schistosomes, liver flukes and Helicobacter pylori. World Health Organization (WHO), World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 150 cours Albert Thomas, 69372 Lyon Cedex 08, France, 1994. 270p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: CHF 70.00., ISBN 92-832-1261-4 (In English) Internet: This monograph presents the views and expert opinions of an IARC working group which met in Lyon, France, 7-14 June 1994, concerning the cancer risks of helminths (parasitic worms), schistosoma and Heliobacter pylori. Of the seven agents reviewed, three were rated 1 (carcinogenic to humans), one was rated 2A (probably carcinogenic to humans), one was rated 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans) and two were classified 3 (not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans). For each agent, the following aspects are covered: exposure data; studies of cancer in humans; studies of cancer in experimental animals; other data relevant to an evaluation of carcinogenicity and its mechanisms; summary of reported data and evaluation. (77537)
CIS 01-1536 Information sheets on biological substances. (German: Merkblätter Biologische Arbeitsstoffe) Hofmann F., Jäckel R., eds., Ecomed Verlagsgesellschaft AG & Co. KG, Rudolf-Diesel-Str. 3, 86899 Langsberd/Lech, Germany, 2000. Approx. 250p. (binder). Illus. Bibl.ref. Index., ISBN 3-609-62150-8 (In German) Internet: After an introduction to the German legal framework, this publication reproduces the regulatory texts on biological substances with commentary, describing the mode of action of bacteria, viruses, fungi and other pathogenic agents and gives practical advice for working with biological substances. An overview of microbiological testing and directives for risk assessment in various types of workplaces as well as information on prevention measures (vaccination, personal protective equipment) are also included. Information sheets on biological substances are all identically laid out and provide a rapid overview of the characteristics of the pathogenic agent, the diseases it causes and protection measures to be taken. (77491)
CIS 01-1537 Lumbar column stress: An analysis of selected occupational load manipulations. (German: Belastung der Lendenwirbelsäule: Analyse ausgewählter beruflicher Lastenhandhabungen) Jordan C., Theilmeier A., Jäger M., Luttmann A., Die BG, June 2000, No.6, p.328-331. Illus. 15 ref. (In German) Internet: In this second Dortmund lumbar stress study, lumbar loads related to various postures typical of manual handling, including lifting and moving loads, transporting loads with and without mechanical aids, trunk flexion and throwing, and shovelling of goods, have been evaluated quantitatively. Stress sensors applied to hands or feet were used for measurements and stress profiles were determined for each task. For a report on the first Dortmund study, see CIS 01-897. (77335)
CIS 01-1538 You can't do without lighting. (French: L'indispensable lumière ...) Berthon J., Performances Humaines et Techniques, Mar.-Apr. 1999, No.99, p.14-15. (In French) Internet: The importance of lighting in the work environment is emphasized. To avoid visual fatigue, it is necessary for lighting to provide proper visual acuity and comfort, as well as contribute to a pleasant environment. The role of lighting specialists is described and examples of alterations of office lighting in order to improve worker comfort and satisfaction are provided. It is important that the lighting specialist be independent of lighting equipment manufacturers or their distribution channels. (77452)
CIS 01-1539 Lighting and the visual environment. (French: Eclairage et espace visuel) Damelincourt J.J., Performances Humaines et Techniques, Mar.-Apr. 1999, No.99, p.19-26. Illus. (In French) Internet: Lighting analysis brings together the knowledge required to define, create and control the lighting environment. It is based on an understanding of the physiology of the eye as well as of the physics of light itself. The lighting specialist must satisfy the requirements of visual performance, visual comfort and subjective assessment of users. The lighting analysis of an interior working environment is described. It consists of the examination of two visual sub-environments, the ergorama, which is related to the visual tasks themselves, and the panorama, which is what is seen during periods of eye rest. (77453)
CIS 01-1540 Effect of continuous rotary seat pan movements on physiological oedema of the lower extremities during prolonged sitting. van Deursen D.L., van Deursen L.L.J.M., Snijders C.J., Goossens R.H.M., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Nov. 2000, Vol.26, No.5, p.521-526. Illus. 20 ref. (In English) Internet: To assess the time-related response of swelling in the lower extremities during static supported sitting compared with sitting in an experimental chair which uses rotary continuous passive motion of the seat pan, ten healthy subjects were measured in two conditions, with and without dynamic stimulation of the seat pan, in 3h sitting sessions, on successive days. The volume of the lower legs was measured four times, at 1h intervals, by means of water displacement volumetry. Significant differences in lower leg swelling were found between the static and the dynamic situation. Female subjects showed an increased response in time-related leg swelling and the age of subjects also influenced the results. Dynamic stimulation during sitting has an oedema-reducing effect on the lower extremities. Continuous passive motion is a promising tool for prevention and therapy for the airline and professional transport industries, and in numerous other industrial applications. (77288)
CIS 01-1541 Risk factors for work-related low back pain in the People's Republic of China. Jin K., Sorock G.S., Courtney T., Liang Y., Yao Z., Matz S., Ge L., International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health, Jan.-Mar. 2000, Vol.6, No.1, p.26-33. 39 ref. (In English) Internet: A critical review was conducted of literature published from 1983 to 1997 on work-related low back pain in China. Studies that permitted the calculation of prevalence ratios were selected. 35 papers were identified initially, and after quality criteria were applied, 16 were selected for more detailed review. Prevalence ratios were statistically elevated in all but two of the selected studies. Prevalence ratios for individual groups ranged from 2.0 to 8.5 for bending and twisting, 1.5 to 14.3 for static posture, 1.9 to 5.5 for whole-body vibration, and 2.6 to 9.4 for low-temperature exposure. The literature was limited by the absence of standardized and robust measures of low-back-pain outcomes and exposures and by the omission of fundamental details from research reports. Even with these limitations, the review findings suggest that three physical risk factors - bending and twisting, static posture, vibration - all well known in the international literature - are associated with the prevalence of low back pain in China. (77306)
CIS 01-1542 Ergonomic design and users' participation: Case of a sand-blasting chamber. (French: Conception ergonomique et participation des travailleurs: le cas d'un cabinet de sablage au jet) Vezeau S., Gagné N., Lemay C., Labrie D., Travail et santé, Dec. 1999, Vol.15, No.4, p.6-10. Illus. 12 ref. (In French) Internet: Manual equipment and tools are widely involved in the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), which affect the upper extremities due to poor design, excessive use and strong grip forces. The resulting MSDs include deformation of the wrists and the fingers, localized high pressures affecting the hand and postural constraints of the neck and shoulders, with aggravated consequences whenever the tasks require repetitive movements. This article describes a research project involving a sand-blasting chamber in a large transportation company. A working group including operators, a supervisor, a person responsible for OSH, an ergonomics specialist and an equipment designer was constituted to analyse the ergonomic constraints of the job and to design a new sand-blasting cabin incorporating numerous ergonomic improvements. (77361)
CIS 01-1543 Lumbar sprain in the chemical industry. (Spanish: Esguince lumbar en la industria química) Salinas Tovar S., Lozada Montoya M.E., López Rojas P., Hernández Leyva B., López Marmolejo A., Salud Ocupacional, July-Oct. 2000, Vol.XVIII, No.77, p.24-29. Illus. 27 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: The objective of this study was to identify and compare lumbar sprains due to occupational accidents in the chemical industry with those of other sectors of the economy. 97,834 cases reported in Mexico during 1995-1997 were analysed according to type of accident, age, sex, length of service in the occupation, temporary and permanent disability. While incidence rates show a slight overall downward trend, no significant differences were observed between the chemical industry and other sectors. Preventive measures implemented during the period studied have not yet resulted in significant decreases in incidence, duration of absenteeism and rate of permanent disability. (77463)
CIS 01-1544 Ergonomics and occupational safety and health in work situation design. (French: Ergonomie et prévention en conception des situations de travail) Grosjean J.C., Neboit M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 2nd Quarter 2000, No.179, p.31-48. Illus. 74 ref. (In French) Internet: Changes in working methods have transformed occupational safety and health preventive practices, which are gradually incorporating human, individual, social and economic dimensions into technical and prescriptive practices. This document is a theoretical analysis and bibliographical review intended to provide persons responsible for occupational risk prevention with methodological references and key concepts to help integrate occupational safety and health into job design projects. The main phases developed include: analysis of the project and its context; planning of the tasks and the participation of all persons involved; evaluation of the degree of risk prevention built into the project. (77273)
CIS 01-1545 Handedness, hand roles, and hand injuries at work. Mackenzie K., Peters M., Journal of Safety Research, Winter 2000, Vol.31, No.4, p.221-227. 36 ref. (In English) Internet: A first part of this article consists of a literature review discussing the prevalence of hand injuries, and the significance of hand roles and handedness in industrial injuries. A second part studies the roles of the two hands in the metal manufacturing industry. Thirty different work stations in seven plants were surveyed to establish whether there was a significant bias in terms of movement requirements for one or the other hand, leading to a possible differential risk of injury for the left and right hands. Overall, there was no clear bias favouring the right hand in activities assigned to the hands in seven different movement categories. However, the location of emergency controls favoured the right hand unequivocally. The implications of biases favouring the left/right hand for safety of machine operation are discussed in the light of current findings on left and right hand performance in right- and lefthanders. (77282)
CIS 01-1546 Ergonomic design and evaluation of a new VDT workstation chair with keyboard-mouse support. Park M.Y., Kim J.Y., Shin J.H., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Nov. 2000, Vol.26, No.5, p.537-548. Illus. 19 ref. (In English) Internet: A new-concept VDT workstation chair with an adjustable keyboard and mouse support was designed, based upon the result of 3-D graphical simulations and the anthropometric specifications of the Korean population. A prototype chair was constructed with a keyboard and mouse support directly attached to the chair body. An experiment was conducted to compare the new workstation chair to a conventional computer chair without a keyboard-mouse support by measuring muscle fatigue and surveying subjective discomfort. Six volunteer subjects participated in six 1-hour word-processing sessions with the two chairs and three different work postures. Results indicate that the new-concept VDT chair generally improved subjective comfort level and reduced fatigue in the finger flexor and extensor, and the low back muscles. Implications of the new design and suggestions for further development are addressed. (77290)
CIS 01-1547 Effects of an ergonomic training program on workers with video display units. Brisson C., Montreuil S., Punnett L., Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health, June 1999, Vol.25, No.3, p.255-263. Illus. 34 ref. (In English) Internet: The effect of an ergonomic training programme for video display unit (VDU) users on their work posture and on the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders was evaluated. For both a study group that received the training and for a control group that did not, data were collected through direct observation of the workstations, self-administered questionnaires and a physical examination. The prevalence of the three postural stressors evaluated (twisted neck, inappropriate height of visual target, broken hand-wrist line) decreased in the experimental group after the training. In the control group, two of the three stressors decreased in frequency but to a lesser extent. Some of these beneficial changes were more frequent in workers under 40 years of age, for whom there was also a decrease in the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders. (77423)
CIS 01-1548 Two case studies. (French: Deux témoignages d'intervention) Duffort A., Performances Humaines et Techniques, Mar.-Apr. 1999, No.99, p.11-13. (In French) Internet: When requesting advice in ergonomics, companies often describe the working environment as a series of unrelated elements, such as work schedules, task distribution, equipment used, physical environment, etc. Ergonomic consultants need to take the interactions among these factors into account in order to propose the best solution. Two case studies are used to illustrate this approach, one in the food processing industry (work postures, repetitive work, cold environment) and the other in precision casting in the aerospace industry (lighting, manual handling of components). (77451)
CIS 01-1549 Workplace layout: Preventing occupational risks at the design stage. (French: Implantation des lieux de travail: prévention des risques professionnels dès la conception) Terrier C., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 1st Quarter 1999, No.174, p.15-35. Illus. 9 ref. (In French) Internet: A method for reducing the risks of occupational accidents and diseases when designing workplace layout is presented. It is participatory and iterative, involving the owners of the company, its management, the architect, the contractor and the workers who will be employed on the premises. The objectives are to reduce the risks linked to in-plant traffic, physical and chemical factors, and factors involving the flow and handling of materials, as well as to improve efficiency and quality. The method is based on an analysis of the firm as consisting of four main types of sectors: (1) sectors with in-plant traffic risks, (2) sectors with chemical and physical risks, (3) non-manufacturing sectors with low levels of material flow, and (4) sectors with significant levels of material flow. (77456)
CIS 01-1550 Work situation and physical workload of refuse collectors in three different time periods. Kuijer P., Frings-Dresen M., de Looze M., Visser B., van der Beek A., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Nov. 2000, Vol.26, No.5, p.509-519. Illus. 21 ref. (In English) Internet: Working conditions and health effects of garbage collectors in the city of Haarlem, The Netherlands, were studied at work, through a laboratory simulation experiment and with the help of a questionnaire. The findings were compared to those of an earlier study conducted in Haarlem in 1985, and to a national study conducted in The Netherlands in 1993. On several important parameters, such as the time carrying garbage bags or pushing containers, the amount of refuse collected and the physical workload during a working day, the results did not differ from those of earlier studies. However, the working postures and the perceived exertion of the refuse collectors in Haarlem in 1997 were more favourable than those of the refuse collectors in the national study. Proposed measures to improve working conditions and to reduce physical workload include task rotation, effective work-rest schedules and the redesign of two-wheeled containers. (77287)
CIS 01-1551 Physical exercise in the prevention of musculoskeletal diseases in the elderly worker. (Italian: L'esercizio fisico nella prevenzione delle patologie muscolo-scheletriche nel lavoratore anziano) Capodaglio P., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.379-386. 19 ref. (In Italian) Internet: The impact of ageing on physical work capacity in older workers and the benefits of exercise programmes designed for prevention of musculoskeletal complaints is reviewed. Physical work capacity generally declines significantly after 50 years of age. A reduction in muscle strength is accompanied by a decline in the fatigue threshold. This, in combination with a reduced recovery capacity after exercise, may lead to chronic overload of muscles and tendons. Also the adoption of an active life-style and the rational use of ergonomic interventions, such as automation of certain work processes, appears to minimize the impact of ageing on work capacity. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77479)
CIS 01-1552 Occurrence and magnitude of overload injuries to the lumbar vertebrae and discs of workers exposed to heavy physical exertions or vibration. Burton A.K., Tillotson K.M., Brinckmann P., Frobin W., Biggemann M., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 1999. vi, 54p. Illus. 22 ref. Price: GBP 20.00., ISBN 0-7176-1692-4 (In English) Internet: To assess the prevalence of damage to lumbar vertebrae and discs due to occupational overload, archived lateral thoraco-lumbar radiographs and work histories of 355 subjects were collected from 8 cohorts in the steel, mining and oil industries as well as from public services. Vertebral height, sagittal plane displacement and disc height were measured, using advanced methods of image analysis. The measured data were compared with age-appropriate data of normative databases, previously compiled from radiographs of unexposed subjects. Results show that lifting and handling very heavy objects, particularly when working in confined spaces or on uneven ground, lead to a noticeable and significant decrease in the height of lumbar discs. Vibration and shock loading transmitted from unsprung seats also resulted in a significant decrease in lumbar disc height. The study shows that spinal loading in certain industrial workplaces can result in irreparable damage to lumbar discs. (77551)
CIS 01-1553 Flexibility and working conditions - A qualitative and comparative study in seven EU Member States. Goudswaard A, de Nanteuil M., European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions, Wyattville Road, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin, Ireland, 2000. viii, 142p. Illus. 41 ref. Price: EUR 22.00., ISBN 92-828-9767-2 (In English) Internet: Flexibility is a heterogeneous concept linking quantitative, qualitative, external and internal variables. This study, based on research carried out in seven European Union Member States, aims at defining working conditions and examines their reliance on various forms of flexibility. Main topics covered: flexibility strategies at the corporate level; impact of flexibility on conditions of work and of employment; role of national industrial relations system (legislation, labour relation system); areas of future investigation and action. (77320)
CIS 01-1554 Code of practice for factory layout - Safety, health and welfare considerations. Singapore Productivity and Standards Board, 1 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118221, Singapore, 1999. 44p. 15 ref., ISBN 9971-67-726-1 (In English) Internet: This standard provides guidelines on safety, health and welfare to be taken into consideration when planning factory layouts. It contains a section on ergonomics to take into account human factors, including topics such as design in relation to body dimensions, body posture, muscular strength and body movement. It is intended for factory occupiers, factory owners, engineers, architects, safety officers, developers and all others concerned with factory layouts. (77508)
CIS 01-1555 Effects of low-dose alcohol exposure on simulated merchant ship piloting by maritime cadets. Howland J., Rohsenow D.J., Cote J., Gomez B., Mangione T.W., Laramie A.K., Accident Analysis and Prevention, Mar. 2001, Vol.33, No.2, p.257-265. Illus. 38 ref. (In English) Internet: The US Department of Transportation regulates blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for operators of aircraft, trains and commercial vessels. This study examines the effects of alcohol on simulated merchant ship handling on 38 volunteer deck officer cadets at least 21 years of age, with previous experience on a bridge simulator. Following a baseline trial on the first day, participants were given alcohol (0.6g/kg for males and 0.5g/kg for females) on the second day, and tested after allowing time for absorption. Testing required the execution of simulator tasks representing the passage of a fully loaded container vessel through a channel with commercial traffic. Performance was significantly impaired by these doses of alcohol. These findings support current federal regulations that limit alcohol exposure for the operators of commercial transport vehicles. Further research is required to determine effects at lower BACs. (77285)
CIS 01-1556 Organisational failure: Lessons from industry applied in the medical domain. van Vuuren W., Safety Science, Oct.-Nov. 1999, Vol.33, No.1-2, p.13-29. Illus. 28 ref. (In English) Internet: Medical risk management and medical accidents are receiving growing interest from researchers in the fields of industrial engineering and human factors. Many methods have been developed to analyse safety and risks in industrial settings, particularly in high-risk industries such as chemical processing, nuclear power and aviation. To cope with the increasing demand for risk management methods and tools in the medical field, the possibility of transferring methods and tools initially developed for industrial settings is investigated. For this purpose, a taxonomy for classifying organizational root causes of safety-related incidents, developed for the steel industry, is used to classify organizational root causes of both industrial and medical incidents. The article concludes by evaluating the applicability of the method in two differfent medical settings, the emergency and anaesthesia departments of a large hospital. (77302)
CIS 01-1557 Work load as a condition for emotional exhaustion and depersonalization within the burnout process. (German: Arbeitsbelastungen als Bedingungen von emotionaler Erschöpfung und Depersonalisation im Burnoutprozess) Büssing A., Schmitt S., Zeitschrift für Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologie, 2nd Quarter 1998, Vol.42, No.2, p.76-88. 54 ref. (In German) Internet: A study involving 482 nurses working in different hospital units was performed in order to investigate the influence of work demand factors on burnout components, emotional exhaustion and depersonalization. It was found that work stress factors correlated with emotional exhaustion. Besides physical and psychological stress factors, factors such as social stress and interactive stress also have an influence. However, higher burnout or work stress were not observed for nurses working in intensive care units. This could be due to the fact that social and interaction-related situations are less important than technical and medical factors in these units. Stresses relevant for burnout occur where the interaction with patients and other professionals are most important. (77338)
CIS 01-1558 How to address the issue of violence perceived by social workers? - "Talking about violence": A cross-sectional study in the Paris region. (French: Comment aborder la violence ressentie par les travailleurs sociaux? "Parler de la violence" - Une enquête transversale en région parisienne) Creusot-Soret M., Alcouffe J., Montéléon P.Y., Cahiers de médecine interprofessionnelle, 1999, Vol.39, No.4, p.431-440. (In French) Internet: Social workers represent the occupation most exposed to violence during the course of their work. An epidemiological study conducted by means of a self-reporting questionnaire shows that exposure to violence is a frequent phenomenon and concerns 76.6% of workers involved in all types of tasks. Although the frequency of occurrences of violence is highest in the social work occupation group, it is also high in service activities. Verbal violence predominates (90% of reported cases). Solutions proposed by workers include improved communication at all levels so as to attenuate the impact of this exposure to violence. (77358)
CIS 01-1559 A task-delineated safety approach for slip, trip and fall hazards. Quintana R., Safety Science, Oct.-Nov. 1999, Vol.33, No.1-2, p.31-45. Illus. 23 ref. (In English) Internet: Task-delineated safety (TDS), a behaviour-based safety management scheme, was developed in order to address the significant problems of slip, trip and fall accidents. The hypothesis of this approach is that hazards can be minimized if personnel are held directly accountable with clear task delineation for keeping an area safe. Role ambiguity would be minimized and a less hazardous environment would result. Management's role in providing feedback and enforcement is paramount to the success of this and any safety management scheme. This hypothesis was analysed by focusing on slip, trip and fall hazards at a used-clothes sorting facility, with a history of slip, trip and fall accidents costing the company approximately two million US dollars in the past 3 years. Two physically identical areas were used to compare TDS to the traditional approach. The slip, trip and fall hazard density was significantly lower using the TDS approach. (77303)
CIS 01-1560 Health of staff at the counter - Effects of new work organization. (French: La santé des agents d'accueil - Les effets de la nouvelle organisation du travail) Koufane N., Négroni P., Vion M., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, 2nd Quarter 2000, No.179, p.75-81. Illus. 22 ref. (In French) Internet: In 1997, a study was carried out in Paris on the effects of changes in work organization on the health of staff at employment agencies. The study allowed on one hand to highlight the dominant nature of psychic disorders over more physical ailments and, on the other, to identify several strategies developed by agents to cope with "emotionally difficult" persons among those entitled to unemployment benefits. The ergonomic actions derived from the conclusions of the study relate to staff training and to the creation of a unit aimed at improving their health and conditions of work. (77276)
CIS 01-1561 The relationship between psycho-social factors, workload and epidemiological pathologies. (Italian: Relazione tra fattori psicosociali, carico lavorativo e patologie di rilievo epidemiologico) Camerino D., Fattorini E., Molteni G., De Vito G., Prevenzione oggi, Jan.-Mar. 1999, Vol.XI, No.1, p.43-69. Illus. 54 ref. (In Italian) Internet: In order to evaluate the effect of psychosocial factors and related stress responses on the onset of musculoskeletal disorders, a study was conducted on 1182 nurses (949 women and 233 men) in three large Milan hospitals. The main task investigated was the transfer of patients. Psychosocial aspects were researched by using four different questionnaires and rating scales. Ailments were quantified by using a questionnaire developed and validated in Italy for the collection of data on back pain. Research results confirmed that objective evaluations of the physical load and subjective evaluations are consistent, that physical load is the main risk for back ailments and that there is a significant relationship between psychosocial factors, stress and fatigue. Based on this research, it is recommended that information and training for nurses consider the potential for change in the relationship between the individual and the organization in the management of workloads. (77280)
CIS 01-1562 Motivating the workforce: The value of external health and safety awards. Tait R., Walker D., Journal of Safety Research, Winter 2000, Vol.31, No.4, p.243-251. 20 ref. (In English) Internet: The use of external health and safety awards by companies in the United Kingdom is considered, and a review of the types of award schemes currently available is provided. Two previous research projects presented data on the benefits that motivate participation in these awards. However, there are a number of further benefits that can be identified, including improved opportunities in the competitive tendering process, strengthening of community relations and positive feedback for the safety and health professional that could lead to acknowledgement of their contribution to the safety and health performance in the organization. (77283)
CIS 01-1563 Prevalence of assault and perception of risk of assault in urban public service employment settings. Riopelle D.D., Bourque L.B., Robbins M., Shoaf K.I., Kraus J., International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health, Jan.-Mar. 2000, Vol.6, No.1, p.9-17. Illus. 12 ref. (In English) Internet: The prevalence and correlates of physical assaults, threats of assault, and workers' perceptions of safety in selected urban employment settings in the Los Angeles area (California, USA) are described. Questionnaires were mailed to a random sample of 1,763 persons working at various jobs, who were asked to describe their work environments, their perceptions of personal safety at work, and physical assaults and threats they had experienced. Three percent of the respondents reported being assaulted within the previous year and 14% reported being threatened within the previous 30 days. Younger workers, more educated workers, and those who worked with clients or patients were more likely to report assaults. Approximately one third of those who reported threats or assaults described the perpetrator(s) as clients, patients, or persons in legal custody, and one third described the perpetrator(s) as co-workers or supervisors. Fifty-two percent of the workers reported being concerned about their safety at work. (77304)
CIS 01-1564 Personality traits and counterproductive behaviour in organizations. Results of a pilot study. (German: Persönlichkeitsmerkmale und kontraproduktives Verhalten in Organisationen. Ergebnisse einer Pilotstudie) Moser K., Schwörer F., Eisele D., Haefele G., Zeitschrift für Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologie, 2nd Quarter 1998, Vol.42, No.2, p.89-94. 15 ref. (In German) Internet: According to responses to questionnaires by 75 white-collar professionals in various German organizations, items of counterproductive behaviour were identified and correlated with personality traits according to the scales of the NEO five-factor inventory. "Theft in the broadest sense" was negatively correlated with conscientiousness, but contrary to expectations, it was not positively correlated with extroversion. "Uncooperativeness" was correlated with low levels of conscientiousness, poor extroversion and high levels of disagreeableness. (77339)
CIS 01-1565 The work task evaluation system. (German: Das Tätigkeitsbewertungssystem (TSB)) Pifczyk A., Fuhrmann H., Zeitschrift für Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologie, 2nd Quarter 1998, Vol.42, No.2, p.109-113. Illus. 14 ref. (In German) Internet: A system for evaluating work tasks established in 1995 for the analysis of complex work processes was found to constitute an appropriate tool for the design of job patterns meeting personality and health requirements. The subjective and objective components of work analysis are readily correlated in this system, which also allows the integration of the workers' comments. The article gives a review of applications of the method. (77340)
CIS 01-1566 Fatiguing work, ageing and health: A cross-sectional study of a group of anaesthesiologists. (Italian: Lavoro usurante, invecchiamento e salute: studio trasversale in un gruppo di anestesisti) Basso A., Urbano M.L., Soleo L., Serio G., Trerotoli P., Scianaro S., Di Candia O., Ambrosi L., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.354-365. Illus. 22 ref. (In Italian) Internet: A general discussion of the fatigue concept, based on criteria retrieved from Italian laws, is presented. The results are then reported of a questionnaire survey in which 1438 Italian anaesthesiologists and resuscitators (mean age: 45.5 years) were asked if they considered their occupation as fatiguing. A high incidence of stress-related conditions and joint diseases was found, with a positive correlation with age. Other organic diseases did not appear to occur earlier than expected. Overall, the principal risk in this occupational group was that of neuropsychic disease due to physical and mental stress. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77477)
CIS 01-1567 Psychological and psychosocial aspects in the elderly worker. (Italian: Aspetti psicologici e psicosociali del lavoratore anziano) Camerino D., Medicina del lavoro, July-Aug. 2000, Vol.91, No.4, p.326-333. Illus. 16 ref. (In Italian) Internet: Older workers exhibit changes in performance, but these do not necessarily interfere with work in a negative way. Psychological data on populations exposed to different occupational risks (e.g. exposure to neurotoxic agents) have been revised according to the age of workers. In order to encourage elderly workers to stay at work, it is recommended to simplify their tasks, and to reduce abnormal environmental stimuli in their work. This paper was presented at an International Seminar on Ageing and Work, held in Verona (Italy) on 7 Apr. 2000. (77474)
CIS 01-1568 Job satisfaction of German Red Cross nurses - A longitudinal study. (German: Arbeitszufriedenheit bei Schwestern vom Deutschen Roten Kreuz: eine Längsschnittuntersuchung) Hoffmann C., Shaker Verlag, Postfach 1290, 52013 Aachen, Germany, 1999. vi, 337p. Illus. 142 ref., ISBN 3-8265-6192-9 (In German) Internet: Contents of this thesis analysing the results of a longitudinal study of job satisfaction among German Red Cross nurses: historical overview of job satisfaction; description of the workplace of Red Cross nurses; significance and features of job satisfaction; job satisfaction as a function of hierarchical position, various aspect of the job, and work-time schedules; analysis of the causes of job resignations; suggestions for improving job satisfaction. Results are summarized for individual hierarchical groups. Interview guides and detailed questionnaires are included as appendices. (77332)
CIS 01-1569 Psychological suffering at work - Guide through the labyrinth of bullying. (French: Souffrance psychologique au travail - Guide dans les méandres du harcèlement psychologique) Fromaigeat D., Wennubst G., Office cantonal de l'inspection et des relations du travail (OCIRT), Case postale 3974, 1211 Genève 3, Switzerland, 2000. 115p. 30 ref. (In French) Internet: Bullying at the place of work consists of acts carried out by a person or group of persons, psychologically targetting a specific individual. It is characterized by the repeated nature, frequency and regularity of the hostile acts, while the "mobbing" process is defined by the magnitude of the health effects and prejudice suffered. The purpose of this publication is to describe the consequences of such acts, and to help employers understand their seriousness and thus avoid their occurrence. (77368)
CIS 01-1570 Mental workload: Factors. (Spanish: Carga mental de trabajo: factores) de Arquer M.I., Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, Ediciones y Publicaciones, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 1999. 5p. 6 ref. (In Spanish) Internet: This information note defines mental workload and describes the main contributing factors, which include: job demand; conditions of work (lighting, thermal comfort, noise level, work atmosphere, unpleasant smells, social and organizational factors), personal factors and non-occupational social factors. The negative consequences of an excessive mental workload are explained, and preventive measures are proposed. (77349)
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