CIS 08-751 Decree No.2006-1256 of 15 Nov. 2006 defining the responsibilities of employers with respect to occupational safety [Senegal]. (French: Décret n°2006-1256 du 15 novembre 2006 fixant les obligations des employeurs en matière de sécurité au travail [Sénégal]) Journal officiel de la République du Sénégal, 19 May 2007, No.6347, 2851-2853. Also: PDF document from the site of the Réseau sénégalais "Droit, Éthique, Santé" (http://www.refer.sn/rds/). (In French)

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http://www.refer.sn/rds/IMG/pdf/c06-11-15SECURITETRAVAIL.pdf
http://www1.adie.sn/jo/article.php3?id_article=5884

New Senegal legislation defining the responsibilities of employers with respect to occupational safety and health. (108440)

CIS 08-752 Regulation of the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy of 2 March 2007 amending the regulation on general provisions of occupational safety and health [Poland]. (Polish: Rozporządzenie Ministra Pracy i Polityki Społecznej z dnia 2 marca 2007 r. zmieniające rozporządzenie w sprawie ogólnych przepisów bezpieczeństwa i higieny pracy) Dziennik Ustaw, 20 Mar. 2007, No.49, p.3120-3123. (In Polish)

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http://infor.pl/skany/spis.php?rodzaj=dzu&rok=2007&num=49&poz=330&str=0001

This regulation transposes into Polish legislation the provisions of occupational safety and health Directives of the EU, namely Council Directives 89/391/EEC of 12 June 1989 on the introduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work (see CIS 89-1401) and 89/654/EEC of 30 November 1989 concerning the minimum safety and health requirements for the workplace (see CIS 90-356). The regulation is effective of 20 June 2007. (108270)

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CIS 08-753 The REACH book - The full REACH regulation No 1907/2006 as published in the OJ [European Union]. European Trade Union Institute for Research, Health and Safety, Boulevard du Roi Albert II, 5 box 4, 1210 Bruxelles, Belgium, 2007. 132p. Price: EUR 5.00., ISBN 978-2-87452-075-4 (In English)

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The REACH regulation has been in effect since June 2007. This booklet, published by the ETUI-REHS Health and Safety Department, contains the full English version with annexes (barring annex XVII) and the Directive 2006/121/EC on the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances. (108323)

CIS 08-754 Health and Safety - Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 [United Kingdom]. HSE Books, PO Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 6FS, United Kingdom, 2006. (Also: TSO Online Bookshop, http://www.tso.co.uk/bookshop/). 28p. Illus. Price: GBP 4.50., ISBN 0-11-075191-4 (In English)

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http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2006/20062739.htm

These Regulations revoke and replace the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002 (CIS 03-1029), and revoke and re-enact, with modifications, the Asbestos (Licensing) Regulations 1983 (CIS 83-1850) and the Asbestos (Prohibitions) Regulations 1992 (CIS 93-359, as amended by CIS 03-1518). They implement in Great Britain the provisions of Directives 76/769/EEC (CIS 92-22), 83/477/EEC (CIS 84-327), 90/394/EEC (CIS 90-1758) and 98/24/EC (CIS 98-1094), as modified. The main purpose of the Regulations is to protect workers who may be exposed to asbestos at work and other persons who may be affected by such work. They also impose duties on employees concerning their own protection from such exposure. The new control limit for all kinds of asbestos is set at 0.1f/cm³ of air averaged over a continuous period of 4h. Contents: interpretation; application; duty to manage asbestos in non-domestic premises; identification of the presence of asbestos; assessment of work which exposes employees to asbestos; plans of work; licencing of work with asbestos; notification of work with asbestos; information, instruction and training of workers; prevention or reduction of exposure to asbestos; use and maintenance of control measures; provision and cleaning of protective clothing; arrangements to deal with accidents, incidents and emergencies; duty to prevent or reduce the spreading of asbestos; cleanliness of premises and plant; designated areas; air monitoring; standards for air testing and site clearance certification; standards for analysis; health records and medical surveillance; washing and changing facilities; storage, distribution and labelling of raw asbestos and asbestos waste; prohibitions (basically, the importation, supply and use of asbestos and of any product to which asbestos has intentionally been added are banned). (108369)

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CIS 08-755 Grand-Ducal Regulation of 17 July 2000 on the control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances [Luxembourg]. (French: Règlement grand-ducal du 17 juillet 2000 concernant la maîtrise des dangers liés aux accidents majeurs impliquant des substances dangereuses [Luxembourg]) Mémorial - Journal officiel du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg, 11 Aug. 2000, No.A-73, p.1430-1446. (In French)

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http://www.legilux.public.lu/leg/a/archives/2000/0073/a073.pdf

This regulation implements in Luxembourg the provisions of EC Directive 96/82/EC (see CIS 97-1079 ). Its aim is to prevent or limit the effects of major accidents, ensuring high levels of protection in the country. It applies to all establishments where dangerous substances are present in quantities exceeding certain levels indicated in the Annex. The following fall outside its scope: military establishments, hazards created by ionizing radiation, most transport and pipeline activities, and mines and quarries. Operators shall have obligations connected with major hazard prevention, including: notification of establishments where dangerous substances are present; prevention policies; prevention of domino-effect accidents; safety reports; emergency plans; major hazard control in urban environments; information on safety measures and on accidents; reporting to the Commission on major accidents; prohibiting certain activities; inspections; exchange of information between Member States and the Commission. In annex: qualifying quantities for substances; list of categories of substances and preparations not named individually; minimum requirements for written reports etc. The Regulation of 10 Apr. 1987 on the same subject (see CIS 88-1425), as modified in 1991, is revoked. (108381)

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CIS 08-756 Hormesis in ecotoxicology. (German: Hormesis in der Ökotoxikologie) Advisory Committee on Existing Chemicals (BUA), S. Hirzel Verlag, Birkenwaldstrasse 44, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany, 2007. ix, 87p. (German); xi, 46p. (English). Illus. 87 ref. Price: EUR 36.00., ISBN 978-3-7776-1545-5 (de), ISBN 978-3-7776-1569-1 (En) (In English, German)

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In recent years, the term hormesis has been used in ecotoxicology to describe non-monotonic dose-response relationships. Main topics covered by this criteria document on hormesis in ecotoxicology: history; dose-response relationships; attempts at explaining hormesis and its mechanisms; similar phenomena; experimental design; statistical aspects; case study of a 21-d reproduction test with Daphnia magna; consequences for hazard evaluation. (108386)

CIS 08-757 Emissions of selected hydrocarbons from uses of liquid fuels for combustion engines and heating in Germany. (German: Emmissionen ausgewählter Kohlenwasserstoffe aus Anwendungen flüssiger Kraft- und Brennstoffe im Verkehrswesen, im Off-Road-Bereich und in der Wärmeerzeugung in Deutschland) Ettel S., Winkler M., Zellner R., Advisory Committee on Existing Chemicals (BUA), S. Hirzel Verlag, Birkenwaldstrasse 44, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany, 2007. xix, 196p. (German); 139+38p. (English). 78 ref. Price: EUR 60.00., ISBN 978-3-7776-1453-3 (de), ISBN 978-3-7776-1568-4 (En) (In English, German)

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This criteria document investigates the emissions of selected hydrocarbons through spillage and evaporation losses, and in exhaust gases as the result of incomplete combustion from liquid fuels in road, railroad, inland waterways and aircraft traffic, in other types of off-road engines and in heating. The analysis covered the period between 1990 and 2010 in Germany. The selected compounds are: buta-1,3-diene, pentane, cyclohexane, 2,4,4-trimethypent-1-ene, 2,4,4-trimethypent-2-ene, benzene, toluene, ethyl benzene, styrene, cumene, mesitylene, tert-butyl benzene, tetrahydronaphthalene, naphthalene, 2-methyl naphthalene, 1-methyl naphthalene and 2,6-dimethyl naphthalene. (108387)

CIS 08-758 Supplementary reports XI (Nos. 2,11a,11b,13,83,85). (German: Ergänzungsberichte XI) Advisory Committee on Existing Chemicals (BUA), S. Hirzel Verlag, Birkenwaldstrasse 44, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany, 2007. 286p. (German); 240p. (English). Bibl.ref. Price: EUR 63.00., ISBN 978-3-7776-1424-3 (de), ISBN 978-3-7776-1571-4 (En) (In English, German)

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This document includes translations of supplementary reports, finalized between October 1985 and February 1992, relating to six substances (o-chlorobenzene, m-chlorobenzene, p-chlorobenzene, nonylphenol, carbon disulfide and chloranil) evaluated in earlier BUA reports. The new data relate mainly to ecotoxicological aspects and the results of animal studies carried out following recommendations in the original reports. Toxic effects in humans are reported. (108388)

CIS 08-759 Supplementary Reports XII (Nos. 39, 62, 67, 150, 151, 180,181, 194, 206). (German: Ergänzungsbericht XII) Advisory Committee on Existing Chemicals (BUA), S. Hirzel Verlag, Birkenwaldstrasse 44, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany, 2007. 95p. Bibl.ref. Price: EUR 47.00., ISBN 978-3-7776-1456-4 (de), ISBN 978-3-7776-1575-2 (En) (In English, German)

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This document included translations of supplementary reports, finalized between June 1986 and May 1997, relating to nine substances or groups of substances (naphthalene, hexachlorobutadiene, diethylene glycol dimethyl ether, chloracetic acid methyl ester, chloracetic acid ethyl ester, C₁₀-C₂₁-alkane sulfonic acids, phenyl esters, chloroalkane sulfonic acids, sodium salts, 3-methyl-2-butenal and surfactants) evaluated in earlier BUA reports. The new data relate mainly to ecotoxicological aspects and the results of animal studies carried out following recommendations in the original reports. Irritant effects and contact allergy in humans are reported respectively for methyl chloroacetate and ethyl chloroacetate. (108389)

CIS 08-760 Supplementary Reports XV (Nos. 96, 113, 126, 207, 208). (German: Ergänzungsberichte XV) Advisory Committee on Existing Chemicals (BUA), S. Hirzel Verlag, Birkenwaldstrasse 44, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany, 2007. 85p. Bibl.ref. Price: EUR 47.00., ISBN 978-3-7776-1572-1 (de), ISBN 978-3-7776-1577-6 (En) (In English, German)

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This document includes translations of supplementary reports, finalized between August 1992 and December 1996, relating to five substances (N,N'-diphenylguanidine, N-phenyl-1-naphthylamine, 2,2'-dithio-bis-benzothiazole, N-isopropyl-N'-phenyl-1,4-phenylene diamine (IPPD) and N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N` phenyl-1,4 phenylendiamine (6PPD)) evaluated in earlier BUA reports. The new data relate mainly to ecotoxicological aspects and the results of animal studies carried out following recommendations in the original reports. Sensitizing effects in humans are reported for N,N'-diphenylguanidine, N-phenyl-1-naphthylamine, N-isopropyl-N'-phenyl-1,4-phenylene diamine (IPPD) and N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N' phenyl-1,4 phenylendiamine (6PPD). (108390)

CIS 08-761 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Combined estrogen-progestogen contraceptives and combined estrogen-progestogen menopausal therapy. 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 2007. ix, 528p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: CHF 55.00 (CHF 38.50 in developing countries). Downloadable version free of charge., ISBN 978-92-832-1291-1 (In English)

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http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Monographs/vol91/mono91.pdf

Combined estrogen-progestogens used in oral contraceptives and hormonal therapy have many similarities. Consequently, there is a possibility that women who use both during their lifetime may experience risks that are greater than women who use either contraceptives or hormonal therapy but not both. The conclusion that the increased risk for breast cancer returns to background levels 10 years after cessation of use of contraceptives may therefore not apply to women who have begun to use hormonal therapy. Further epidemiological studies of women who have used both contraceptives and hormonal therapy are necessary. Oral contraceptives can increase the risk for cervical cancer in women who have a human papillomavirus infection. Women who use this form of contraception over long periods of time should be encouraged to participate in cervical cancer screening programmes. (108326)

CIS 08-762 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Smokeless tobacco and some tobacco-specific N-nitrosamines. 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 2007. ix, 626p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: CHF 55.00 (CHF 38.50 in developing countries). Downloadable version free of charge, ISBN 978-92-832-1289-8 (In English)

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http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Monographs/vol89/mono89.pdf

This monograph considers the carcinogenic risks associated with the use of smokeless tobacco, including chewing tobacco and snuff. Some studies had suggested that smokeless tobacco may be used for smoking cessation, reducing exposure to carcinogens and risk for cancer. However, these claims are not supported by the available evidence. Occupational exposure to unburnt tobacco may occur during tobacco manufacture, particularly in bidi factories in India, which are often very small-scale industries that have poor working conditions. The workers, mainly women, are exposed to tobacco by dermal contact and to airborne tobacco dust and volatile substances by inhalation. Cancer of the oral cavity is one of the leading malignancies in India and many other countries in South-East Asia, and ranks first in incidence among men and third among women. Tobacco-specific N-nitroso compounds have been detected at high concentrations in snuff and chewing tobacco. (108327)

CIS 08-763 Toxicological profile for acrolein (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 176p. Illus. Approx. 420 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp124.pdf

This profile has been prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of acrolein is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards include: eye and skin irritation, ulceration and necrosis; irritation of the gastrointestinal tract; irritation of the respiratory tract; pulmonary oedema and lung haemorrhage, possibly leading to death; in vitro studies shows the product to be weakly mutagenic; IARC has stated that the product is not classifiable as to carcinogenicity in humans. (Update of CIS 91-1256). (108344)

CIS 08-764 Toxicological profile for arsenic (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 499p. Illus. Approx. 1500 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp2.pdf

This profile has been prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of arsenic is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards: the acute toxicity of inorganic arsenic compounds is high; dermal exposure gives rise to skin lesions; cyanosis and cardiovascular diseases, while ingestion causes nausea; vomiting and diarrhoea. Arsenic is a known carcinogen by both inhalation and oral exposure routes. The IARC classification of arsenic is Group 1 (known carcinogen in humans). (Update of CIS 02-78). (108345)

CIS 08-765 Toxicological profile for barium (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 184p. Illus. Approx. 400 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp24.pdf

This profile has been prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of barium is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards: while the toxicity of insoluble barium compounds is low, soluble barium compounds are toxic, causing hypocalcaemia which can lead to cardiac insufficiency, muscle weakness and paralysis, and renal damage. There are insufficient data on developmental toxicity and carcinogenicity. IARC has not classified barium with respect to its human carcinogenicity. (108346)

CIS 08-766 Toxicological profile for benzene (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 382p. Illus. Approx. 1000 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp3.pdf

This profile has been prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of benzene is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards include: irritation of the eyes and skin; neurotoxic effects; bone marrow disorders (blood-cell anomalies); immunotoxic effects; mutagenic effects (chromosome changes); damage to the female reproductive system; carcinogenic effects (leukaemia). IARC has classified benzene in group 1 (carcinogenic to humans). (Update of CIS 99-1287). (108347)

CIS 08-767 Toxicological profile for heptachlor (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 158p. Illus. Approx. 320 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp12.pdf

This profile has been prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of heptachlor and heptachlor epoxide is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards may include hepatic disorders and neurotoxic effects. However, insufficient data are available on the harmful health effects of these substances. IARC has classified heptachlor in group 2B (possible human carcinogen). (Update of CIS 96-2226). (108348)

CIS 08-768 Toxicological profile for lead (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 528p. Illus. Approx. 1700 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp13.pdf

This profile has been prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of lead is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards include: brain damage (neurotoxic effects, encephalopathy); renal damage; haematotoxic effects (anaemia); damage to the male reproductive system; retarded development of newborn children. IARC classifies organic lead compounds as possible human carcinogens (group 2B), while inorganic lead compounds are not classifiable with respect to their human carcinogenicity because of insufficient evidence. (Update of CIS 96-2227). (108349)

CIS 08-769 Toxicological profile for xylene (Update). Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Division of Toxicology/Toxicology Information Branch, 1600 Clifton Road NE, E-29, Atlanta, GA 30333, USA, Aug. 2007. xx, 330p. Illus. Approx. 750 ref. Index. (In English)

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http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxprofiles/tp71.pdf

This profile was prepared in accordance with guidelines set by the US Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the EPA. The key literature related to the toxic effects of xylene is identified and reviewed. Contents: public health statement; health effects; chemical and physical information; production, import, use and disposal; potential for human exposure; analytical methods; regulations and advisories; glossary. Health hazards include: irritation of the eyes, skin and upper respiratory tract; respiratory disorders; lung diseases; gastric disorders; visual function disorders; liver damage; renal damage; neurotoxic effects; heart diseases; teratogenic effects. IARC has determined that xylene is not classifiable with respect to its human carcinogenicity because of insufficient evidence (Update of CIS 97-235). (108350)

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CIS 08-770 Inventory - Sixty years of INRS films. (French: Inventaires - 60 ans de films à l'INRS) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 2007. DVD containing video files readable on a DVD player, or on PC-Windows or Mackintosh equipped with a DVD-ROM player. 29min. (In French)

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Audiovisual historical recount of the 60 years' of experience of the INRS in producing and disseminating films on occupational safety and health. (108365)

CIS 08-771 Training - Occupational safety and health. (French: Formation - Santé et sécurité au travail) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Aug. 2007. 88p. Illus., ISBN 978-2-7389-1556-6 (In French)

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Available INRS training programmes are mostly aimed at occupational physicians, persons responsible for safety and health within the enterprise, and safety and health trainers. The catalogue of programmes proposed for 2008 is divided into five sections: occupational safety and health organization and management; approaches, methods and tools; specific hazards; specific sectors of activity; training of trainers. Within each section, two types of programmes are proposed, focused either on knowledge acquisition or on the development of professional skills. (108370)

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CIS 08-772 Four short video sequences on the prevention of occupational cancers. (French: Quatre spots pour la prévention des cancers professionnels) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 2006. DVD containing video files readable on a DVD player, or on PC-Windows or Mackintosh equipped with a DVD-ROM player. (In French)

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Cancer is currently the second cause of death in France, responsible for approximately 150,000 deaths each year. Occupational risk factors are often unnoticed, even though various studies estimate that four to eight percent of all cancers are occupational in nature. These approximately two-minute video sequences can be used during information meetings on occupational cancer, as an introduction to discussions. Topics addressed: radiological diagnosis of lung cancer in an automobile mechanic exposed to asbestos; use of respirators in stone dressing; renal cancer in a retired flooring layer long time exposed to solvents; legal proceedings introduced against the owner of a plastics processing enterprise by two employees diagnosed with bladder cancer. (108364)

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CIS 08-773 Work improvement in neighbourhood development - Training programme on occupational safety, health and working conditions on small farms. (Spanish: Mejores trabajos para el desarrollo comunitario - Programa de formación en seguridad, salud y condiciones de trabajo en la pequeña producción agrícola) Acuña Esquivel C.R., Forastieri V., ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2007. 130p. Illus. + CD-ROM., ISBN 978-92-2-320740-3 (In Spanish)

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http://portal.oit.or.cr//dmdocuments/sst/wind.pdf

Aimed at small farms in Central America, this manual proposes solutions for improving working conditions. It was edited within the framework of the WIND (Work Improvement in Neighbourhood Development) programme. Six main themes are reviewed: materials handling and storage; design of tools and workplaces; safety when using machinery; work environment and control of dangerous substances; worker welfare facilities; work organization. The 52 aspects analysed are addressed according to a common format: advantages for workers; possible improvements; promoting cooperation; additional suggestions; points to keep in mind. A checklist allows workers to verify the current situation with respect to each question and to propose improvements. A CD-ROM containing the manual in PDF format is included. (108497)

CIS 08-774 Guidelines for the development of a new miner training curriculum. Vaught C., Mallett L.G., Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-2001, USA, Jan. 2008. 25p. 23 ref. (In English)

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http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/pubs/pdfs/2008-105.pdf

This report is intended to help mine safety trainers better prepare to teach new underground coal miners who are entering the industry. The traditional approach is based on the use of a syllabus. Those using a syllabus are more likely to rely on lecturing or direct instruction. This is a good way to get across factual information, but does not provide a context within which miners can fit the discrete facts so that they form an integrated whole set of concepts, principles, and skills. An alternative approach to new miner training is to develop a curriculum, which may be defined as a plan of instruction that details what students are to know, how they are to learn it, what the teacher's role is, and the context in which learning and teaching will take place. A curriculum-based training will be more likely to help miners integrate concepts and skills that give them an overall picture of the complex mining environment and how they fit into the workplace. (108371)

CIS 08-775 Interim mission 3D - More dialogue, less accidents. (French: Intérim Mission 3D - Plus de dialogue, moins d'accidents) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 2007. Video game for PC-Windows. Requires installation. Price: EUR 50.00. (In French)

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Interim Mission 3D is a video game that allows players to move in three dimensions in computer-generated settings describing four sectors of activity: warehouses, garbage collection, cleaning in the food industry and construction industry. The scenarios highlight the importance of dialogue. Players can successively adopt the role of a temporary worker, a temporary work agency employee and a temporary worker employer. The aim of the game is to avoid accidents. (108366)

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CIS 08-776 Safe nanotechnology in the workplace - An introduction for employers, managers, and safety and health professionals. Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-2001, USA, Feb. 2008. 2p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English)

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http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2008-112/pdfs/2008-112.pdf

Nanotechnology is the engineering and manipulation of materials at the molecular level. This new technology creates materials with dimensions ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers. Particles created at the nanoscale have different chemical and physical properties than larger particles of the same material. Scientists and manufacturers can use nanoparticles to create new products that would be impossible with larger particles. This booklet addresses the following issues with respect to nanotechnology: hazards of nanoparticles to workers; exposure of workers to nanoparticles; sampling and analysis of nanoparticles; control of workers' exposure. (108372)

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CIS 08-777 Asbestos kills: Protect yourself! - You are more at risk than you think. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, Dec. 2007. 8p. Illus. (booklet); 6p. Illus. 4 ref. (pocket card). (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg419.pdf

Booklet aimed at electricians, plumbers, heating and ventilation technicians and persons working in similar building and maintenance trades, explaining how to protect themselves from asbestos. It includes a drawing of a typical house, showing where asbestos is likely to be encountered, as well as a pocket card summarizing the safe practices to adopt when working in the presence of asbestos. (108337)

CIS 08-778 Asbestos essentials: A task manual for building, maintenance and allied trades on non-licensed asbestos work. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., Feb. 2008. vi, 139p. Illus. Price: GBP 12.95., ISBN 978-0-7176-6263-0 (In English)

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This manual is aimed at workers in the construction, maintenance, refurbishment and related trades, who are most likely to come into contact with asbestos-containing materials in their work. It will help these workers identify the risks of specific tasks. As well as helping safeguard workers' health, this manual will allow small businesses, subcontractors and the self-employed comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006. Contents: task sheets with illustrations and step-by-step guidance; equipment and method sheets, with guidance for using the right tools for the job; decision support flow chart on whether to carry out the work or use an HSE licensed contractor; an "asbestos house" showing some of the most common places where asbestos is likely to be found. Replaces CIS 01-1014. (108355)

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CIS 08-779 NIOSH hearing loss simulator instruction and training guide. Randolph R.F., Reinke D.C., Unger R.L., Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-2001, USA, Mar. 2008. 9p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English)

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http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/pubs/pdfs/2008-119.pdf

The NIOSH Hearing Loss Simulator is a software training and communication tool for promoting hearing loss prevention. It allows a user or trainer to demonstrate the effects of noise exposure on hearing without experiencing an actual noise-induced hearing loss. Estimates of the effects of different levels of noise exposure are based on the ANSI S3.44 standard, which specifies the predicted hearing loss for noise-exposed populations of individuals based on risk factors that include gender, age, sound levels and years of exposure. This guide explains the major objectives that can be addressed with the simulator and proposes training scenarios that can be applied to real-life occupational situations. The guide explains the simulator's functions in detail. (108373)

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CIS 08-780 Protective clothing and the quest for improved performance. Smith S., Occupational Hazards, Feb. 2008, Vol.70, No.2, p.63-65. Illus. (In English)

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In protective clothing, the technical protection factors such as chemical, water, thermal and flame resistance are well understood. The emphasis is now on comfort factors, such as fabric weight, fabric texture, seaming, stretch, protection from hot and cold work environments, and on making the clothing more attractive, for example similar to those worn in sports such as automobile racing. This article discusses recent trends in protective clothing with respect to comfort, design, fibres and fabrics, durability and visibility. (108317)

CIS 08-781 The new Pepsi challenge: World-class safety. Knox C.M., Occupational Hazards, Feb. 2008, Vol.70, No.2, p.49-51. Illus. (In English)

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This article presents the safety policy and organization of a large bottled beverage producer in the United States, launched in 2002. For a long time, the biggest obstacle to adopting improved safety measures was a corporate culture that considered while accidents and injuries should be controlled, they were an unavoidable part of the business. The current policy is based on five components: communication; compliance measures to make sure rules are being followed; training; regular monitoring; specific cost-containment measures. Since the new policy was introduced, there has been a 55% reduction in lost time cases, a 29% reduction in OSHA-recordable cases, a 14% reduction in overall claims and a 37% reduction in vehicle accidents. (108318)

CIS 08-782 Transfer of an enterprise or part of an enterprise - Selected issues. (Polish: Przejście zakładu pracy lub jego części na innego pracodawcę - wybrane problemy) Pisarczyk Ł., Praca i Zabezpieczenie Społeczne, May 2007, No.5, p.15-22. 53 ref. (In Polish)

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The aspects concerning the transfer of an enterprise or part of an enterprise under Polish law are discussed according to the nature and legal character of employers, in light of individual and collective labour legislation. The most frequent problems highlighted in this area by the Polish Supreme Court and the European Court of Justice are mentioned. (108266)

CIS 08-783 Statistics of occupational accidents in the private sector. (French: Statistiques des accidents du travail dans le secteur privé) preventactua, Feb. 2008. p.1-3. Illus. (In French)

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Compared to the figures for 2005, there was an increase in the number of occupational accident notifications in Belgium for 2006, although serious and fatal accidents decreased. This article comments occupational accidents having occurred in Belgium during 2006 according to the following criteria: frequency and severity rates; enterprise size; sex and age of victims; commuting accidents. A table summarizes trends in occupational and commuting accidents from 1986 to 2006. (108482)

CIS 08-784 When OSHA knocks. Poole P., Occupational Hazards, Feb. 2008, Vol.70. No.2, p.59-62. Illus. (In English)

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This article offers advice to employers on how to react in case of an unannounced OSHA inspection: restrict admittance until management personnel are on site; determine the reason for the inspection; in cases where the inspection is the result of a complaint, insist on being given a copy of the complaint; distinguish whether the inspection is related to safety or industrial hygiene; identify inspections aimed at protecting employees having filed a complaint; designate an employee representative; limit the scope of an inspection if possible; have injury and illness logs ready for review; take the same photographs and videos as the OSHA inspector; have company representatives be present during OSHA interviews and debrief other employees after the interviews; protect trade secrets; remember your right to refuse an inspection without a warrant. (108319)

CIS 08-785 Harmful and arduous factors in the working environment. (Polish: Czynniki szkodliwe i uciążliwe w środowisku pracy) Uzarczyk A., Ośrodek Doradztwa i Doskonalenia Kadr Sp. z o.o., ul. Obrońców Westerplatte 32a, 80-317 Gdańsk Oliwa, Poland, 2006. 616p. Illus. 187 ref., ISBN 83-7426-276-1 (In Polish)

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Contents of this guide to risk factors that can be encountered in the workplace: main types of hazards (biological, chemical, physical, workload-related); effects on the human organism; threshold limit values and methods of measurement; methods for elimination of hazards; selection and use of personal protective equipment; responsibilities of employers; hazard evaluation; legal aspects. (108508)

CIS 08-786 An evaluation of the five steps to risk assessment. Neathey F., Sinclair A., Rick J., Ballard J., Hunt W., Deavir A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xiv, 155p. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr476.pdf

This report presents an evaluation of the impact of HSE's leaflet entitled "Five steps to risk assessment" (see CIS 07-10), based on surveys and case studies across the United Kingdom. Over 1000 enterprises were interviewed by phone, on aspects including: organizational factors; conducting risk assessments; practices in relation to each of the five steps; challenges in implementing the five steps; impact of the five steps guidance; feedback on the five steps leaflet. Findings are discussed. (108286)

CIS 08-787 Development of an IIG/HSE e-learning health and safety risk education package for engineering undergraduates. Taylor R., Bell D., Smyth V., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 38p. Illus. 6 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr452.pdf

This report describes work to develop outline proposals for an e-learning package to teach undergraduate engineers of all disciplines, key concepts relating to safety and health risks. The package consists of simulations, briefing material, exercises and assessments. The proposals have been presented to engineering institutions, universities and industrial companies. The approach has received broad support, with useful feedback for further phases of development. (108291)

CIS 08-788 Probability of Detection (PoD) curves - Derivation, applications and limitations. Georgiou G.A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 42p. Illus. Bibl.ref (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr454.pdf

Despite the large amount of "Probability of Detection" (PoD) data available, it is believed that PoD curves produced from PoD data are not very well understood by many of the persons who apply them. It is consequently important to question the validity of these curves as well as their limitations. This report aims to answer such questions and in particular their relevance to fitness for service issues involving PoD. The overall goal of this project is to provide clear, concise, understandable and practical information on the use of PoD curves, particularly aimed at safety and health inspectors. (108293)

CIS 08-789 Safety 24/7 - Building an incident-free culture. (French: Safety 24/7 - Construire une culture zéro incident; Russian: Bezopasnost' 2477 - Sozdanie kul'tury bez incidentov; Spanish: Safety 24/7 - Construyendo una cultura sin incidentes) Anderson G.M., Lorber R.L., Results in Learning, 201 Energy Parkway, Suite 240, Lafayette, LA 90508, USA, 2006. 134p. Illus. Price: USD 14.95., ISBN 0-9778308-0-2 (es), ISBN 978-0-9778308-2-4 (fr), ISBN 978-0-9778308-3-1 (ar), ISBN 978-0-9778308-4-8 (ru) (In Arabic, French, Russian, Spanish)

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According to the ILO, more than two million lives are lost each year in job- related accidents and illnesses, and another 268 million lost-time accidents occur globally. Aimed at managers who wish to build a strong culture of safety throughout their organization and supervisors who need to motivate teams to work safely, this manual presents a step-by-step approach to reduce incidents and injuries by building a behavior-based safety culture where individuals take personal responsibility for safety. It is presented in the form of a fictional story of a manager in an organization plagued with fatalities and injuries who is given 120 days to create a culture of safety. CIS does not have the English-language original. (108460)

CIS 08-790 Occupational safety and health statistics 2006. Labour Department. 16/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong, July 2007. 48p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.labour.gov.hk/eng/osh/pdf/OSHstatistics06.pdf

Statistics in English and Chinese of occupational injuries, industrial incidents and occupational diseases in Hong Kong for the year 2006. Contents: occupational injuries by economic activity and type of accident; industrial accidents by industry and type of accident; occupational diseases; statistical trends from 1997 to 2006 for occupational injuries and industrial accidents in all sectors, as well as in the construction industry, the catering industry and in manufacturing industries. (108338)

CIS 08-791 Report of the Federal Government on occupational safety and health and on occupational accident and disease occurrences in the Federal Republic of Germany in the year 2006. (German: Bericht der Bundesregierung über den Stand von Sicherheit und Gesundheit bei der Arbeit und das Unfall- und Berufskrankheitengeschehen in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland im Jahr 2006) Deutscher Bundestag, Bundesanzeiger Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Amsterdamer Str. 192, 50735 Köln, Germany, Dec. 2007. 172p. Illus. (In German)

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http://dip21.bundestag.de/dip21/btd/16/077/1607704.pdf

Status report of the German government on occupational safety and health in Germany during 2006. Topics addressed: overview of the state of occupational safety and health (data, legal aspects, accidents, industrial accidents and commuting accidents, occupational diseases, prevention and economic aspects, insurance costs, work aptitude, invalidity pensions); safety and health in the temporary work sector (data, legal aspects, accidents, work aptitude, invalidity); overview of accidents among students. Appendices include a list of German industrial safety regulations, together with examples of regulations of occupational accident insurance providers. (108359)

CIS 08-792 Occupational accidents recorded within enterprises affiliated to the Spanish mutual insurance union: Epidemiological report. (Spanish: Accidentes de trabajo en 2005 en las empresas asociadas a Unión de Mutuas: Informe epidemiológico) Unión de Mutuas, Avda. de Lledo, 57 12003 Castellón, Spain, [ca 2006]. 44p. Illus. (In Spanish)

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In 2005, 40,803 accidents were recorded within enterprises affiliated to the Spanish mutual insurance union, among which 22,097 (54.2%) involved a loss of work time. This report presents a statistical analysis of accident occurrences for the year 2005, together with trends in incidence rates. Data are expressed by sector of activity, type of accident, enterprise size and demographic characteristics of the victims. (108496)

CIS 08-793 Statistics 2003. (French: Statistiques 2003) Caisse nationale d'assurance maladie des travailleurs salariés, 50 avenue du Professeur André Lemierre, 75986 Paris Cedex 20, France, 2005. Internet document (html format). (In French)

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http://www.inrs.fr/inrs-pub/inrs01.nsf/IntranetObject-accesParReference/Dossier%…
   …20Statistiques%20ATMP%202003/$File/Visu.html

This Internet document presents the key French occupational safety and health statistics and statistical trends. In France in 2003, the number of occupational accidents with loss of work time declined by 5.1% compared to the year 2002, while that of serious accidents increased by 3.8%. The number of occupational disease cases compensated for the first time increased by 10.1% compared to 2002. Periarticular diseases were the most frequent, representing 68% of all recorded occupational diseases. As for commuting accidents, they declined by 7.5%. (108499)

CIS 08-794 Yearbook of labour statistics 2006. (Polish: Rocznik statystyczny pracy 2006) Zakład Wydawnictw Statystycznych, Al. Niepodległości 208, 00- 925 Warsaw, Poland, 2006. 433p. (In English, Polish)

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This yearbook compiles the key information relating to the labour market in Poland for the years 2003-2004. Tables include data on employment activity among the population, employee turnover, job vacancies, working conditions, remuneration, labour costs and labour markets in selected European countries. (108510)

CIS 08-795 Implementation of the Labour Standards Enforcement Framework in the Philippines. Hirose K., Vitasa B.C., ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2007. viii, 48p. Illus. 24 ref., ISBN 978-92-2-120541-8 (print), ISBN 978-92-2-120543-2 (web pdf) (In English)

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http://www.oit.org/public/english/region/asro/manila/downloads/wp14.pdf

In 2004, the Department of Labour and Employment of the Philippines developed an innovative Labour Standards Enforcement Framework (LSEF) aimed at introducing an alternative mechanism for carrying out labour inspections, bearing in mind the limited number of labour inspectors and the increasing number of establishments that need to be inspected. This document reports on the level of implementation of inspections following the introduction of the LSEF. Although the proportion of establishments being inspected has increased, recommendations are proposed for achieving further improvements. (108333)

CIS 08-796 Dating or mating? On the relationship of SMEs with an RTO in Finland. Pesonen P., van der Have R., Saarinen J., Rilla N., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, VTT Information Service, P.O.Box 2000, 02044 VTT, Finland, 2008. 36p. Illus. 58 ref., ISBN 978-951-38-6985-4 (h/c), ISBN 978-951-38-6986-1 (PDF) (In English)

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http://www.vtt.fi/inf/pdf/tiedotteet/2008/T2423.pdf

This study focused on the collaboration between SMEs and a large research and technology organization in Finland, namely the Technical Research Centre (VTT). The analysis is based on a comparison of regular and occasional collaboration strategies. It was found that regular collaborators are often larger enterprises, working on larger projects, have moderate growth, are active in patenting, are relatively older and are more experienced in research and development. Occasional collaborators are generally smaller enterprises experiencing high growth. VTT's role in the Finnish innovation system is significant, as its services are used by a relatively large proportion of SMEs of various sized and sectors. (108278)

CIS 08-797 Client/contractor relationships in managing health and safety on projects. Winkler C., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xvi, 89p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr462.pdf

The HSE wished to explore when viewed from the supplier's perspective as against that of the client, whether services procured under a collaborative style contract influenced health and safety performance. Six projects in different industry sectors were identified and evaluated through a series of face to face interviews with the suppliers' personnel and a representative from each client, using an evaluation tool suitably adapted to provide a specific focus on health and safety issues. Findings are discussed. (108300)

CIS 08-798 Labour inspection in the European Union - A short guide. European Commission, DG Employment and Social Affairs, Health, Safety and Hygiene at Work, Jean Monnet Building, 2920 Luxembourg, Nov. 2005. Approx 470p. Illus. (In English)

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The national labour inspectorates of the European Union Member States have responsibility for enforcing occupational safety and health legislation. This guide deals with the way in which these inspectorates carry out this responsibility in view of the wide differences in labour laws and social security regulations. For each of the 25 Member States, the guide describes the scope of responsibilities, organizational structure, assigned resources and working methodologies of the labour inspectorates. Links to chapters (in English, French and German) devoted to the labour inspectorates in individual states can be found here: http://ec.europa.eu/employment_social/health_safety/slic_en.htm. (108342)

CIS 08-799 Reduce risks - Cut costs! - Economy and occupational safety and health. (Russian: Snižajte riski - Sokraščajte zatraty!) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2007. 14p. Illus., ISBN 978-92-2-419745-1 (pa.), ISBN 978-92-2-419746-8 (pdf) (In English, Russian)

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http://www.ilo.ru/OSH/docs/all/ReduceRisksCutCosts4.pdf

This booklet explains that the true costs of accidents can be very high. They are often underestimated for a number of reasons (lack of proper records, under-reporting, not taking indirect costs into account). The booklet suggests simple ways of calculating accident-related costs and shows how occupational safety is not only a legal requirement, but also a means of saving time and money. (108357)

CIS 08-800 Occupation and health - Encyclopaedia of hygiene, pathology and social welfare. (French: Hygiène du travail - Encyclopédie d'hygiène, de pathologie et d'assistance sociale) Publications du BIT, Bureau international du Travail, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1930-1934. Vol. I: xxvi, 999p. Vol. II: vii, 1310p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. (In English, French)

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http://www.ilo.org/public/libdoc/ilo/1930/30B09_1_engl_V.1.pdf
http://www.ilo.org/public/libdoc/ilo/1930/30B09_1_engl_V.2.pdf

http://www.ilo.org/public/libdoc/ilo/1930/30B09_1_fren_V.1.pdf
http://www.ilo.org/public/libdoc/ilo/1930/30B09_1_fren_V.2.pdf

First edition of the ILO encyclopaedia of occupational safety and health: Volume I: A-H; Volume II: I-Z. There are ca. 400 articles in alphabetic order, taken from three broad areas: the work, the worker and the environment. Each article is prepared on a uniform plan, which in addition to substantive information includes statistics, legislation and a bibliography. Article titles are accompanied by their equivalents in French, German, Italian and Spanish. (108360)

CIS 08-801 Further development of an IIG/HSE e-learning health and safety risk education package for engineering undergraduates. Taylor R., Stacey N., Cummings R., Vallance S., Smyth V., Bellenger D., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 41p. Illus. 5 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr482.pdf

This report describes work to develop a sample e-learning package to teach undergraduate engineers of all disciplines about the key concepts relating to health and safety risks. It is based on earlier work which resulted in the definition of outline proposals (see CIS 08-787). The approach has been designed to be modular and flexible so that users can adapt it to their specific needs, whilst being interesting and enjoyable in use. This report includes the selection of topics used in the sample and the process involved in developing it. The sample is in the form of a CD and contains introductory material, a simulation and related tutorial material developed for learning in a gaming context, together with several illustrative examples of other interactive tutorial material. (108411)

CIS 08-802 Further development of health and safety performance management index: For use by business, investors, employees, the regulator and other stakeholders. Shaw J., Wright M., Marsden S., Norton-Doyle J., Cash B., James C., Hunt D., Watts N., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 47p. Illus. 5 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr490.pdf

The Corporate Health and Safety Index (CHaSPI) is a web-based reporting tool on occupational health and safety designed for enterprises with more than 250 employees operating in the United Kingdom. It is voluntary and free to all users. An initial version was launched in 2005. Based on information collected during over 80 interviews of users, this report outlines the process undertaken since in view of further refining and improving the product. Prior development work is described in an earlier report (see CIS 05-283). (108416)

CIS 08-803 Case studies that identify and exemplify Boards of Directors who provide leadership and direction on occupational health and safety. McMahon A., Shaw J., Cash B., Wright M., Antonelli A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 172p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr499.pdf

The Health and Safety Executive has identified a need to produce case study material which business leaders can identify themselves with and which persuade them of the benefits that effective leadership in occupational safety and health can bring to safety and health as well as to the business overall. This research has produced eight case studies that highlight the roles played by Boards of Directors who provide leadership and direction in occupational safety and health, showing what they do and what the benefits are to their organizations. This series of case studies add to the previously completed case studies and other initiatives aimed at promoting greater corporate responsibility and accountability for safety and health. (108421)

CIS 08-804 Six SME case studies that demonstrate the business benefit of effective management of occupational health and safety. Antonelli A., Baker M., McMahon A., Wright M., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 45p. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr504.pdf

This report describes the research undertaken to provide information on the business benefits of safety and health initiatives within six SMEs in the United Kingdom. A further part of the work was to develop case study material which can be used to persuade SMEs of the wider potential benefits of improving occupational safety and health. The key finding of the research is that whatever the original motivation, the enterprises accepted that improving occupational safety and health was integral to business risk management. They were motivated to improve aspects of safety and health because of the potential risk to the business if this was not addressed. These benefits included a mix of both tangible and intangible benefits, such as maintenance of reputation, client requirements, controlling insurance premium costs, reduction in absence rates as well as general improvements in health and safety. (108426)

CIS 08-805 Defining best practice in corporate occupational health and safety governance. Boardman J., Lyon A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. x, 53p. Illus. 41 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr506.pdf

This project was undertaken to help the understanding of how occupational safety and health (OSH) fits within more traditional corporate governance in Britain and the benefits an integrated approach can bring. It deliberately sought best practice in OSH governance. It investigated the roles of the board, both individually and collectively, and explored the overlaps between good practice governance of OSH and the more traditionally accepted standards in corporate governance. It presents a framework for what best practice in OSH governance looks like. This framework consists of seven basic principles covering: director competence; director roles and responsibilities; culture, standards and values, strategic implications; performance management, internal controls; and organizational structure. (108428)

CIS 08-806 Evaluation into the success of occupational health and safety regulators [sic] and organisations [sic] use of expert systems. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. x, 40p. Illus. 17 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr508.pdf

This study investigated the use of expert systems to address work at height issues, workplace transport, slips and trips, and noise and vibration, by occupational safety and health (OSH) regulators and organizations. It was carried out by means of a literature survey and a consultation of 46 key OSH organizations. The report presents a definition of expert systems and discusses domains where these systems have been used. Six expert systems were explored further during consultations with key organizations, and presented as case studies. The study concluded that limited information was available on OSH-related expert system applications, and that no robust evaluation evidence existed. The recommendations suggest how HSE could proceed to develop its own expert system. (108430)

CIS 08-807 My life, my work, my safe work - Managing risk in the work environment. (Chinese: Wode shenghuo, wode gongzuo, wode gongzuo anquan; French: Ma vie, mon travail, mon travail en sécurité - Gestion du risque en milieu de travail; Spanish: Mi vida, mi trabajo, mi trabajo en seguridad - Gestión del riesgo en el medio laboral) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2008. 11p. Illus., ISBN 978-92-2-121138-9 (En), ISBN 978-92-2-221138-8 (fr), ISBN 978-92-2-321138-7 (es) (In Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish)

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http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/worldday/products08/report_08ar.pdf

http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/safework/worldday/products08/report_08.pdf

http://www.ilo.org/public/spanish/protection/safework/worldday/products08/report_08.pdf

http://www.ilo.org/public/french/protection/safework/worldday/products08/report_08.pdf

http://www.ilo.org/public/english/region/asro/beijing/download/report_oshday08.pdf

The World Day for Safety and Health at Work was created in order to promote safe, healthy and decent work around the world. Tripartite events took place world wide, and a number of products were published, including this booklet, to support these efforts. People everywhere are exposed to safety and health risks from their work. The ILO estimates that some 6,000 workers die each day worldwide as a result of work-related accidents or illness. And occupationally related deaths appear to be on the rise. Moreover, it is estimated that 270 million non-fatal work-related accidents occur each year (each resulting in at least three days' absence from work) as well as 160 million new cases of work-related diseases. The total cost of such accidents and ill health have been estimated by the ILO to equal four percent of global GDP, or more than 20 times the global amount of official development assistance. (108431)

CIS 08-808 English-Māori glossary of occupational safety and health terms. (Maori: He rārangi kupu i te reo Pākehā me te reo Māori e pā ana ki te ārai aituā me te hauora i te wāhi mahi) Department of Labour, P.O. Box 3705, Wellington, New Zealand, 2002. 69p. Illus., ISBN 0-477-03640-6 (In English, Maori)

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http://www.osh.govt.nz/order/catalogue/pdf/maori-glossary.pdf

English-Māori glossary of over 200 common occupational safety and health terms drawn from New Zealand legislation, codes of practice, guidelines and other publications. In some cases, illustrations are added to make the meanings clearer. (108444)

CIS 08-809 From Russia With Love: A national chapter on the global CSR agenda. RUSAL, Economist Intelligence Unit, www.eiu.com, 2008. 26p. (In English)

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http://viewswire.eiu.com/report_dl.asp?mode=fi&fi=1854053570.PDF&rf=0

Report on how corporate social responsibility is perceived and practiced in Russia, with special attention to its role in implementing good OSH practices. (108454)

CIS 08-810 Occupational injuries statistics from household surveys and establishment surveys - An ILO manual on methods. Taswell K., Wingfield-Digby P., ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2008. x, 184p. Illus. Price: CHF 55.00., ISBN 978-92-2-120439-8 (In English)

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This manual aims to assist persons responsible for compiling data on occupational injuries with newly developed tools for collecting these data from household surveys and establishment surveys, to supplement the data available from official sources of information. A second aim of the manual is to enhance compatibility of data between countries by encouraging the application of the latest international statistical standards, which form the basis of the new methodological tools. It provides: practical guidance for the production of statistics on occupational injuries through household surveys and establishment surveys; in-depth explanation of the concepts underlying the statistics, including the types of data, classification schemes, indicators and international standards; a step-by-step approach for developing household and establishment surveys and processing and disseminating the data; model questionnaires; training materials. (108457)

CIS 08-811 Classification by type and importance of the occupational safety and health units located within the social security administrations of French-speaking African countries. (French: Typologie et hiérarchisation des structures de prévention au sein des organismes de sécurité sociale des pays francophones d'Afrique) Roy J.E.E., Caisse nationale de sécurité sociale, PO Box 134, Libreville, Gabon, [ca 2008]. 69p. Illus. 34 ref. (In French)

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The objectives of this thesis project were to evaluate the structures of the occupational safety and health units located within the social security administrations of French-speaking African countries that are members of I.A.P.R.P. (Interafricaine de Prévention des Risques Professionnels), and to formulate recommendations on the type of structures most likely to be effective given the conditions prevailing in these countries. It was carried out by means of literature and questionnaire surveys. Contents: general considerations on occupational safety and health; scope, materials and methods of the study; findings; discussion; conclusions. Recommendations involve administrative organization, mission definition and human, financial and material resources. The members of I.A.P.R.P. are: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire, Gabon, Guinea (Conakry), Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Niger, Senegal and Togo. (108487)

CIS 08-812 Occupational safety and health - ILO sources of information. (Spanish: ES/Salud y seguridad en el trabajo: fuentes de información OIT) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, Apr. 2007. iv, 36p. Illus (In Spanish)

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http://www.cinterfor.org.uy/public/spanish/region/ampro/cinterfor/newsroom/resen…
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Catalogue of ILO publications in Spanish on occupational safety and health. Each reference is cited with its source and a short summary of its contents. (108498)

CIS 08-813 Improving quality and productivity at work: Community strategy 2007-2012 on health and safety at work. (Bulgarian: Podobrjavane na kačestvoto i na proizvoditelnostta na truda: strategija na Obštnostta za zdravoslovni i bezopasni uslovija na trud za perioda 2007-2012 g.; Czech: Zlepšení kvality a produktivity práce: strategie Společenství pro bezpečnost a ochranu zdraví při práci na období 2007-2012; Danish: Højere kvalitet og produktivitet i arbejdet: en fællesskabsstrategi for sundhed og sikkerhed på arbejdspladsen 2007-2012; Dutch: Verbetering van de arbeidskwaliteit en -productiviteit: communautaire strategie 2007-2012 voor de gezondheid en veiligheid op het werk; Estonian: Töö kvaliteedi ja tootlikkuse parandamine: ühenduse töötervishoiu ja tööohutuse strateegia aastateks 2007-2012; Finnish: Työn laadun ja tuottavuuden parantaminen: yhteisön työterveys- ja työturvallisuusstrategia vuosiksi 2007-2012; French: Améliorer la qualité et la productivité au travail: stratégie communautaire 2007-2012 pour la santé et la sécurité au travail; German: Die Arbeitsplatzqualität verbessern und die Arbeitsproduktivität steigern: Gemeinschaftsstrategie für Gesundheit und Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz 2007-2012; Greek: Beltíōsē tēs poiótētas kai tēs paragōgikótētas stēn ergasía: koinotikē stratēgikê 2007-2012 gia tēn ugeía kai tēn asfáleia stēn ergasía; Hungarian: A munka minőségének és termelékenységének javítása: a munkahelyi egészségvédelemmel és biztonsággal kapcsolatos közösségi stratégia 2007-2012 között; Italian: Migliorare la qualità e la produttività sul luogo di lavoro: strategia comunitaria 2007-2012 per la salute e la sicurezza sul luogo di lavoro; Latvian: Darba kvalitātes un produktivitātes uzlabošana: Kopienas stratēģija par drošību un veselības aizsardzību darbā 2007. līdz 2012. gadam; Lithuanian: 2007-2012 m. Bendrijos darbuotojų sveikatos ir saugos strategija: gerinti darbo kokybę ir našumą; Maltese: Intejbu l-kwalità u l-produttività fuq ix-xogħol: strateġija Komunitarja 2007-2012 għas-saħħa u s-siġurtà fuq il-post tax-xogħol; Polish: Podniesienie wydajności i jakości w pracy: wspólnotowa strategia na rzecz bezpieczeństwa i higieny pracy na lata 2007-2012; Portuguese: Melhorar a qualidade e a produtividade do trabalho: estratégia comunitária para a saúde e a segurança no trabalho 2007-2012; Romanian: Îmbunătăţirea calităţii şi productivităţii în muncă: Strategia comunitară 2007-2012 privind sănătatea şi securitatea în muncă; Slovak: Zlepšenie kvality a produktivity práce: stratégia Spoločenstva v oblasti zdravia a bezpečnosti pri práci na obdobie rokov 2007 - 2012; Slovenian: Izboljšanje kakovosti in produktivnosti pri delu: strategija Skupnosti 2007-2012 za zdravje in varnost pri delu; Spanish: Mejorar la calidad y la productividad en el trabajo: estrategia comunitaria de salud y seguridad en el trabajo (2007-2012); Swedish: Bättre kvalitet och produktivitet i arbetet: Gemenskapens arbetsmiljöstrategi 2007-2012) Commission of the European Communities, Brussels, Belgium, 2007. Internet document (PDF format), 15 p. (In Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish)

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This report presents the strategy for promoting occupational safety and health in the European Union from 2007 to 2012. The prime objective continues to be an ongoing, sustainable and uniform reduction in occupational accidents and diseases. In the Commission's view, the overall objective during this period should be to reduce by 25% the total incidence rate of accidents at work per 100,000 workers in the EU 27. In order to achieve this ambitious goal, the main instruments are: to guarantee the proper implementation of EU legislation, to support SMEs in the implementation of the legislation in force, to adapt the legal framework to changes in the workplace and simplify it, particularly in view of SMEs, to promote the development and implementation of national strategies, to encourage changes in the behaviour of workers and encourage their employers to adopt health-focused approaches, to finalize the methods for identifying and evaluating new potential risks and to promote safety and health at international level. (108500)

CIS 08-814 Bibliography of economic and social aspects of labour: Polish literature published in 2005. Parts I and II. (Polish: Bibliografia ekonomicznych i społecznych zagadnień pracy: Piśmiennictwo polskie za 2005 r. Część I, II) Gawron J., Paszek A., eds., Główna Biblioteka Pracy i Zabezpieczenie Społecznego, ul. Limanowskiego 23, 02-943 Warsaw, Poland, 2007. xl, 825p. Index. + CD-ROM. (In Polish)

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This bibliography of the economic and social aspects of labour consists of two parts: Polish literature published in 2005 and publications from previous years. It consists of 4662 literature items, including books, periodicals and individual articles. It includes 14 main sections, arranged by subject, together with lists of periodical titles and their abbreviations, names of publishing institutions and an alphabetical index. (108501)

CIS 08-815 Social activity of enterprises in Poland in the years 1994-2006. (Polish: Działalność socjalna przedsiębiorstw w Polsce 1994-2006) Samojluk K., Główna Biblioteka Pracy i Zabezpieczenia Społecznego, ul. Limanowskiego 23, 02-943 Warsaw, Poland, 2007. 65p. Index., ISBN 978-83-60302-72-9 (In Polish)

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This bibliography includes selected Polish publications from 1994 to 2006 on social activities of enterprises in Poland. It includes books and articles from periodicals. A first part relates to the social function of enterprises, while the second relates to the social benefit fund of enterprises. A link to the website of available electronic versions is placed for some items. The bibliography is supplemented by lists of titles and abbreviations of periodicals and of publishing institutions. (108504)

CIS 08-816 Workplace health, safety and welfare - A short guide for managers. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, Dec. 2007. 10p. Illus. 13 ref. (In English)

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This booklet provides an outline of the requirements of the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 (CIS 93-351) as amended in 1996, 2002 and 2005, the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007. Brief guidance is given on the general working environment (ventilation, temperature, lighting, cleanliness, room dimensions, workstation design), safety (maintenance, floors and traffic routes, protection against falls and falling objects, safety of doors, gates, walls, windows, and moving walkways), and provision of welfare facilities. Replaces CIS 07-1045. (108341)

CIS 08-817 National economics and occupational safety and health. (Bulgarian: Nacionalnite ikonomiki i bezopasnostta i zdraveto pri rabota; Czech: Národní ekonomika a bezpečnost a ochrana zdraví při práci; Danish: Nationaløkonomi og arbejdsmiljø; Dutch: Nationale economie en veiligheid en gezondheid op het werk; Estonian: Riigi majandus ning tööohutus ja töötervishoid; Finnish: Kansantalous ja työsuojelu; French: Economie nationale et sécurité et santé au travail; German: Zusammenhänge zwischen Volkswirtschaft und Sicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz bei der Arbeit; Greek: Ethnikê oikonomía kai epaggelmatikê asfáleia kai ugeía; Hungarian: A nemzetgazdaság és a munkahelyi biztonság és egészségvédelem; Italian: Economia nazionale e sicurezza e salute sul lavoro; Latvian: Valstu ekonomikas un darba drošība un veselības aizsardzība; Lithuanian: Valstybės ekonomika ir darbuotojų sauga ir sveikata; Maltese: L-ekonomiji nazzjonali u s-saħħa u s-sigurtà fuq il-post tax-xogħol; Polish: Gospodarka krajowa a bezpieczeństwo i higiena pracy; Portuguese: Economia nacional e segurança e saúde no trabalho; Romanian: Economiile naţionale şi securitatea şi sănătatea în muncă; Slovak: Národné ekonomiky a bezpečnost'a ochrana zdravia pri práci; Slovenian: Nacionalna gospodarstva ter varnost in zdravje pri delu; Spanish: La economía nacional y la salud y seguridad en el trabajo; Swedish: Nationalekonomin och arbetsmiljön) European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, http://osha.eu.int, 2008. 2p. Illus. 3 ref. (In Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish)

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Governments, regulators and occupational safety and health (OSH) institutions aim to improve OSH to reduce the cost to society of injury and illness, while at the same time improving competitiveness and national efficiency. This fact sheet highlights some of the economic instruments available to governments and enterprises to improve OSH. Topics addressed: relationship between competitiveness and safety; national cost-benefit analysis; increasing awareness of the benefits of OSH; providing financial support for OSH. (108451)

CIS 08-818 The business benefits of good occupational safety and health. (Bulgarian: Polzite za bisnesa ot dobrata bezopasnost i zdrave pri rabota; Czech: Přínosy dobré úrovně bezpečnosti a ochrany zdraví při práci pro podniky; Danish: Et godt arbejdsmiljø betaler sig; Dutch: De voordelen van goede veiligheid en gezondheid op het werk voor bedrijven; Estonian: Tõhusa tööohutuse ja töötervishoiu majanduslik kasu; Finnish: Hyvän työsuojelun liiketoiminnalliset edut; French: Les avantages pour l'entreprise d'une bonne sécurité et d'une bonne santé au travail; German: Die Vorteile guter Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsschutzmaßnahmen am Arbeitsplatz für die Unternehmen; Greek: Ta epiheirēmatiká ofélē tēs kalês epaggelmatikês asfáleias kai ugeías; Hungarian: A jó munkahelyi biztonság és egészségvédelem üzleti előnyei; Italian: I benefici aziendali di un buon sistema di sicurezza e salute sul lavoro; Latvian: Labas darba drošības un veselības aizsardzības devums uzņēmējdarbībai; Lithuanian: Geros darbuotojų saugos ir sveikatos teikiama nauda verslui; Maltese: Il-benefiċċji kummerċjali ta' saħħa u sigurtà tajba fuq il-post tax-xogħol; Polish: Korzyści przedsiębiorstw z odpowiedniego poziomu bezpieczeństwa i higieny pracy; Portuguese: Vantagens para as empresas de uma boa segurança e saúde no trabalho; Romanian: Avantajele unei bune securităţi şi sănătăţi în muncă pentru întreprinderi; Slovak: Prínosy pre podniky vyplývajúce z vysokej úrovne bezpečnosti a ochrany zdravia pri práci; Slovenian: Poslovne koristi zagotavljanja varnosti in zdravja pri delu; Spanish: Las ventajas de una buena salud y seguridad en el trabajo; Swedish: Affärsmässiga fördelar med en god arbetsmiljö) European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, http://osha.eu.int, 2008. 2p. Illus. 2 ref. (In Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish)

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Occupational safety and health (OSH) is good for business as well as a legal and social obligation. Enterprises appreciate that OSH prevents people from being harmed or made ill through work, but it is also an essential part of a successful business. This fact sheet highlights the key points showing how investing in OSH can be profitable. Topics addressed: why OSH is an essential part of good business; key OSH principles; advantages of OSH for small enterprises; insurance aspects. (108452)

CIS 08-819 What each employee should know about OSH: Basic information on occupational safety, occupational hazards, first aid and fire protection. (Polish: Co pracownik powinien wiedzieć o bhp: Podstawowe wiadomości o bezpieczeństwie pracy, zagrożeniach zawodowych, pierwszej pomocy i ochronie przeciwpożarowej) Dołęgowski B., Janczała S., Ośrodek Doradztwa i Doskonalenia Kadr Sp. z o.o., ul. Obrońców Westerplatte 32a, 80-317 Gdańsk Oliwa, Poland, 2007. 44p., ISBN 978-83-742636-0-1 (In Polish)

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Contents of this booklet concerning basic information on occupational safety and health aimed at employees: occupational hazards; providing first aid; fire protection; basic rights and responsibilities of employees and employers; practical explanations and instructions. (108503)

CIS 08-820 What is worth knowing about occupational risk. (Polish: Co warto wiedzieć o ryzyku zawodowym) Skuza L., Ośrodek Doradztwa i Doskonalenia Kadr Sp. z o.o., ul. Obrońców Westerplatte 32a, 80-317 Gdańsk Oliwa, Poland, 2003. 152p. Illus. 19 ref., ISBN 83-71878-57-5 (In Polish)

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This practical guide to the assessment of occupational hazards is aimed at Polish employers. It explains the requirements relating to the management of the occupational safety system in accordance with the standards N-18001 and N-18002, which are legally binding in Poland. The simplified and advanced methods for hazard evaluation are discussed, together with the principles of organizing the occupational safety management system in compliance with Polish and international standards. (108507)

CIS 08-821 Examples of OSH national profiles, policies and programmes. (French: Exemples de profils, de politiques et de programmes nationaux de SST) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, Nov. 2007. CD-ROM containing documents in PDF format. (In English, French)

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Compilation of occupational safety and health (OSH) profiles, policies and programmes of various European, Asian and North African countries on CD-ROM in PDF format in either English or French, depending on the country. The countries for which OSH profiles are given are: Algeria, China, Egypt, Finland, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Mongolia, the Philippines, Singapore, Tunisia and Viet Nam. The CD-ROM also includes the texts of ILO instruments (Conventions and Recommendations) concerning OSH in Arabic, in English and French. (108363)

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CIS 08-822 Can you hear me now? Impacts of hearing loss. Torres K., Occupational Hazards, Feb. 2008, Vol.70, No.2, p.53-56. Illus. (In English)

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It is estimated that the number of workers who suffer from noise-induced hearing loss in the United States is in the tens of millions. While noise exposure is a pervasive problem in the workplace, it is entirely preventable. Twenty years ago, OSHA introduced detailed noise exposure regulations (29 CFR 1919.95) and since then, many employers and safety professionals have diligently monitored noise levels at work sites, posted warning signs, supplied earplugs and routinely tested employees' hearing. Yet noise-induced hearing loss continues to occur at an alarming rate. This article discusses possible reasons for this situation and proposes improved protective measures. Contents: effects of hearing loss (tinnitus, psychological impact, communication problems in safety-critical situations); activities involving high exposure to noise (mining, agriculture, construction, manufacturing); protective measures (engineering controls, job rotation, hearing protection); reasons behind low levels of compliance in the use of hearing protection; information dissemination; training; motivation. (108315)

CIS 08-823 Optimizing BeLPT criteria for beryllium sensitization. Middleton D.C., Fink J., Kowalski P.J., Lewin M.D., Sinks T., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 2008, Vol.51, No.3, p.166-172. Illus. 20 ref. (In English)

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The beryllium lymphocyte proliferation test (BeLPT) is used to identify persons sensitized to beryllium. An expert panel was convened in 2006 to discuss the BeLPT test, and in particular to propose criteria that would actually establish sensitization. The three criteria proposed by panel members were: one abnormal result; one abnormal and one borderline result; two abnormal results. Complete algorithms were developed for each set of criteria. This study calculated and compared the sensitivity, specificity, and positive predictive values for each set of criteria. Findings are discussed. It is concluded that a single unconfirmed abnormal result is insufficient to establish sensitization for an apparently healthy person. When the prevalence of beryllium sensitization in a group is high, however, even a single abnormal BeLPT can be a strong predictor. (108281)

CIS 08-824 Relationship between induced sputum cytology and inflammatory status with lung structural and functional abnormalities in asbestosis. Setta J.H., Neder A., Bagatin E., Terra-Filho M., Maris Nápolis L., Dal Corso S., Ferreira Amorin M.M., Tavares Rodrigues R., Godoy Fernandes A.L., Nery L.E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 2008, Vol.51, n°3, p.186-194. Illus. 41 ref. (In English)

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In order to assess whether induced sputum cytology and local and systemic markers of inflammation may be helpful to characterize asbestosis status and progression, 39 ex-workers with asbestosis on high-resolution computed tomography and 21 non-exposed controls were evaluated. Sputum cytology and interleukin-8 (IL-8) in serum and sputum were related to lung function impairment. It was found that subjects with asbestosis had cytological abnormalities in induced sputum and increased local and systemic inflammatory status which were correlated to lung function impairment. (108282)

CIS 08-825 Quality control chart method for analyzing PEF variability in occupational asthma. Hayati F., Maghsoodloo S., DeVivo M.J., Thomas R.E., Lemiere C., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 2008, Vol.51, No.3, p.223-228. Illus. 37 ref. (In English)

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This research investigated the effectiveness of a quality control chart as a method to explore the occupational nature of asthma using peak expiratory flow (PEF) as the measured variable. PEF measurements were recorded from several workers suspected of having occupational asthma. The measurements were recorded for periods of two weeks at work and two away from work. For each subject, an average quality control chart was developed and analysed using Shewhart methods. The chart allowed the detection and characterization of the increased variation in PEF between periods at the workplace and away from the workplace. It was found to be an effective and inexpensive method for the early detection of workers suspected for occupational asthma. (108285)

CIS 08-826 Occupation and lymphoid malignancies: Results from a French case-control study. Orsi L., Troussard X., Monnereau A., Berthou C., Fenaux P., Marit G., Soubeyran P., Huguet F., Milpied N., Leporrier M., Hemon D., Clavel J., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 2007, Vol.49, No.12, p.1339-1350. 41 ref. (In English)

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To investigate potential relationships between occupational risk factors and lymphoid malignancy (LM), a multicentre hospital-based case-control study was conducted in France between 2000 and 2004, including 824 incident cases of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), Hodgkin lymphoma (HL), multiple myeloma and lymphoproliferative syndrome, and 752 matched controls. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews and subjected to statistical evaluation. It was found that farming was significantly associated with NHL (odds ratio OR 1.4) and, although not significantly, with lymphoproliferative syndrome and multiple myeloma. ORs were higher for longest durations of exposure. Self-declared exposure to pesticides was significantly associated with NHL (OR 1.8) and HL (OR 2.2). Neither solvent-related jobs nor self-reported exposure to solvents were related to LM. Systematic screening based on job titles did not evidence any other association. The results support the hypothesis that farming plays a role in most types of LM. (108351)

CIS 08-827 Case-control study on occupational risk factors for soft-tissue sarcoma. Hossain A., McDuffie H.H., Bickis M.G., Pahwa P., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 2007, Vol.49, No.12, p.1386-1393. 31 ref. (In English)

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The main objective of this study was to investigate potential association between the incidence of soft-tissue sarcoma (STS) and occupational exposures related to agriculture in Canada. A population-based case-control study of STS was conducted among Canadian men stratified by province of residence and age group. Data were subjected to multivariate statistical evaluation. The following occupations or sectors of activity were positively associated with the incidence of STS: machinist, chicken farming, pulp and paper industry and apartment complex worker. Mixed farming and exposure to chlorine were negatively associated with STS. Other findings are discussed. (108354)

CIS 08-828 Population-based research on occupational and environmental factors for leukemia and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma: the Northern Germany Leukemia and Lymphoma Study (NLL). Hoffmann W., Terschüeren C., Heimpel H., Feller A., Butte W., Hostrup O., Richardson D., Greiser E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 2008, Vol.51, No.4, p.246-257. 40 ref. (In English)

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The Northern Germany Leukaemia and Lymphoma Study is a population-based study designed to provide a quantitative basis for investigations into occupational and environmental risk factors for leukaemia and lymphoma. Subjects include all incident cases of leukaemia and lymphoma diagnosed between 1986 and 1998 in six counties in Northern Germany, together with controls selected from population registries. Self-reported exposure information was used in conjunction with direct environmental measurements. In addition, geographical information system (GIS) data were used to derive estimates of environmental exposure to pesticides, electromagnetic fields associated with transmission lines, and ionizing radiation from nuclear power stations. Findings can be used to calculate risk factors in subsequent studies. (108395)

CIS 08-829 Musculoskeletal disorders. (Russian: Profilaktika myšečno-skeletnyh povreždenij) Takala E.P., Solonin Y., Pancheva G., Boyko E., Lehtinen S., Sivochalova O.V., Potapenko A.A., Barents - Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, 2007, Vol.10, No.3, whole issue (p.78-103). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English, Russian)

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Collection of articles on musculoskeletal disorders of relevance to Russia and Nordic Countries. Contents: actions at the workplace to prevent musculoskeletal disorders; working conditions and occupational diseases in the Komi Republic of Russia; European campaign on musculoskeletal disorders. Other topics: WHO publications and guidelines; health inequalities in the Baltic region; cooperation among Northern European countries in public health and social well-being; review of a conference on the promotion of healthy lifestyles, work ability and social inclusion held on 11-12 December 2007 in Saint Petersburg, Russia; health protection of mother and child from the viewpoint of occupational medicine. (108450)

CIS 08-830 Implementation of an information system for the prevention of the hazards of occupational cancer. (French: Mise en place d'outils de repérage pour la prévention des risques de cancers professionnels) Alcouffe J., Dreux F., Dupery M., Guinel P., Mignot G., Montéléon P.Y., Ozkan E., Trimbach M., Cahiers de médecine interprofessionnelle, 1st Quarter 2008, Vol.48, p.15-20. (In French)

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This article describes two surveys carried out by occupational physicians in the framework of the implementation of an information system for the prevention of occupational cancer risk, involving exposure to wood dust and to cytostatic agents. They were carried out during medical examinations of 3583 new hires by 59 occupational physicians. Prior exposure to wood dust involved 592 workers. Woodworking, cabinetmaking, installing kitchens and bathrooms, working in hardware stores and maintenance work represented 62% of the responses. Prior exposure to cytostatic agents involved 57 workers. Health care personnel, laboratory workers, home care workers, hotel workers, hospital workers and laundry workers represented 68% of the responses. Based on theses surveys, data sheets for the collection of information on previous exposures have been developed. (108477)

CIS 08-831 Occupations within a cohort of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma patients. (Spanish: Actividad laboral en una cohorte de pacientes con linfoma no Hodgkin) Molina Villaverde R., Feliu Batlle J., Villalba Yllán A., Jiménez Gordo A.M., San José Valiente B., González Barón M., Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, Mar. 2008, Vol.LIV, No.210, p.19-24. 26 ref. (In Spanish)

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This study involved 37 non-Hodgkin lymphoma patients occupationally employed at the time of diagnosis; its aim was to study the factors influencing their return to work or rehabilitation. The patients were interviewed with the help of a questionnaire covering epidemiological, clinical and occupational aspects. 86% of the patients had to give up their occupation after the start of their treatment and 32.5% had not returned to work at the end of their treatment. No relationships were found between the type of work, aftereffects of the disease or treatment, and work capacity at the end of the treatment. (108493)

CIS 08-832 Neoplasms as causes of permanent invalidity. (Spanish: Las enfermedades neoplásicas como causa de incapacidad permanente) Ares Camerino A., Sainz Vera B., Marchena Aparicio J.M., Soto Pino M.L., Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, Mar. 2008, Vol.LIV, No.210, p.57-62. 12 ref. (In Spanish)

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The aim of this study was to determine the relative importance of neoplasms among the causes of permanent invalidity compared to other diseases. It involved around 1600 employees of the Cadiz provincial administration, among whom there were 208 cases permanent invalidity recorded during 2005. Neoplasia were found to rank third (17.87%) behind osteomuscular (24.15%) and cardiovascular diseases (23.67%). With respect to the number of lost work years, neoplasia were in second position (11.24 years), behind psychiatric disorders (14.8 years). Among men, there were higher percentages for neoplasia and cardiovascular diseases while among women, higher prevalences were found for osteomuscular diseases and psychiatric disorders. (108495)

CIS 08-833 Green tobacco sickness and skin integrity among migrant Latino farmworkers. Arcury T.A., Vallejos Q.M., Schulz M.R., Feldman S.R., Fleischer A.B., Verma A., Quandt S.A., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 2008, Vol.51, No.3, p.195-203. 36 ref. (In English)

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Green tobacco sickness (GTS) affects approximately one-quarter of all tobacco workers. The primary aim of this analysis was to expand existing knowledge of GTS risk factors among Latino farm workers. Data were taken from a longitudinal study of skin disease among 304 North Carolina Latino farm workers conducted in 2005 (see CIS 08-834). It was found that 18.4% of the farm workers met the GTS case definition. Self-reported rash increased the odds ratio (OR) of having GTS in the bivariate (OR 2.29), and multivariate analyses (OR 3.30). Self-reported itch (OR 3.54) and superficial wounds (OR 2.49) had a significant relationship to GTS in the bivariate analysis. These findings confirm that GTS risk factors include skin integrity. Farm workers with rash and other skin conditions should protect affected areas from exposure to tobacco plants. (108283)

CIS 08-834 Self report of skin problems among farmworkers in North Carolina. Vallejos Q.M., Schulz M.R., Quandt S.A., Feldman S.R., Galvan L., Verma A., Fleischer A.B., Rapp S.R., Arcury T.A., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Mar. 2008, Vol.51, n°3, p.204-212. 31 ref. (In English)

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The objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of self-reported skin problems among Latino farm workers and to identify the associated risk factors. A longitudinal surveillance design was used. A total of 304 participants were interviewed several times over a period of five months on their skin problems and on personal and occupational factors. Frequencies and counts were calculated for 13 skin problems. More than one-third of participants reported various skin problems. A number of work and environmental factors were found to be associated with higher rates of skin problems. One of the strongest predictors was working in wet clothes or shoes. Programmes are needed to educate farm workers about measures they can take to decrease their risk of skin problems. Changes in work practices and personal protective equipment provided could help decrease the prevalence of skin problems within this population. (108284)

CIS 08-835 Decreased lung function among employees at Norwegian smelters. Laier Johnsen H., Kongerud J., Hetland S.M., Šaltytė Benth J., Søyseth V., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 2008, Vol.51, No.4, p.296-306. 31 ref. (In English)

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The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between occupational exposure and lung function among workers at Norwegian smelters. Spirometry was performed on 3924 employees, who also completed a standardized questionnaire. The employees were classified by job functions: line operators; non-line operators; non-exposed office workers. Multivariate analyses showed that, compared to the forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV₁) in non-exposed workers, the FEV₁ was 87mL and 65mL lower in line and non-line operators, respectively. Other findings are discussed. (108397)

CIS 08-836 Occupational neck and shoulder pain among automobile manufacturing workers in Iran. Alipour A., Ghaffari M., Shariati B., Jensen I., Vingard E., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2008, Vol.51, No.5, p.372-379. Illus. 39 ref. (In English)

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The prevalence of neck and shoulder pain and its association with work-related physical and psychosocial factors and life style was determined by a cross-sectional survey using the Nordic Questionnaire in an Iranian car manufacturing company. A total of 14,384 (79.8%) of all employees responded. Depending on the questions used to measure neck and shoulder symptoms, reported prevalences varied widely (from 20.5% to 3.9%). In the multiple logistic regression model limited to employees with at least one year of work experience, risk factors for disabling pain of the neck and shoulder were, for male workers: duration of employment, high visual demands, repetitive work; sitting position; awkward working position; lack of regular exercise; monotonous work; lack of an encouraging organizational culture; anxiety concerning change. For female workers, the corresponding risk factors were a sitting position and lack of support. (108399)

CIS 08-837 Occupational cancers: How to prevent them in the construction sector. (French: Cancers professionnels: comment les prévenir dans le BTP) Jolly H., Prévention BTP, Mar. 2008, No.105, p.48-51. Illus. 2 ref. (In French)

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Various activities within the construction sector can expose workers to carcinogens. Several enterprises have shown that practical measures such as adopting new working methods or equipment can help protect against such exposures. This article explains the priority actions for the prevention of occupational cancers in the construction sector, which include the filtration of earthmoving equipment exhaust gases, collecting asphalt fumes, identifying hazards, biological monitoring of exposures, implementing technical measures and using personal protective equipment. It also includes the accounts of heads of enterprises involved in road maintenance and demolition concerning their occupational cancer prevention policies. (108474)

CIS 08-838 Getting the most out of your AEDs. Torres K., Occupational Hazards, Apr. 2008, No.31, p.49-51. Illus. (In English)

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Automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) are becoming more prevalent in workplace settings. In cases of sudden cardiac arrest, quick access to an AED unit and cardiopulmonary resuscitation is critical for survival. According to OSHA, there are 220,000 victims of sudden cardiac arrest each year in the United States, and about 10,000 of these cardiac events occur at work. Taking no action while waiting for emergency medical personnel to arrive results in a 7% rate of survival, However, studies examining survival rates following immediate defibrillation by use of an AED unit show up to 60% survival rate. This article emphasizes the importance of training for AEDs to be used effectively, and includes the main points of an AED training programme. (108410)

CIS 08-839 An epidemiological and risk analysis of Virginia workers' compensation burn claims 1999 to 2002: Identifying and prioritizing preventive workplace interventions. Horwitz I.B., McCall B.P., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 2007, Vol.49, No.12, p.1376-1385. Illus. 52 ref. (In English)

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Workers' compensation burn claims from Virginia for the years 1999 to 2002 were examined to assess risk factors and costs associated with occupational burn injuries. There were 5810 burn claims reported for the period examined, with the average burn rate estimated to be 4.3 per 10,000 workers. The total cost of claims was found to average USD 11.7 million per year and USD 8059 per claim. There was a more than six-fold increase in burn rates on weekends when compared with weekdays. Other findings are discussed. (108353)

CIS 08-840 Promoting and protecting health at the workplace. Ivanov I., Kortum E., Wilburn S., Eijkemans G., Mugagga Kiwekete H., Khamis Msangi Y., Abromeit M., Burton J., Shaw M., Gibson-MacDonald N., Punnett L., Kirsten W., Bakirov A.B., Robinson E., Harris-Roberts J., Sheehan O., Litchfield I., Loughman R., Golubic R., GOHNET Newsletter, Winter 2007-2008, No.14, p.1-44 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref (In English)

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Contents of this whole issue on the promotion and protection of health at the workplace: protecting and promoting health at the WHO headquarters; development and use of on the occupational risk management toolkit; South-African perspective on protecting and promoting health at the workplace; code of conduct for protecting and promoting workers' health in the cut-flower industry in Tanzania; resources for workplace health in Canada; presentation of the centre for the Promotion of Health in the New England Workplaces (CPH-NEW); how to make the business case for health promotion at the workplace; workers' health in the petrochemical and oil-extraction sector in a Russian region; occupational health technicians; hidden costs of poor ergonomics in office environments in Ireland; national register of radiofrequency workers in the United Kingdom; building capacities for primary prevention of occupational hazards, diseases and injuries in New Zealand; report on an occupational health congress held in Dubrovnik, Croatia. (108432)

CIS 08-841 Worthington puts wellness to work. Walter L., Occupational Hazards, Apr. 2008, p.22-28. Illus. (In English)

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This article describes the wellness promotion efforts of a steel processing enterprise employing around 8000 workers at 68 sites within the United States and in 10 other countries. At their headquarters, the company operates a gym, a medical centre and a pharmacy. It offers a choice of health care plan options and the chance to participate in a voluntary wellness programme. Employees who voluntarily participate in the programme first undergo a health screening. Participation involves monetary benefits in health insurance costs. Moderate and high-risk employees must acquire two points per quarter to maintain their presence in the programme. To earn points, participants can choose from a variety of options, such as completing an online healthy living programme, participating in the company wellness challenge or joining a weight management or smoking cessation programme. The company employs a dietician, who is on hand to help employees evaluate their food choices, convert recipes into healthier versions and promote smoking cessation. Two full-time personal trainers at the company's fitness facilities help employees develop exercise plans. Other features of the programme are discussed. (108437)

CIS 08-842 Occupational diseases: New challenges for their prevention. (Spanish: Enfermedades profesionales: nuevos desafíos en su prevención) de Sousa Uva A., Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, Mar. 2008, Vol.LIV, No.210, p.1-9. Illus. 56 ref. (In Spanish)

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According to ILO estimates, some 5000 workers die each day worldwide from occupational related diseases. This article explains how occupational safety and health evolved from the time of the industrial revolution to the current system of hazard evaluation and management of occupational safety and health. It discusses the limits of traditional methods which focus on working conditions, particularly when it comes to evaluating psychosocial hazards which present new challenges in terms of methodology for diagnosis and risk management, given the increasing importance of new risk situations for which the risk factors are related to the individual. (108492)

CIS 08-843 Lay conceptualisations of occupational disease. Ferguson E., Lawrence C., Bibby P., Leaviss J., Moghaddam N., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. x, 134p. Illus. 66 ref. (In English)

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Perceptions concerning the causes, treatment, symptoms and duration of an illness can influence its diagnosis and how persons react to the illness (treatment seeking, absenteeism). Members of the general public and medical practitioners have very different models of illness and perceive different sources of information as being more or less trustworthy. Such differences may results in poor communication and treatment compliance. The aim of this project was to test these differences in perception for both occupational and non-occupational illnesses. Work involved interviewing members of the general public and physicians. Four illnesses were studied: multiple sclerosis and lung cancer, generally viewed as non-occupational diseases; asthma, considered potentially occupational; and stress, considered occupational. Physicians were found to be more likely to perceive work characteristics as causes of stress and may over-emphasize occupational factors as a cause of stress. Other findings are discussed. (108305)

CIS 08-844 The true cost of occupational asthma in Great Britain. Boyd R., Cowie H., Hurley F., Ayres J., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xii, 122p. Illus. 104 réf. (In English)

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In 2000 the Health and Safety Commission published a ten-year occupational health strategy for the United Kingdom. The strategy sets an ambitious target for occupational asthma (OA) of a reduction of 30% in newly incident cases by 2010. The strategy contains several components, including information, education and research. This study was undertaken to develop detailed estimates of the cost of OA, in order to raise awareness among employers, workers and policy-makers as to the potential gains from adopting measures to reduce the incidence of OA. The total number of newly reported cases of OA in the United Kingdom in 2003 was 631, of which 442 were male workers and 189 were female workers. The total costs to society of these new cases of OA are estimated to range from GBP 71.7-100.1 million, or about GBP 3.4 -4.8 million per year over the lifetime of the disease. Other findings are discussed. (108309)

CIS 08-845 Musculoskeletal disorders - An ill-understood "pandemic". (French: Les troubles musculosquelettiques - Une "pandémie" mal comprise) European Trade Union Institute for Research, Health and Safety, Boulevard du Roi Albert II, 5 box 4, 1210 Bruxelles, Belgium, 2007. 54p. Illus. 50 ref. Price: EUR 10.00., ISBN 978-2-87452-099-0 (fr), ISBN 978-2-87452-100-3 (En) (In English, French)

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The three letters "MSD" mask the leading cause of occupational illness in Europe: musculoskeletal disorders. According to a wide European survey on working conditions, 25% of European workers suffer from back pain and 23% from muscular pain. These particularly incapacitating pathologies seriously undermine the physical and psychological health of victims, to say nothing of their economic consequences at both individual and community level. Workers suffering from MSD very often have to change profession or even quit working prematurely. This booklet presents a summary of the current scientific knowledge of this complex group of pathologies, examines the connection between MSD and changes in the organization of work and proposes ideas for trade union mobilization against this exploding health problem. (108322)

CIS 08-846 HIV/AIDS and the world of work. (Chinese: Aizi bingdu aizi bing he laodong shijie; French: Le VIH/SIDA et le monde du travail; German: HIV/Aids und die Welt der Arbeit; Russian: VIČ/SPID i sfera truda; Spanish: El VIH/SIDA y el mundo del trabajo) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2008. vi, 146p. Price: CHF 20.00., ISBN 978-92-2-120640-8 (En), ISBN 978-92-2-220640-7 (fr), ISBN 978-92-2-320640-6 (es), ISBN 978-92-2-420640-5 (ru), ISBN 978-92-2-520640-4 (zh), ISBN 978-92-2-620640-3 (ar), ISBN 978-92-2-720640-2 (de) (In Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Russian, Spanish)

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The agenda of the 2009 International Labour Conference includes adopting a Recommendation on HIV/AIDS and the world of work. This report has been prepared to help conference participants identify and prepare the key issues for discussion. Contents: global trends in HIV/AIDS; informal economy and HIV/AIDS; international action; key areas for intervention; situation at national and regional levels; considerations for the proposed Recommendation; questionnaire addressed to ministries of labour of ILO Member States. Appendices include an ILO code of practice on HIV/AIDS and the world of work, and a list of national HIV/AIDS laws and policies. (108334)

CIS 08-847 Triggers for non-specific symptoms in the workplace: Individual differences, stress and environmental (odour and sound) factors. Ferguson E., Cassaday H.J., Ward J., Weyman A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. 110p. Illus. Approx 120 ref. (In English)

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Non-specific symptoms are not related to any given disease and include fatigue, weakness, sleep difficulties, headache and muscle aches. They have a high reported incidence and result in high rates of sickness absenteeism. The objective of this study was to identify factors related to the work environment, characteristics of individual workers, external factors and physiological factors that contribute to reporting non-specific symptoms. It was carried out in the form of a survey of a cross-sectional sample of 711 volunteer participants, who answered questionnaires on their symptoms and work environment. A sub-group of volunteers furthermore submitted daily diary entries and saliva samples, which were analysed for cortisol and immunoglobulin-A secretion. Key findings are that non-specific symptoms are related to odour perceptions, the time of day, individual differences, particularly with respect to anxiety, perceived stress and job demand/control imbalance. (108423)

CIS 08-848 A new test for helping diagnose and evaluate occupational asthma: Induced sputum. (French: Un nouveau test d'aide au diagnostic et à l'évaluation de l'asthme professionnel: l'expectoration induite) Lemière C., Maghni K., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. iii, 15p. Illus. 30 ref. Price: CAD 7.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-227-6 (In French)

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In order to evaluate a new test for helping the diagnosis and evaluation of occupational asthma, 24 workers with occupational asthma were recruited. Besides assessing their respiratory function, their bronchial inflammation was evaluated by sputum induction, a simple non-invasive method for evaluating bronchial cellularity. The results show that the functional and inflammatory parameters of subjects with occupational asthma improve mainly in the six months following removal from exposure. Furthermore, it appears that the workers with eosinophilic bronchial inflammation at the time of diagnosis evolve more favourably after removal from exposure than those without such inflammation. (108465)

CIS 08-849 Sustainable measures for the prevention of MSDs: What impediments? What means of action?. (French: La prévention durable des TMS: Quels freins? Quels leviers d'action?) Caroly S., Coutarel F., Escriva E., Roquelaure Y., Schweitzer J.M., Daniellou F., Agence nationale pour l'amélioration des conditions de travail, 4, quai des Etroits, 69321 Lyon Cedex 05, France, Jan. 2008. 180p. Illus. 16 ref. (In French)

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This study on the requisite conditions for implementing a sustainable policy for the prevention of musculoskeletal diseases was carried out between 2004 and 2007, by means of coordination meetings involving all participating groups, discussion workshops on methods and findings with other research entities working in this field, and interventions in 30 enterprises. Based on the findings, a number of recommendations are proposed in the areas of ergonomics, work organization, enterprise governance and the role of the occupational physician. (108486)

CIS 08-850 MSDs - The impact of representations of the disease, pain and healing on the work rehabilitation process. (French: TMS - L'influence des représentations de la maladie, de la douleur et de la guérison sur le processus de réadaptation au travail) Baril R., Durand M.J., Coutu M.F., Côté D., Cadieux G., Rouleau A., Ngomo S., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. iv, 106p. Illus. Approx. 200 ref. Price: CAD 10.50. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-225-2 (In French)

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The objective of this project was mainly to document the representations of disease, health and healing that affect the rehabilitation process for workers with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) involved in a return-to-work process. The researchers investigated existing conceptual frameworks and related measurement tools. They then collected evidence from workers who had been absent from work for several months due to an MSD. The report situates the contribution of the workers' representations and strategies in their path towards healing and a return to work. It shows the importance of systematically integrating these perceptions into the evaluation of each case so that the intervention can be anchored to the patient's reality, and the quality of care thus be improved. The specific matching of the clinical approach to the workers' representations is a guarantee of progress towards re-employment. (108489)

CIS 08-851 Occupational diseases reported in the Czech Republic in the year 2007. National Institute of Public Health, Centre of Occupational Health, Šrobárova 48, 100 42 Praha 10, Czech Republic, 2007. 5p. Illus. (In English)

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A total of 1291 occupational diseases (753 men, 538 women) were reported in the Czech Republic in the year 2007, corresponding to an incidence of 28.1 cases per 100,000 employees. This statistical summary of occupational diseases reported in the Czech Republic consists of tables and graphs that present statistical trends since 1991, the breakdown by type of disease, the ten most frequent occupational diseases and the ten sectors of activity with the highest number of reported occupational diseases. (108458)

CIS 08-852 Occupational and environmental health - A practical manual. Phoon W.O., Parekh R., Bhalani Publishing House, 11 Mavawala Building, Opp. K.E.M. Hospital, Parel, Mumbai 400012, India, 2007. viii, 376p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index., ISBN 81-85578-82-6 (In English)

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This book comprehensively covers the health impact of man's interaction with his environment and occupation. Through eight chapters, it provides an understanding of the most important environmental and health issues. Many examples are drawn from developing countries in areas such as construction, agriculture and issues related to women workers. Other topics addressed include genetic factors in occupational health, addictions, behavioral aspects, occupational stress, shift work and sickness absenteeism. (108324)

CIS 08-853 Survey of tools and resources available to employers to manage, record and monitor sickness absence. Hutchison P.A., Ritchie P.J., Cowie H.A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 73p. 31 ref. (In English)

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This report is an essential guide to sickness absence recording software applications and services, and also to information sources and other resources for absence management. It is primarily written for United Kingdom employers and managers seeking assistance with recording sickness absence and understanding the issues involved in the management of absence in the workplace. In addition to describing and listing applications and services, the report also includes a general introduction to the principles underlying effective absence management, a review of the requirements and key features of absence recording applications and services, a review of the data that needs to be recorded, the differences between sickness absence levels in the public and private sectors, and finally the requirements under the Data Protection Act. (108412)

CIS 08-854 The costs and benefits of active case management and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal disorders. Hanson M.A., Burton, K., Kendall N.A.S., Lancaster R.J., Pilkington A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xiv, 180p. Illus. Approx. 250 ref. (In English)

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This study on the cost of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) to employers sought to identify the evidence on cost-effective case management and rehabilitation principles that could be applied by employers and healthcare providers to help workers with MSDs to stay at work or return to work. It was carried out in the form of a literature survey, followed by interviews and focus groups involving healthcare professionals and organizations. A wide range of programmes were found to be implemented or in the process of implementation. Overall, case management methods were found to cost-effective, with best practice rehabilitation approaches having potential to significantly reduce long term sickness absence. Other findings are discussed. (108418)

CIS 08-855 Work-related musculoskeletal disorders: Prevention report - A summary. (Czech: Muskuloskeletální poruchy související s prací: zpráva o prevenci - Shrnutí; Danish: Rapport om forebyggelse af arbejdsrelateret muskel og skeletbesvær - Sammendrag; Dutch: Beroepsgebonden spier- en skeletaandoeningen: Preventierapport - Samenvatting; Estonian: Tööga seotud luu- ja lihaskonna vaevuste ennetamise aruanne - Kokkuvõte; Finnish: Työperäiset tuki- ja liikuntaelinten sairaudet: raportti ennaltaehkäisystä - Yhteenveto; French: Troubles musculosquelettiques d'origine professionnelle: rapport sur la prévention - Résumé; German: Arbeitsbedingte Muskel Skelett-Erkrankungen: Präventionsbericht - Eine Zusammenfassung; Greek: Muoskeletikés pathêseis (MSP) pou sheletízontai me tēn ergasía: ékthesē prólēpsēs MSP - Perílēpsē; Hungarian: Munkával összefüggő váz- és izomrendszeri megbetegedések: Jelentés a megelőzésről - Összefoglaló; Italian: Patologie muscoloscheletriche occupazionali: rapporto sulla prevenzione - Sintesi; Latvian: Ar darbu saistītas balsta un kustību aparāta slimības: Profilakse - Kopsavilkums; Lithuanian: Su darbu susiję kaulų ir raumenų sistemos pažeidimai: Prevencijos ataskaita - Santrauka; Polish: Dolegliwości mięśniowo-szkieletowe związane z pracą: Raport na temat działań w zakresie profilaktyki - Streszczenie; Portuguese: Lesões músculo-esqueléticas de origem profissional: Relatório sobre prevenção - Síntese; Romanian: Afecţiuni musculo-scheletice de origine profesională: Raport privind prevenirea - Rezumat; Slovak: Ochorenia a poškodenia podporno-pohybovej sústavy súvisiace s prácou: Správa o prevencii - Zhrnutie; Slovenian: Z delom povezana kostno mišičcna obolenja: Poročilo o preventivi - Povzetek; Spanish: Trastornos musculoesqueléticos de origen laboral: informe de prevención - Resumen; Swedish: Rapport om förebyggande av arbetsrelaterade: Belastningsbesvär - Sammanfattning) European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, http://osha.eu.int, 2008. 2p. Illus. 2 ref. (In Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish)

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Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common work-related problem in Europe: 25% of the EU-27 workers report suffering from backache and 23% complain about muscular pains. First, there are preventive steps that have to be taken. But for workers who already have MSDs, the challenge is to maintain their employability, keep them working and, if necessary, reintegrate them into the workplace. This fact sheet highlights the key findings of a report on the prevention of MSDs and the development and progress made in this area since the previous MSD campaign in 2000. The report consists of two parts: a review of the research literature with respect to work-related interventions preventing MSDs risks; 15 case studies demonstrating how the problems have been solved at the workplace level. (108453)

CIS 08-856 The organization of first aid in the workplace. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 1999. viii, 54 p. Illus. Price: CHF 15.00., ISBN 92-2-106440-9 (In English)

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This booklet explains how first aid should be organized and provides information on the duties and training of first aid personnel, and the equipment and supplies needed. Appendices include examples of first aid legislation in New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Germany, a list of recommended rescue equipment, the legal requirements of first aid boxes in several countries (Belgium, India, New Zealand, United Kingdom) and useful examples of antidotes. Replaces CIS 90-1671. (108332)

CIS 08-857 Technical specifications for occupational health surveillance. (Chinese: Zhiye jiankang jianhu jishu guifan) People's Medical Publishing House, Bldg 3, 3rd District, Fangqunyuan, Fangzhuang, Beijing 100078, P.R.China, 2007. 189p. (In Chinese)

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CIS 08-858 Preventive and medical rehabilitation programme for nurses. (Polish: Program profilaktyczno-rehabilitacyjny dla pielęgniarek) Jóźwiak Z., Praca i Zdrowie, 2007, No.6, p.45-49. Illus. (In Polish)

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This article discusses the most important occupational health hazards faced by nurses involved in lifting, supporting and moving patients. It explains the influence of these physical actions on the pathological state of various components of the musculoskeletal system. A preventive and medical rehabilitation programme developed by the Professor Jerzy Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine in Łódź is described, which allows reducing the negative impact of physical workload on nurses' health. The experience of several Polish hospitals in implementing the programme is presented. (108262)

CIS 08-859 Water distribution and treatment work - Seeing clearly through muddy waters. (French: Métiers de l'eau et de l'assainissement - Voir clair en eaux troubles) Bondéelle A., Ravallec C., Travail et sécurité, Mar. 2008, No.682, p.18-31. Illus. 8 ref. (In French)

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This collection of articles on occupations in water distribution and treatment discusses the risks to which workers in this sector are exposed, namely: physical workload; work in isolation; work in confined atmospheres; work in confined spaces; biological hazards; toxic and explosive gases; road hazards. It comments the measures adopted by two French enterprises involved in water distribution and treatment, the specific problems faced by small enterprises operating in this sector and the collaborations set up between the regional health insurance institution and representatives of the sector in a French region. (108475)

CIS 08-860 Agriculture. Colosio C., Kawakami T., Khai T.T., Kogi K., Tong L., Kannitha Y., Vanna C., Hamedon T.R., Wang S., Siriruttanapruk S., Lee K.S., Kim K.R., Kim H.C., Kim K.S., Asian-Pacific Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, Dec. 2007, Vol.14, No.3, p.50-71 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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Contents of this collection of articles on occupational safety and health in agriculture of relevance to countries in the Asian-Pacific region: practical application of the work improvement in neighbourhood protection (WIND) programme; participatory approaches to improving safety and health of farmers in Cambodia; occupational safety and health challenges in agriculture in Malaysia; occupational health in agriculture in China; improving occupational health of farmers through primary health care units in rural districts in Thailand; governmental intervention of the Republic of Korea in agricultural safety and health. (108328)

CIS 08-861 Social security and workers in rural regions. (Spanish: La seguridad social y los trabajadores rurales) Paulucci J.C., Estudios de la Seguridad Social, 2007, No.100, p.15-43. 6 ref. (In Spanish)

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This report presents an analysis of work characteristics in rural Argentina, together with the social security coverage available for workers in these regions. Contents: characteristics of work and life in rural regions; specific aspects of work in rural regions (undeclared work, work presenting high risks); finding answers to the problems described; social security system and proposals for improved benefits. In annex: list of occupational diseases recognized in the agricultural sector in Argentina. (108491)

CIS 08-862 Safety in mining and commemoration of accident victims: Off-site session of the Labour Protection Committee. (Polish: Bezpieczeństwo w górnictwie i pamięć o ofiarach wypadków) Podgłódek P., Inspektor Pracy, 2007, No.5 (291), p.6. Illus. (In Polish)

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This article reviews the off-site session of the Labour Protection Committee of the Polish parliament, which was combined with the celebrations of the International Commemoration Day for Occupational Accident Victims. The session was held in Katowice on 19th and 20th April 2007 and included the participation in the conference "The employee's safety beyond the employer's profit". The article includes a summary of the presentations and discussions. (108269)

CIS 08-863 Mortality among U.S. underground coal miners: A 23-year follow-up. Attfield M.D., Kuempel E.D., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 2008, Vol.51, No.4, p.231-245. Illus. 32 ref. (In English)

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The mortality over 22-24 years of 8899 coal miners initially medically examined in 1969-1971 at 31 United States coal mines was evaluated to analyse the underlying causes of death. Data were subjected to statistical evaluation. Elevated mortality from nonviolent causes, nonmalignant respiratory disease (NMRD) and accidents was observed, but lung cancer and stomach cancer mortality were not elevated. Smoking, pneumoconiosis, coal mine region and cumulative coal mine dust exposure were all predictors of mortality from nonviolent causes and NMRD. The findings confirm and enlarge upon previous results showing that exposure to coal mine dust leads to increased mortality, even in the absence of smoking. (108394)

CIS 08-864 Analysis and assessment of occupational hazards at automobile repair shop workplaces. (Polish: Analiza i ocena ryzyka zawodowego na stanowisku mechanika samochodowego) Organa Z., Przyjaciel przy Pracy, May 2007, No.5, p.14-17. Illus. (In Polish)

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The tasks carried out by mechanics in automobile repair shops are described in a table, together with the physical workload, environmental conditions and occupational hazards involved for each task. A list of applicable standards is included. (108268)

CIS 08-865 Mortality among shipyard Coast Guard workers: A retrospective cohort study. Krstev S., Stewart P., Rusiecki J., Blair A., Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Oct. 2007, Vol.64, No.10, p.651-658. 63 ref. (In English)

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The mortality causes of 4413 men and 289 women workers employed between 1950 and 1964 in a United States shipyard were determined. Subjects were followed until 2001 for vital status. Detailed shipyard and lifetime work histories found in the shipyard records and job descriptions were evaluated, enabling workers to be classified as having been likely to be exposed to potential hazardous substances. In addition, 20 job groups were created on the basis of their estimated exposure levels. Standardised mortality ratios were calculated based on the general population and adjusted for age, death period, sex and race. Findings are discussed. Employment in this shipyard revealed a small but significant excess mortality from all causes, lung cancer and mesothelioma, most of which is probably related to asbestos exposure. (108442)

CIS 08-866 Medical costs and sources of payment for work-related injuries among Hispanic construction workers. Dong X., Ringen K., Men Y., Fujimoto A., Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Dec. 2007, Vol.49, No.12, p.1367-1375. Illus. 26 ref. (In English)

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To assess medical costs of occupational injuries and sources of payment among Hispanic and non-Hispanic construction workers, Medical Expenditure Panel Survey data from 1996 to 2002 covering more than 7000 construction workers, including 1833 Hispanics, were examined and subjected to univariate and multivariate analyses Annually, work-related injuries in construction cost USD 1.36 billion, with 46% paid by workers' compensation. Compared with non-Hispanic workers, Hispanic workers were 53% more likely to have medical conditions resulting from work-related injuries, but 48% less likely to receive payment for medical costs from workers' compensation. This study suggests an urgent need to reform the current workers' compensation system, including easier access for Hispanic and other immigrant workers. (108352)

CIS 08-867 OSHA 10-hour training diary. Walter L., Occupational Hazards, Mar. 2008, No.31, p.31-35. Illus. (In English)

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This article consists of the account of a participant in a two-day course structured to address fundamental OSHA standards, policies and procedures for a range of construction-related safety topics including personal protective equipment, fall hazards, excavation end electrical safety. (108404)

CIS 08-868 Enterprises faced with the problem of hazardous construction sites. (French: Les entreprises face aux "chantiers à risques") Sagot F., Prévention BTP, Feb. 2008, No.104, p.38-47. Illus. (In French)

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Asbestos removal demolition and soil remediation operations involve hazards for operators, neighbourhood populations and the environment. To limit these hazards, it is necessary to carry out a preliminary analysis of the existing situation, in view of the fact that regulations require that the possible presence of toxic substances such as lead or asbestos be verified. This analysis allows the operating procedure to be defined (involve specialised companies, set up a confined area, select personal protective equipment). Other aspects covered in this collection of articles on demolition work: permissions and regulatory aspects; training of demolition specialists; sorting and recycling of waste streams; treatment of polluted soils. (108483)

CIS 08-869 Low proportion of male births and low birth weight of sons of flour mill worker fathers. Milham S., Ossiander E.M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Feb. 2008, Vol.51, No.2, p.157-158, 8 ref. (In English)

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The Washington State Department of Health has collected and coded parental occupation information on birth certificates since 1980. These data were used to search for possible effects of parental occupational exposures on birth outcomes. There were 59 births (22 boys and 37 girls) where the father's occupation was specified as flour mill worker. The sex ratio of 0.373 was lower than the mean sex ratio of 0.512. The mean birth weight for flour mill workers' newborn boys was 3180g compared to an overall mean of 3511g for all newborn boys. The mean birth weight of flour mill workers' newborn girls was 3602 compared to an overall mean of 3389 for all newborn girls. The low prevalence of male infants born to fathers of flour mill workers suggests that fumigants that they are exposed to are causing testicular dysfunction, while the very low birth weight seen in these infants may be due to yet unknown genotoxic factors. (108313)

CIS 08-870 Occupational safety and health in high schools (Part 1). (Polish: Bezpieczeństwo i higiena pracy w szkołach wyższych (cz.1)) Obolewicz J., Przyjaciel przy Pracy, Apr. 2005, No.4, p.16-17. 2 ref. (In Polish)

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European and Polish regulations regarding occupational safety and health in high schools are discussed, with reference to Council Directive 89/391/EEC of 12 June 1989 (see CIS 89-1401) and the general provisions and regulations regarding special-purpose room equipment under the Regulation of the Polish Ministry of Education of 11 March 1998. (108267)

CIS 08-871 Reducing the risks related to the work of temporary workers. (French: La réduction des risques liés au travail des intérimaires) Labbé F., Santé et Sécurité au Travail Actualités, Mar. 2008, No.108. p.5-6. (In French)

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Temporary workers are twice more exposed than regular workers to the risk of occupational accidents. This article summarizes the legal responsibilities of enterprises using temporary workers and of temporary work agencies with respect to the prevention of occupational hazards facing these workers. Topics addressed: preparing the mission; hazard evaluation; training and information; supervision. (108362)

CIS 08-872 Migrant workers. Ndiaye N., Wickramasekara P., Comlan P., Mouanga A., Ezinah F., Nambo Wezet G., Obiang Ossubita B., Valenti A., Boccuni F., Giona F., Iavicoli S., Drimie S., Kiama Mwaniki N., Lehtinen S., African Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, Dec. 2007, Vol.17, No.3, p.58-79 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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http://www.ttl.fi/NR/rdonlyres/2D1F2747-28C0-4F94-89FC-6CDD0593F55E/0/african32007.pdf

Contents of this collection of articles on the occupational safety and health of migrant workers in Africa: health hazards for migrant workers in Africa; occupational safety and health implications of globalization and cross-border migration among migrant workers in Africa; working conditions and job satisfaction among Sub-Saharan migrant female workers in Gabon; migration of nurses from developing to developed countries; migration, AIDS and urban food security in Southern and Eastern Africa; work-related stress; review of a regional workshop in Africa on improving workers' heath organized by the WHO. (108329)

CIS 08-873 Meeting the challenges of an aging workforce. Silverstein M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 2008, Vol.51, No.4, p.269-280. Illus. 51 ref. (In English)

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The percentage of workers 55 years and older in the United States is increasing. These workers are often the most skilled and productive employees, but in some respects also the most vulnerable. The literature on aging and work was reviewed, including that concerning demographic trends, physical and cognitive changes, safety and performance, work ability and retirement patterns. Older workers have more serious, but less frequent, workplace injuries and illnesses than younger ones. There is evidence that many of these problems can be prevented and their consequences reduced by anticipating the physical and cognitive changes of age. Many employers are aware that such efforts are necessary, but most have not yet addressed them. Other findings are discussed. (108396)

CIS 08-874 Youth and work. Gunn S., Semboja H., Ndelu L., Rosati F.C., Guarcello L., Lyon S., Comlan P., Ezinah F., Mouanga A., Nyalendo J., Nambo Wezet G., Ossoubita B.O., Lehtinen S., Ghebreyohannes T., Mäkelä J., African Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, Apr. 2008, Vol.18, No.1, p.1-19 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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http://www.ttl.fi/NR/rdonlyres/0C4E7E69-0983-44EF-B0C8-33C9B2BA0F80/0/AfricanNews12008.pdf

Collection of articles on youth at work of relevance to African countries. Contents: youth employment in East African countries; South African legislation on child labour; child labour and youth unemployment in Ethiopia; child trafficking and labour in Gabon. Other topics: basic occupational health services in India; role of labour inspection; European campaign aimed at improving the safety of young workers. (108448)

CIS 08-875 Manual handling incidents database - A compilation and analysis of offshore industry reports. Randle I., Smith C., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 56p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English)

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Analysis of a sample of 126 recent manual handling incident reports from the offshore industry indicated a variety of root causes, the most common being poor workplace design, poor equipment design and the use of inappropriate equipment. Inadequate risk assessment was found to be a root cause in only 5% of incidents. Other findings are discussed. (108422)

CIS 08-876 Costs of early retirement. (German: Kosten der Frühberentung) Bödeker W., Friedel H., Friedrichs M., Röttger C., Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin, Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Postfach 10 11 10, 27511 Bremerhaven, Germany, 2006. 275p. Illus. Bibl.ref. CD-Rom. Price: EUR 21.50., ISBN 978-86509-586-2 (In German)

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This case-control study was carried out to estimate the impact of occupational factors on early retirement and their associated costs. It examined the occupational histories of 28,000 persons who were granted a disability pension in 1999, together with those of some 1,000,000 employed persons as controls. Suitable methods were developed to quantify the exposure based on occupational histories, enabling the associations between the grant of a disability pension and the cumulated exposures or the occupation to be determined. In Germany the work-related costs of early retirement were estimated to be at least EUR 10.3 billion annually, including EUR 1.2 billion in direct costs. The work-related share of disability pensions amounts to EUR 2.8 billion. The most important exposures are strenuous work (lifting) and low job control. It is estimated that a moderate increase in job control could save up to EUR 2 billion annually. The strongest correlation with a high incidence of disability pensions was observed in nursing and mining. (108384)

CIS 08-877 Scoping study determining the potential of engaging stakeholders in the food supply chain to support and influence farmers to promote health and safety. Michaelis C., McGuire M, Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 66p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr507.pdf

The incidence rate of fatal and major injuries in agriculture is among the highest of any industry and the prevalence of work-related ill health is the highest of any sector. This represents a significant cost burden to the agricultural sector, besides causing suffering to victims and their families. Reducing the incidence of these events is part of HSE's strategy for building a sustainable, modern farming sector. One of the possible means of influencing farmers' risk taking behaviour is through the food supply chain, by setting up partnerships with wholesalers, cooperatives, food industry representatives and supermarkets. This project was aimed at examining potential synergies for improvement of safety and health management through the food supply chain. It involved phone and face-to-face interviews with farmers and supply chain representatives. Overall, farmers were found to be receptive to OSH issues. Other findings are discussed. (108429)

CIS 08-878 Ergonomic study of a new procedure used in forest management. (French: Etude ergonomique d'un nouveau traitement sylvicole) Imbeau D., Dubeau D., Farbos B., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2007. vi, 29p. Illus. 40 ref. Price: CAD 7.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-213-9 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-540.pdf

This study compared two procedures used to control plant competition in plantations of young conifers: conventional brush clearing and the same activity carried out using a biological agent. The cardio-respiratory capacity and metabolism of forestry workers participating in the study were evaluated, together with the productivity and quality of the work carried out. It was found that both treatments lead to the same workload for the workers, but that using a biological agent is two times less effective than the conventional technique. In both cases, the workers' heart rates reached levels considered potentially hazardous. Heart rate monitoring is the most reliable method for establishing an acceptable alternating work-rest rhythm depending on climatic conditions. (108461)

CIS 08-879 Focusing on a sustainable future: Anglo American - Report to Society 2007. Anglo American PLC, 20 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AN, United Kingdom, 2007. 72p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.investis.com/aa/docs/gr_2008_04_15.pdf

Report on the social and environmental protection activities for the year 2007 of a multinational mining enterprise involved in platinum, diamonds, coal, ferrous and nonferrous metals, industrial minerals, paper and packaging. Topics addressed: sustainable development; economic value; human capital; social capital; natural capital; manmade capital; independent audit of the company's sustainable development indicators. The report includes descriptions of programmes aimed at providing anti-retroviral therapy to employees infected with HIV, supporting public health and preventing domestic violence. (108272)

CIS 08-880 Our strategy in action: Engage, integrate, perform, grow - Annual Report 2007. Anglo American PLC, 20 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AN, United Kingdom, 2007. 72p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.investis.com/aa/docs/ar2007.pdf

Annual report of activities for the year 2007 of a multinational mining enterprise involved in platinum, diamonds, coal, ferrous and nonferrous metals, industrial minerals, paper and packaging. Safety practices of the enterprise as well as policies related to HIV/AIDS are reviewed. (108273)

CIS 08-881 Building value - Lonmin Plc: Sustainable development report for the year ending 30 September 2006. Lonmin PLC, 4 Grosvenor Place, London SW1X 7YL, United Kingdom, 2006. 37p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.lonmin.com/assets/pdf/reports/SDR_2006.pdf

Report of sustainable development activities for the year 2006 of a multinational platinum mining enterprise with important operations in South Africa. Contents: chief executive's review; highlights, performance and targets; profile and scope of report; corporate conduct; engaging with stakeholders; South African mining charter; economic growth; safety; health; HIV/AIDS; human capital; community; environment; 2006 sustainability reporting against Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) indicators; independent assurance; glossary and definitions; company charter. (108274)

CIS 08-882 The global perspective in addressing construction risks. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xiv, 134p. Illus. 31 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr458.pdf

Global risks are defined as the overall risks resulting from all phases of a construction project. These need to be evaluated for each potential construction method in order to select the method with the lowest overall risk in relation to what is reasonably practicable. However, there is a lack of information on global risks which can be used in decision making. The Global Risk Toolkit has been developed to address that need. The first stage consists of hazard identification with qualitative analyses of the results. If further information or clarification is required, a methodology is presented for quantitative assessment of the global risks. The toolkit also provides risk profiles, probabilities of accidents and the financial consequences of these accidents. This toolkit has been applied to a range of scenarios involving work at height, workplace transport and the handling of materials. (108296)

CIS 08-883 Accidents in the construction industry of Hong Kong (2000-2004). Labour Department. 16/F, Harbour Building, 38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2007. 24p. Illus. (In English)

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The safety performance of the construction industry in Hong Kong has continued to improve, even though it still has the highest accident rate and number of fatalities. The number of industrial accidents decreased from 4367 in 2003 to 3833 in 2004, down by 12.2%. The accident rate per 1000 workers fell from 68.1 in 2003 to 60.3 in 2004, down by 11.4%. Compared with 2000, the number of accidents showed a significant drop of 67.9%, while the accident rate went down by 59.7%. Figures on fatal and non-fatal accidents have also been decreasing rapidly since 2004. Data are provided for type of accident, type of work being performed, month, location of injury, age group and sex. Detailed information is also provided on accidents during renovation and maintenance work, and on fall from height accidents. (108339)

CIS 08-884 Occupational hazards in the performing arts - An exploratory study. (French: Les risques du métier dans le domaine des arts de la scène - Une étude exploratoire) Ledoux E., Cloutier E., Ouellet F., Gagnon I., Thullier C., Ross J., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. vii, 82p. Illus. 69 ref. Price: CAD 10.50. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-249-8 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-555.pdf

The objective of this study was to better understand occupational health and safety (OHS) issues in the performing arts, particularly in the areas of theatre, music, singing, dance and the circus. Data were collected by means of literature surveys, focus groups, interviews and job observations. The study enabled: a better understanding of the production context, the producers' difficulties and the needs with respect to OHS management; to draw the list of risk factors and causes of accidents during the preparation of a performance and a show; to document the occupational and health paths of the artists; finally to identify suitable OSH strategies for this sector of activity. (108469)

CIS 08-885 Wood chip production technology and costs for fuel in Namibia. Leinonen A., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, VTT Information Service, P.O.Box 2000, 02044 VTT, Finland, 2007. 66p. Illus. 4 ref., ISBN 978-951-38-6974-8 (h/c), ISBN 978-951-38-6975-5 (PDF) (In English)

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The encroachment of wooded grassland (bush) on agricultural land is a major problem in Namibia. It drastically reduces the productive potential of large parts of the country. Traditionally, the bush has been used in Namibia as a source of firewood. The aim of this project was to evaluate the possibility of using bush biomass for electrical power production as well. This report is focused on one aspect of the project, namely the development of bush chip production technology and its cost evaluation in a pilot test on a farm. New machines for wood chip production were tested and a new mechanized production chain was designed based on the test results. (108276)

CIS 08-886 Migrant workers in England and Wales: An assessment of migrant worker health and safety risks. McKay S., Craw M., Chopra D., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xii, 274p. Illus. Approx. 200 ref. (In English)

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This report draws on interviews with 200 migrant workers in England and Wales (United Kingdom) to consider whether they face increased occupational risks in comparison with other workers in similar positions. Findings suggest that migrants are more likely to be working in sectors or occupations where there are existing safety and health concerns. Furthermore, their status as new workers that may constitute additional risk factors, together with their relatively short periods of work in the United Kingdom and limited knowledge of the United Kingdom's safety and health system. Language barriers between migrant workers and indigenous supervisors also may place these workers at greater risk. Other findings are discussed. (108424)

CIS 08-887 Trojan horse health and safety messaging: An assessment of the long-term and behavioural impact on construction site operatives. Chinien V., Cheyne A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. x, 49p. Illus. 15 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr505.pdf

Much of the workforce on construction sites is self-employed and there is little opportunity or incentive to invest in training. In addition, the current labour shortage results in the recruitment of more foreign workers who bring an additional set of challenges in terms of their language skills, working culture and previous safety and health training. Trojan horse messages may be ideally suited for the dissemination of safety and health information to construction site workers. The Trojan Horse project initiated in 2004 (see CIS 05-456) was aimed to deliver positive safety messages on the medium routinely used by construction site workers, such as large prefabricated construction components. This survey assessed the effectiveness of such messaging and showed that it generated minimal interference with work, that it elicited positive responses from the workers and that it resulted in high levels of awareness and information uptake with regards to the safety recommendations. (108427)

CIS 08-888 Work in fishing - Convention No. 188, Recommendation No. 199. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2007. 20p. Illus. 4 ref. 29p. (Convention No 188). 9p. (Recommendation No. 199)., ISBN 978-92-2-120869-3 (In English)

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http://www.ilo.org/public/english/dialogue/sector/papers/maritime/c188-brochure.pdf

Work in Fishing Convention 2007 (No. 188), was adopted at the 96th International Labour Conference in 2007. The objectives of the Convention were to ensure that fishermen have decent conditions of work on board fishing vessels with regard to minimum requirements for work on board, conditions of service, accommodation and food, occupational safety and health protection, medical care and social security. It applies to all fishermen and fishing vessels engaged in commercial fishing operations. Work in Fishing Recommendation 2007 (No. 199) provides additional guidance on the matters covered by the Convention. This booklet explains the main provisions of these two documents, whole full texts are included. (108446)

CIS 08-889 Automobile body shop worker. (French: Le carrossier) Cahiers de médecine interprofessionnelle, 1st Quarter 2007, Vol.47, 2p. Insert. (In French)

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Contents of this occupational information sheet on the job of automobile body shop worker: related occupations; description; place of work; work organization; tasks; tools and equipment; products, materials and persons concerned; work clothing; work and health. It is concluded that this occupation results in the exposures of workers to high physical strain with cardiac cost, to work postures and repetitive tasks that can lead to musculoskeletal diseases, to paints and solvents that can cause respiratory problems, and to noise and carbon monoxide. (108476)

CIS 08-890 Reference manual on the construction industry - Prevention of occupational accidents and diseases in the construction industry. (French: Aide-mémoire BTP - Prévention des accidents du travail et des maladies professionnelles dans le bâtiment et les travaux publics) Voisin J.C., Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 3rd ed., Dec. 2006. 131p. Illus. Index. Price: EUR 12.00. Downloadable version free of charge., ISBN 2-7389-1414-4 (In French)

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http://www.inrs.fr/INRS-PUB/inrs01.nsf/inrs01_catalog_view_view/CE7DE6AEE2678643…
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The objective of this reference manual on the construction industry is to help facilitate communications on construction sites between all parties (building owners, prime contractors, coordinators and enterprises of all sizes and sectors of activity) and to provide a common set of occupational safety and health (OSH) guidelines. It takes into account the Law of 31 December 1993 on temporary and mobile building sites. Contents: general organization of OSH (regulations, OSH institutions, responsibilities); safety and health organization within the enterprise (responsibilities, OSH institutions, work contracts, personal protective equipment, penalties); technical prevention (building site organization, equipment, harmful exposures, hygiene and first aid). Replaces CIS 04-608. (108367)

CIS 08-891 Cabinet maker. (French: L'ébéniste) Cahiers de médecine interprofessionnelle, 1st Quarter 2008, Vol.48, 2p. Insert. (In French)

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Contents of this occupational information sheet on the job of cabinet maker: related occupations; description; place of work; work organization; tools and equipment; products, materials and persons concerned; work clothing; work and health. It is concluded that this occupation results in exposures of workers to physical hazards (noise, vibration, manual handling), chemical hazards (wood dust, formaldehyde-based glues, wood treatment products) and accidents (explosions, fire, dangerous equipment). These hazards require that individual and collective protective measures be reinforced and that workers be properly trained and informed. (108478)

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CIS 08-892 Association between duration of daily visual display terminal work and insomnia among local government clerks in Japan. Yoshioka E., Saijo Y., Fukui T., Kawaharada M., Kishi R., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Feb. 2008, Vol.51, n°2, p.148-156. 25 ref. (In English)

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The aim of this cross-sectional study was to evaluate the relationship between the duration of daily visual display terminal work and sleep disturbances. A total of 2417 Japanese local government office workers (2030 men and 387 women) were investigated. Sleep disturbances were evaluated using the Athens Insomnia Scale. Visual display terminal work of 6h or more per day was significantly associated with insomnia (odds ratio 1.62) and in particular, caused problems with total sleep duration and sleepiness during the day, even after adjusting for possible confounding factors. (108312)

CIS 08-893 Carbon nanotubes: What are the hazards, and how can we prevent them?. (French: Les nanotubes de carbone: quels risques, quelle prévention?) Ricaud M., Lafon D., Roos F., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, Mar. 2008, No.210, p.43-57. Illus. 39 ref. (In French)

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Few studies have been published on the risks of carbon nanotubes to human health. However, given the excitement generated by this new class of chemicals, the number of exposed workers is likely to increase strongly in the coming years. This article on carbon nanotubes discusses current understanding with respect to their properties, applications and toxicology, as well as the preventive measures to adopt during their handling. Pending a better understanding of occupational exposures and risks to human health, it is recommended that the precautionary principle be applied, namely that exposure levels be kept as low as possible. (108473)

CIS 08-894 Automating health and safety processes creates value. Andersen E., Occupational Hazards, Apr. 2008, No.31, p.53-55. Illus. (In English)

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This article deals with the use of business process automation (BPA) into the occupational safety and health area. In practice, technology-enabled BPA provides safety and health with the tools necessary to improve overall safety and health and prevent occupational injuries. For example, by ensuring that managers and supervisors are receiving regular reports on the effectiveness of current risk mitigation activities, those individuals can make changes to the jobs or processes that are driving injury-related losses. In addition, some of this information can be funneled directly to employees in the form of personalized communication and information about risk avoidance and mitigation, based on the level and type of risk each employee faces in a specific environment. This information empowers each employee to make behavioral changes independently without any expert intervention. (108408)

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CIS 08-895 Air diffusion in sorting rooms at domestic waste treatment centres - Study of the ventilation characteristics of four air input systems. (French: Diffusion de l'air dans les salles de tri des centres de traitement des ordures ménagères - Etude des caractéristiques aérauliques de quatre dispositifs d'introduction de l'air) Rapp R., Henry F., Fontaine J.R., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, Mar. 2008, No.210, p.15-24. Illus. 6 ref. (In French)

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The INRS recommends that an overhead air supply island be placed above each workstation in domestic waste sorting premises. In this study, the aerological performance of various types of air supply islands were evaluated based on measured air velocities at the exit of the unit and at the breathing level of potential operators. It was found that a system comprised of a simple casing with a single perforated grill (perforation ratio above 45%) is insufficient to ensure a properly- directed flow. Acceptable performance can be obtained with two grills (perforation ratio below 32%) or with a casing fitted with a filter. (108471)

CIS 08-896 Big issues keep industrial hygienists focused on the big picture. Durstenfeld B., Occupational Hazards, Feb. 2008, Vol.70, No.2, p.67-69. Illus. (In English)

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This article discusses toxic gas detection and monitoring in the oil and gas industry. Means of monitoring fall into one of three categories: worker or personal monitors, which typically are worn or carried by individuals to alert them when toxic gas exposures occur; integrating monitors, which are worn by workers to collect time-weighted and full-shift exposure data and are typically operated by industrial hygienists; remote or location-based wireless detectors that typically are used to monitor emissions on remote automated sites or to ensure safe entry into confined spaces. Other topics addressed: OSHA-mandated threshold limit values; personal protective equipment; biological monitoring; photoionization detectors; data management. (108316)

CIS 08-897 Concawe Review 16:2. CONCAWE Review, 2007, Vol.16, No.2. p.1-21 (whole issue). Illus. (In English)

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Topics addressed in this review of CONCAWE activities: future demand and composition of fuels for road transport, including biofuels; software tool to assist enterprises comply with the information dissemination requirements of the European Pollutant Release and Transfer Register Regulation (E-PRTR); challenges in accurate measurements of particulate matter (PM10) in diesel emissions; assessing the environmental sensitivity of petrol stations across Europe with respect to leaks and groundwater protection. (108330)

CIS 08-898 Highlighting the chemical risk associated with the treatment of alkaline/saline electric cells and characterizing their organic and inorganic composition. (French: Mise en évidence du risque chimique associé au traitement des piles alanines/salines et caractérisation de leur composition organique et minérale) Gérardin F., Subra I., Masson A., Elcabache J.M., Morèle Y., Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail, Mar. 2008, No.210, p.25-32. 7 ref. (In French)

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Long considered as being non-hazardous waste, discharged alkaline and saline cells are collected, sorted and crushed. The zinc and manganese that make up the electrodes are usually subjected to acid extraction prior to being recovered by electrolysis. The objective of this article is to raise awareness among persons involved in this sector for the fact that operators working near cell recycling units are not exposed solely to zinc and manganese. Indeed, the presence of particularly toxic substances such as benzene and iridium in these types of cells has been reported. Consequently, this fact needs to be taken into account when designing processes and adapting the methods for protecting workers. (108472)

CIS 08-899 Confined space safety and rescue: Challenges and lessons learned. Bruck L., Occupational Hazards, Apr. 2008, No.31, p.29-31. Illus. 7 ref. (In English)

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A confined space is a volume that is large enough for an employee to enter and perform work, but has limited or restricted means of entry and exit and is not designed for continuous human occupancy. Confined space rescues account for a disproportionate number of fatalities suffered not only by rescue personnel, but also among bystanders and co-workers who make valiant, and often futile, efforts to bring victims to safety. Atmospheric hazards (oxygen deficiency, oxygen enrichment, flammable gases or vapors and toxic gases or vapors) are responsible for more than half of all confined space fatalities. Oxygen deficiency is the most frequently encountered of the atmospheric hazards, followed by the potential for explosion or burn-related fatality and by fatality due to toxic atmospheres. This article emphasizes the key importance of proper respiratory protection, monitoring and training for preventing fatalities associated with confined space rescue. (108409)

CIS 08-900 Coal mine dust as a benchmark for standards for other poorly soluble dusts: Partial position report. Miller B.G., Cowie H.A., Soutar C.A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 19p. 11 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr470.pdf

The aim of this study was to review the epidemiological evidence that could justify applying quantitative risks of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (derived from coal miners' studies to low solubility dusts in general, using lung function and respiratory symptoms data as diagnostic markers. Work involved comparing published effects of low toxicity mineral dust exposures on lung function in four occupational groups (coal miners, talc workers, PVC workers and heavy clay workers). Coalminers and talc workers had similar exposure levels. PVC workers had lower average exposure levels, but this may be due to an underestimation of cumulative dust exposure in this population. Coalminers showed a decline of 0.19 standardised units of FEV₁ for 100 units increase in dust exposure. Corresponding values for talc and PVC were 0.26 and 0.66 respectively. Relative risks of reporting symptoms were very similar for coalminers and heavy clay workers; they could not be calculated for talc or PVC workers, but were clearly of the same order of magnitude. (108306)

CIS 08-901 Trends in inhalation exposure - Mid 1980s till present. Creely K.S., Van Tongeren M., While D., Soutar A.J., Tickner J., Agostini M., de Vocht F., Kromhout H., Graham M., Bolton A., Cowie H., Cherrie J.W., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 125p. Illus. 77 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr460.pdf

Various United Kingdom datasets were reviewed to investigate the long-term changes in inhalation exposure to toluene, wood dust, flour dust, respirable dust and quartz exposure in quarries, and dust and fume exposure in the rubber manufacturing industry from the mid 1980s onwards. Data were also obtained from 28 companies where exposure evaluations to toluene, wood dust, respirable dust and quartz had been collected over 10 years ago. During these visits, employees were interviewed in an attempt to identify factors that could have resulted in changes in exposure during the study period. Overall, downward trends in exposure were observed for all the substances except flour dust. Interviews with company personnel suggested that legislation, both health and safety related and environmental, had a positive impact on reducing exposures. Other factors mentioned were improvements in process equipment and control technology, as well as market forces. (108298)

CIS 08-902 REACH: The new chemicals policy in Europe. (German: REACH: Die neue Chemikalienpolitik in Europa) , Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung, Thileallee 88-92, 14195 Berlin, Germany, 2007. 38p. Illus., ISBN 3-938163-20-8 (de), ISBN 3-938163-26-7 (En) (In English, German)

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http://www.bfr.bund.de/cm/238/reach_die_neue_chemikalienpolitik_in_europa.pdf

http://www.bfr.bund.de/cm/290/reach_the_new_chemicals_policy_in_europe.pdf

This booklet explains in simple terms the complex legislative text of the REACH Regulations (Registration, Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals) which came into force in mid-2007. Aimed at a wide readership, it describes the protection already afforded to consumers in Germany under existing regulations, together with the improvements in consumer protection to be expected as a consequence of REACH. It explains some of the practical aspects of REACH and the additional information that will be available to consumers under these regulations. (108358)

CIS 08-903 Miners' views about personal dust monitors. Peters R.H., Vaught C., Hall E.E., Volkwein J.C., Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-2001, USA, Feb. 2008. 47p. Illus. 40 ref. (In English)

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http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/pubs/pdfs/2008-110.pdf

Coal workers' pneumoconiosis is the leading cause of death due to occupational illness among U.S. coal miners. This disease is caused by miners' exposure to excessive levels of respirable coal mine dust. A personal dust monitor (PDM) was recently developed to provide near real-time feedback to miners regarding the level of respirable coal dust in the air they breathe. The main objective of this report is to document coal miners' reactions to this device and how they make use of the information it provides. It summarizes a field study by NIOSH that documented the opinions of 30 miners at 4 underground coal mines concerning the use of PDMs. (108374)

CIS 08-904 Directory of national and international competent bodies for chemical safety. (German: Verzeichnis der national und international zustängigen Stellen für Chemikaliensicherheit) Bundesministerium für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Reaktorsicherheit, Robert-Schumann-Platz 3, 53175 Bonn, Germany, 2007. 58p. (In German)

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http://www.reach-net.com/pdf_files/BUNR-Chemikaliensicherheit-2007.pdf

This directory of German national and international competent bodies for chemical safety lists the relevant institutions grouped under the following headings: German Länder; German Federal services; miscellaneous German institutions; German toxicological information centres; international institutions. (108382)

CIS 08-905 Examination of the limit dose for the classification of substances as toxic for reproduction. (German: Überprüfung der Grenzdosis zur Einstufung reproduktionstoxischer Stoffe) Oltmanns J., Schneider K., Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin, Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Postfach 10 11 10, 27511 Bremerhaven, Germany, 2006. 65p. Illus. 70 ref. Price: EUR 10.50., ISBN 978-3-86509-617-3 (In German)

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A dose of 1000mg/kg body weight/day is generally cited in EU directives and OECD guidelines as a maximum dose for studies on reproductive toxicity. This project investigated whether this limit remained valid in cases of high levels of workplace exposure. To this end, published exposure data together with data from the MEGA database of the German Mutual Occupational Accident Insurance Association were evaluated. It was noted that exposures to ambient concentrations of volatile substances were in the 500 to 2000mg/m³ range (time weighted averages), while the inhalation exposures to aerosols and skin exposures were low. By using the appropriate extrapolation factors, the corresponding doses were calculated for animal experiments. For volatile substances, these doses were found to be considerably higher than 1000mg/kg/day. The analysis of the results together with other findings shows that the general concept of a limit dose of 1000mg/kg/day for the classification of substances that are toxic for reproduction is not suited to all chemicals. (108385)

CIS 08-906 Isocyanate exposure, emission and control in small motor vehicle repair premises using spray rooms: Phase 1. White J., Coldwell M., Davies T., Helps J., Piney M., Rimmer D., Saunders J., Wake D., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. x, 111p. Illus. 29 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr496.pdf

A mock up spray room was constructed within the Health and Safety Laboratory with dimensions, ventilation conditions and extraction rates set to represent typical car body spray room conditions. A robotic sprayer was used to simulate paint spraying of car parts under a range of conditions; including spray orientation relative to the extraction duct, spray gun type, ventilation set up and extraction rates. Real-time monitors were used in conjunction with standard methods for airborne isocyanate (NCO) concentration monitoring. The main findings were: high NCO levels are present in spray rooms during spraying; airborne NCO levels were homogeneous throughout the spray room; factors affecting the amount of airborne NCO include gun type, gun condition, spray pattern and NCO formulation; airborne NCO took a significant time to clear the spray room. Other findings are discussed. (108420)

CIS 08-907 An inventory of fibres to classify their potential hazard and risk. Burdett G., Bard D., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 107p. Illus. Approx. 250 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr503.pdf

This project was designed as an audit of the hazards of man-made fibres, including carbon fibres and nanofibres, based either on available data or by making a series of sample measurements of their physical dimensions, properties and behaviour. This included bench scale assessments of the solubility and dustiness if the fibres were found to be small enough to be potentially inhalable. The data generated was used to identify fibres that may potentially be hazardous and merit further investigation. Of particular concern are some of the new technologies which allow the production of much finer conventional fibres that can be used on existing textile machinery, as well as some high performance technical fibres and textiles in production. (108425)

CIS 08-908 Development and validation of a tool for calculating the service life of organic vapour filter cartridges. (French: Mise au point et validation d'un outil de calcul du temps de service des cartouches filtrantes pour vapeurs organiques) Cossement D., Bellasfar I., Dubois P.D., Bose T.K., Lara J., Drolet D., Lemay F., Fortin Z., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. vi, 60p. Illus. 30 ref. Price: CAD 10.50. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-217-7 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-542.pdf

By studying the filter capacity and service life of respiratory protective cartridges, the IRSST demonstrated in earlier work that in the case of mixtures of pollutants, the use of a mask with saturated cartridges can be more dangerous than no mask at all. Researchers have developed a software that estimates the service life of chemical cartridges that filter the vapours of 145 solvents, most of which are mentioned in the Regulation concerning occupational health and safety. This project also led to the development of a computer tool used to establish a replacement sequence for filter cartridges. (108463)

CIS 08-909 Guide for the adjustment of permissible exposure values (PEVs) for unusual work schedules. (French: Guide d'ajustement des valeurs d'exposition admissibles (VEA) pour les horaires de travail non conventionnels) Drolet D., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 3rd ed., 2008. v, 17p. Illus. 14 ref. Price: CAD 6.30. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-221-4 (fr), ISBN 978-2-89631-239-9 (en) (In English, French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/T-22.pdf

http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/T-21.pdf

Because of recent changes to the Regulations concerning occupational safety and health in Quebec (Règlement sur la santé et la sécurité du travail - RSST, see CIS 02-1506), the IRSST had to update the guide for the adjustment of permissible exposure values for unusual work schedules, as well as the computer-based tool allowing its application. This technical guide includes recent toxicological knowledge on the substances concerned by the regulatory changes and allows determining the pathology codes and adjustment categories for the new substances included in the RSST. (108488)

CIS 08-910 ADR 2005-2007: Road transport of dangerous goods. (Polish: ADR 2005-2007: Transport samochodowy towarów niebezpiecznych) Zielińska S.M., Ośrodek Doradztwa i Doskonalenia Kadr Sp. z o.o., ul. Obrońców Westerplatte 32a, 80-317 Gdańsk Oliwa, Poland, 2005. 494p. Illus., ISBN 83-7426-209-5 (In Polish)

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Guide to the European Agreement concerning the international carriage of dangerous goods by road (ADR) effective 1 January 2005 (see CIS 05-2). Contents: classification of dangerous goods; requirements relating to transport documentation; equipment and marking of vehicles; packaging and labelling; responsibilities of the parties involved; technical specifications of the vehicles for carrying dangerous goods; rules for the exemption from ADR regulations; responsibilities and scope of activity of safety advisers; procedures in the event of an incident; regulations. (108509)

CIS 08-911 Safety and health in the use of agrochemicals: A guide. (Kirghiz: Agrohimikattardy koldonuudagy ėmgektin koopsuzdugu žana gigienasy: koldonmo) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2006. 81p. Illus. 34 ref. (ar); 101p. Illus. 34 ref. (ky). (In Arabic, Kirghiz)

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Arabic and Kirghiz translations of a the training manual analysed under CIS 91-792. Contents: 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. (108459)

CIS 08-912 Evaluation of carbon monoxide production and propagation following urban blasting work. (French: Evaluation de la production et de la propagation du monoxyde de carbone suite à des travaux de dynamitage en milieu urbain) Martel R., Comeau G., Trépanier L., Parent G., Lévesque B., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. xi, 129p. Illus. 19 ref. + CD-ROM. Price: CAD 12.60. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-243-6 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-551.pdf

Explosives used for some types of civil engineering work can generate significant carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations, which may spread through rock fissures to confined spaces such as sewers and manholes, or basements of buildings. This study was undertaken to define the precautionary measures to be adopted before carrying out blasting work, in order to prevent hazardous situations for workers as well as for neighbouring residents. A network of CO detectors was placed at and around the experimental blasting site, as well as in neighbouring buildings. Various recommendations are proposed for improving blasting practices in order to minimize CO emissions at these sites and in their vicinity. (108467)

CIS 08-913 Guideline for protection of occupational hazards in the use of synthetic vitreous fibre insulation wools. (Chinese: Shiyong renzao kuangwu xianwei juere mian zhiye bingweihai fanghu guicheng) People's Medical Publishing House, Bldg 3, 3rd District, Fangqunyuan, Fangzhuang, Beijing 100078, P.R.China, 2007. 12p. (In Chinese)

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Guidelines for the prevention of occupational hazards in the use of synthetic vitreous fibre insulation wools, (108434)

CIS 08-914 Guide to the adjustment of permissible exposure values (PEVs) for nonusual work schedules. (French: Guide d'ajustement des valeurs d'exposition admissibles (VEA) pour les horaires de travail non conventionnels) Drolet D., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 3rd ed., 2008. v, 17p. Illus. 14 ref. Price: CAD 6.30. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-221-4 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/T-21.pdf

Because of recent changes to the Regulations concerning occupational safety and health in Quebec (Règlement sur la santé et la sécurité du travail - RSST, see 02-1506), the IRSST had to update the Guide for the adjustment of permissible exposure values for unusual work schedules, as well as the computer-based tool allowing its application. This technical guide includes recent toxicological knowledge on the substances concerned by the regulatory changes and allows to determine the pathology codes and adjustment categories for the new substances included in the RSST. Replaces 04-658. (108470)

CIS 08-915 Occupational cancer - Prevention and control. (Arabic: Al-saratān al-mihanī: Al-wiqāya wa al-saytara) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2006. xiv, 172p. Bibl.ref. (In Arabic)

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Arabic translation of the ILO publication abstracted as CIS 89-1319. Main chapter headings: problems related to the establishment of occupational standards for carcinogens; classification of carcinogens for the purpose of legislation; preventive measures; exposure monitoring; personnel administration; medical supervision; registers and recording. Appendices: lists of carcinogenic agents and industrial processes according to IARC criteria and national legislation in various countries; texts of ILO Convention No. 139 and Recommendation No.147; ILO activities and publications. (108336)

CIS 08-916 Toxicological ATSDR ToxProfiles 2007^TM including ToxFAQs^TM and Public Health Statements. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), MS E-29, Atlanta GA 30333, USA, 2007. 2 CD-ROMs containing files in PDF format. (In English)

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The toxicological profiles published by Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry's (ATSDR) succinctly characterize the toxicological and adverse health effect information for specific hazardous substances. The CD-ROMs contain 165 toxicological profiles, 13 interaction profiles and a guidance manual for the assessment of joint toxic action of chemical mixtures, together with 184 fact sheets (ToxFAQs) and 166 Public Health Statements in English and Spanish on chemical substances addressing the most frequently asked questions. Search features are included (searching by CAS number, synonym, target organ, cancer classification, and chemical classification). The 2004 version was abstracted as CIS 04-261. (108343)

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CIS 08-917 Major accident hazards in Poland: Current status. (Polish: Zagrożenia poważnymi awariami w Polsce - stan aktualny) Michalik J.S., Bezpieczeństwo pracy, May 2007, No.5 (428), p.14-18. Illus. 9 ref. (In Polish)

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The quantitative definition of major accidents according to Polish regulations is presented and discussed. Data on major accidents having occurred in Poland in 2005, based on the official report of the Chief Inspector of Environmental Protection, are presented, together with brief descriptions of ten selected major accidents. According to European Commission data, Poland ranks at the top of all EU Member States in terms of major accident hazards. (108264)

CIS 08-918 Experience gained during the operation of underground gas storage facilities - Problems and their solutions. (Polish: Doświadczenia z dotychczasowej pracy podziemnych magazynów gazu - problemy i sposoby ich rozwiązywania) Hoszowski A., Pojnar M., WUG Bezpieczeństwo Pracy i Ochrona Środowiska w Górnictwie, 2007, No.5 (153), p.14-19. Illus. 4 ref. (In Polish)

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The experience gained over a 27-year period during the operation of underground gas storage facilities in various localities in South-Eastern Poland (Husów, Swarzów, Strachocina and Brzeźnica) is presented. The limitations resulting from the conditions of the bed and those of technical nature are discussed, together with problems occurring during the operation of the storage facilities and the methods used to solve them. (108263)

CIS 08-919 Specification of a mathematical model of a water reactive pool based upon REACTPOOL. Tickle G., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 40p. Illus. 18 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr457.pdf

REACTPOOL is a mathematical model for describing the spreading and vaporization of liquid pools resulting from accidental spillages of water reactive chemicals. The work presented in this report concerns reviewing the published REACTPOOL reports and deriving a revised mathematical model. During the course of the review, a number of mainly minor omissions have been identified and noted. Areas where the modelling might be improved have also been suggested. Based upon the review findings, an improved model is specified. (108295)

CIS 08-920 The development of a 'female' form manikin as part of a test facility to assess the fire protection afforded by personal protective equipment. Eaton P., Healey M., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 44p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr475.pdf

The concept of using heat sensing mannequins to assess the protection against flashover fires provided by clothing is increasingly recognized. However, the United Kingdom Fire Service was concerned that because the test facilities only used a "male" form of mannequin, it was not possible to assess clothing for female firefighters. The aim of this project was to develop and commission a "female" form fire test mannequin, the intention being that this facility would feature mannequins of both sexes, enabling a direct comparison of the performance of heat and flame protective clothing intended for male and female personnel. (108310)

CIS 08-921 Elastomeric seals for rapid gas decompression applications in high-pressure services. Ho E., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 63p. Illus. 19 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr485.pdf

Seal damage and gas leaks caused by rapid gas decompression have been reported in many types of equipment in the oil and gas industry. These failures have had costly financial, safety and environmental implications for the operators and equipment suppliers. The aim of this report is to provide designers, engineers and plant managers with a systematic approach for the prevention of decompression damage in elastomeric seals, to provide advice on the selection of equipment and materials; advise the oil and gas industry on methods and procedures available to protect against decompression damage, to make production engineers aware of operating scenarios where damage may have occurred even though its effects are hidden, and finally to raise awareness of rapid gas decompression in the industry in general. (108413)

CIS 08-922 Model-based analysis of an arc protection and an emergency cooling system - MODSAFE 2007 work report. Valkonen J., Pettersson V., Björkman K., Holmberg J.E., Koskimies M., Heljanko K., Niemelä I., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, VTT Information Service, P.O.Box 2000, 02044 VTT, Finland, 2008. 54p. Illus. 3 ref., ISBN 978-951-38-7154-3 (In English)

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http://www.vtt.fi/inf/pdf/workingpapers/2008/W93.pdf

This report describes model-checking techniques applied to an arc protection system and to an emergency nuclear reactor cooling system. Model checking tools consist typically of a modelling language for modelling the system to be verified, a specification language (or temporal logic) for expressing the properties to be verified and a set of analysis tools to check that the system satisfies the given properties. Using a state-of-the-art open source model checking system, it was possible to adequately model both systems, to formulate required safety properties in the specification language and to perform a full verification of the properties. This work shows that current model checking techniques are applicable in the analysis of safety instrumentation and control systems in nuclear power plants. (108279)

CIS 08-923 Use of 3D seismic data as a substitute for high-resolution seismic surveys for site investigation. Bulat J., Long D., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 28p. Illus. 30 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr459.pdf

3D seismic data are routinely used in deep-water exploration areas for site investigation work as well as for basic production prospect evaluation, as this helps to reduce costs. This report presents the critical parameters that influence the suitability of 3D surveys for site investigation work. Published guidelines and industry practice suggest that where 3D surveys specifically target the seabed and near-seabed sections, a vertical resolution of 6m and finer are possible in water depths greater than 500m. This is comparable to a conventional site survey vertical resolution of 4-5m. However, 3D surveys where the seabed is not a target possess significantly lower vertical resolutions and are not fit as a substitute for site surveys. (108297)

CIS 08-924 Structural strengthening of offshore topsides structures as part of explosion risk reduction methods. Hamdan F., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 145p. Illus. 93 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr489.pdf

Reassessment of offshore structures are often necessary for a variety of reasons: many existing offshore structures are being used well beyond their original design life, which necessitates the assessment of state of the structure in case of any deterioration; continuous advances being made in the field of safety of offshore structures against the risks of fires and explosions, which necessitates the re- assessment of the structure taking into account new data related to gas and explosion loading and response models; HSE requires the duty holder to carry out an assessment to demonstrate that risks have been reduced to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP). This report deals with the re-assessment and strengthening methods for blast walls, decks and floors of offshore structures. (108433)

CIS 08-925 Development and validation of FDS+Evac for evacuation simulations. Hostikka S., Korhonen T., Paloposki T., Rinne T., Matikainen K., Heliövaara S., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, VTT Information Service, P.O.Box 2000, 02044 VTT, Finland, 2007. 64p. Illus. 38 ref., ISBN 978-951-38-6981-6 (h/c), ISBN 978-951-38-6982-3 (PDF) (In English)

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http://www.vtt.fi/inf/pdf/tiedotteet/2007/T2421.pdf

This report describes the development and validation of a new evacuation simulation tool. It can be used to simulate large and high density crowds. It takes into account physical factors such as movement dynamics and crowd pressure, as well as sociological and psychological aspects such as the importance of familiar premises or the presence of known persons. The tool was tested in practical evacuation exercises, including at a large shopping centre, using video cameras and radio-frequency identification systems. The results appear promising. (108277)

CIS 08-926 Hazard alert: Combustible dust explosions. Publications U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20210, USA, Mar. 2008. 2p. Illus. 8 ref. (In English)

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http://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/data_General_Facts/OSHAcombustibledust.pdf

Combustible dusts are fine particles that present an explosion hazard when dispersed in air in certain conditions. A dust explosion can be catastrophic and cause employee deaths, injuries, and destruction of entire buildings. In many combustible dust accidents, employers and employees are unaware that a hazard exists. Contents of this safety information sheet on dust explosions: how dust explosions occur; catastrophic secondary explosions; industries at risk; dust control recommendations; ignition control recommendations; injury and damage control methods; OSHA regulations; sources of additional information. (108380)

CIS 08-927 What each employee should know about fire protection. (Polish: Co każdy pracownik o ochronie przeciwpożarowej wiedzieć powinien) Dołęgowski B., Janczała S., Ośrodek Doradztwa i Doskonalenia Kadr Sp. z o.o., ul. Obrońców Westerplatte 32a, 80-317 Gdańsk Oliwa, Poland, 2004. 40p. Illus. Price: PLZ 25.00., ISBN 83-7187-142-2 (In Polish)

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Contents of this booklet summarizing the basic rules of fire protection aimed at employees: methods of eliminating and limiting fire hazards; how to use basic extinguishing equipment; binding legal acts in Poland; safety signs; fire protection instructions. (108502)

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CIS 08-928 Guidelines on electrical safety at workplaces. Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment, Occupational Safety and Health Inspectorate, Level 1-9, Victoria House, Corner St Louis & Barracks Streets, Port-Louis, Mauritius, [ca 2005]. 11p. (In English)

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Contents of these guidelines on electrical safety at workplaces: general requirements; conductors; installations; insulating, protective and switching devices; plugs and socket outlets; electric motors; portable apparatus; terminations and joints; switchboards; personal protection; substations; (108340)

CIS 08-929 Preventing worker deaths and injuries from contacting overhead power lines with metal ladders. Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-2001, USA, Sep. 2007. 4p. Illus. 5 ref. (In English)

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http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2007-155/pdfs/2007-155.pdf

This leaflet presents recommendations to prevent injuries and deaths from electrocution while working with metal ladders around energized, overhead power lines. Contents: description of exposure; measures and precautions to be taken by employers, workers, contractors and ladder manufacturers; short descriptions of two fatal accidents among painters. (108456)

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CIS 08-930 Developing and hearing - Managing an effective conservation program. Bessette R.S., Occupational Hazards, Feb. 2008, Vol.70, No.2, p.28-31. Illus. (In English)

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By implementing the five main components of an OSHA-approved hearing conservation program and examining recent hearing protector attenuation research, employers can make their hearing conservation program more effective. OSHA's first proposed line of defence against hazardous noise levels involves engineering and administrative controls on equipment or manufacturing processes. If these fail to achieve eight-hour time-weighted averages of 85dB(A) or lower, the Occupational Noise Exposure Standard and Hearing Conservation Amendment (29 CFR 1910.95) outlines a rigorous programme described in this article, involving monitoring, audiometric testing, training; hearing protection and record-keeping. (108314)

CIS 08-931 Standardization aspects of thermal comfort in office areas. (Polish: Komfort termiczny w pomieszczeniach biurowych w aspekcie norm) Chojnacka A., Sudoł-Szopińska I., Bezpieczeństwo pracy, June 2007, No.6 (429), p.16-19. 11 ref. (In Polish)

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It is known that providing thermal comfort to employees by means of adjustment and control of the relevant environmental parameters results in a decrease in the number of errors and accidents, and an increase in productivity and quality of products and services. According to a report published by the European Agency for the Safety and Health at Work, thermal discomfort is an important physical risk factor in the work environment. The possibilities of analysing the thermal comfort in the work environment according to various Polish and European standards are discussed, together with the design of buildings while taking into account thermal comfort criteria. (108265)

CIS 08-932 Occupational exposure to cold. (French: L'exposition professionnelle au froid) Labbé F., Santé et Sécurité au Travail Actualités, Nov.-Dec. 2007, No.105. p.5-6, 12. (In French)

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Each year, the exposure of workers to cold work environments causes numerous occupational accidents across many sectors of activity. Many could have been avoided by implementing suitable preventive measures. This article summarizes the legal responsibilities of employers with respect to hazard evaluation and preventive measures for work in cold environments. It also explains the hazards of exposure to cold and how to evaluate thermal strain, the energy consumed by workers and the insulating properties of protective clothing supplied to workers. (108361)

CIS 08-933 External radiation exposure and mortality in a cohort of French nuclear workers. Telle-Lamberton M., Samson E., Caër S., Bergot D., Bard D., Bermann F., Gélas J.M., Giraud J.M., Hubert P., Metz-Flamant C., Néron M.O., Quesne B., Tirmache M., Hill C., Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Oct. 2007, Vol.64, No.10, p.694-700. Illus. 31 ref. (In English)

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The objective of this study was to analyse the effect of external radiation exposure on the mortality of French nuclear workers. A cohort of 29,204 workers employed between 1950 and 1994 at the French Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) or at the General Company of Nuclear Fuel (Areva) was followed up for an average of 17.8 years. Standardized mortality ratios were computed with reference to French mortality rates. Dose-effect relationships were analysed through trend tests and Poisson regression, with linear and log-linear models. A healthy worker effect was observed, the number of deaths in the cohort being 59% of the number expected from national mortality statistics. Among the 21 main cancer sites studied, a statistically significant excess was observed only for skin melanoma, while an excess of borderline statistical significance was observed for multiple myeloma. A dose-effect relationship was observed for leukaemia after exclusion of chronic lymphoid leukaemia. Other findings are discussed. (108443)

CIS 08-934 Development and pilot test of hearing conservation training for construction workers. Neitzel R., Meischke H., Daniell W., Trabeau M., Somers S., Seixas N.S., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Feb. 2008, Vol.51, No.2, p.120-129. Illus. 36 ref. (In English)

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Hearing conservation efforts in construction frequently rely on use of hearing protection devices (HPDs): however, training on HPDs is often not provided, and usage rates remain low. In this study, a hearing conservation training program was developed and tested. Programme contents and delivery methods were selected to optimize the effectiveness and flexibility of the training. Evaluation measures selected to assess training-related changes in self-reported HPD use included noise dosimetry and a survey concerning workers beliefs and attitudes towards HPDs and their use. The training program was tested on a construction site. Complete assessment data were available for 23 workers. The percent of time when hearing protection was used during noise levels above 85dB(A) nearly doubled post-training. (108289)

CIS 08-935 A comparison of "train-the-trainer" and expert training modalities for hearing protection use in construction. Trabeau M., Neitzel R., Meischke H., Daniell W.E., Seixas N.S., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Feb. 2008, Vol.51, No.2, p.130-137. 13 ref. (In English)

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This study compared the effectiveness of noise induced hearing loss prevention training programmes delivered using "Train-the-Trainer" and expert trainer modalities. Participating construction companies were assigned to one of the two modalities. The effectiveness of the modalities was assessed through the use of surveys. The accuracy of self-reported hearing protection device use was also evaluated through on-site observation. Post-training scores for hearing conservation knowledge, perceived barriers, and current and intended future use of hearing protection devices improved significantly for both training modalities. The effectiveness of the training was not found to be dependent on training modality. Other findings are discussed. (108290)

CIS 08-936 Organization of construction sites - Noise-related hazards. (French: Organisation du chantier - Les risques liés au bruit) Prévention BTP, Feb. 2008, No.104, p.28-29. Illus. (In French)

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Noise is a hazard to health of operators. French regulations require that noise be limited to protect both the environment and exposed workers. This article gives an overview of the main aspects of the prevention of noise-related hazards on construction sites. Topics addressed: building design; foundation and primary structure construction; preparation of the construction to avoid noisy work later (making provision for secondary equipment when laying concrete reinforcement); earthmoving equipment; communications on the construction site; hearing protection equipment; noise scale. (108490)

CIS 08-937 Automobile repair industry - Characterization of the noise and vibration emitted by hand-held tools. (French: Industrie de la réparation automobile - Caractérisation du bruit et des vibrations émis par les outils portatifs) Marcotte P., Oddo R., Boutin J., Boilley R., Nélisse H., Boileau P.E., Drouin P., Sirard C., Daigle R., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. x, 97p. Illus. 16 ref. + CD-ROM. Price: CAD 10.50. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-247-4 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-554.pdf

Workers in the automobile and heavy vehicle repair sector are exposed to high noise levels and to the vibration of their hand-held pneumatic tools, which can cause occupational deafness and hand-arm vibration syndrome. Although the vibration and sound emissions of these tools can be determined in the laboratory, they do not represent the exposure levels in actual work situations because the processes used do not take into account the noise and vibration produced by contact of the tool with the part being worked on. The objective of this study was to develop laboratory methods for characterizing the noise and vibration of the most common tools used in the automobile repair shops and to define means of reducing them. A questionnaire was addressed to 40 automobile mechanics, working with five types of hand tools; they were also interviewed. The tools were also evaluated with respect to their noise and vibration emissions in a laboratory test bench. Findings are discussed, and various recommendations are proposed, involving the selection and maintenance of the tools, the use of hearing protectors and adopting proper work postures. (108468)

CIS 08-938 Review of the level of accuracy required and means of demonstrating that accuracy for approval of dosimetry services by the Health and Safety Executive. Bartlett D.T., Etherington G., Smith J.R.H., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 73p. Illus. 99 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr477.pdf

This report considers methods of assessing the accuracy and reliability of dosimetry systems, the current HSE process of dosimetry service approval and possible improvements and alternative approaches, for both external and internal dosimetry. The adequacy of a service to comply with the Requirements for the Approval of Dosimetry Services (RADS) Regulations is largely determined by the assessment every five years of the dosimetry services management, laboratory and quality assurance procedures and the performance characteristics of the dosimeter or dosimetry method used. For some types of dosimetry, HSE requires that services undertake performance tests prior to initial application for approval and periodically thereafter, currently every 18 months. The performance tests are designed to assess the performance of the service by analysing the response of dosimeters to samples of known irradiated levels. (108287)

CIS 08-939 Radiation protection and NORM residue management in the zircon and zirconia industries. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Wagramerstrasse 5, P.O. Box 100, 1400 Wien, Austria, 2007. 149p. Illus. 133 ref. Price: EUR 36.00. Downloadable version free of charge., ISBN 92-0-100607-1 (In English)

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http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/publications/PDF/Pub1289_Web.pdf

Zircon is used for the manufacture of zirconia (zirconium dioxide), zirconium chemicals and zirconium. The geological processes that formed zircon led to the incorporation of radionuclides of natural origin into the crystal structure. The presence of these radionuclides requires controlling exposures of workers and members of the public. This report provides detailed information on the major industrial applications of zircon and zirconia, the processes involved, the management of radioactive waste material arising from such processes, the radiological characteristics of these materials, exposure pathways to workers and members of the public, exposure levels and annual effective doses, together with examples of good practice with respect to radiation monitoring techniques and practical measures to reduce doses. (108321)

CIS 08-940 Ambient factors in the workplace. (Arabic: Al-a⁾awamal al-muhīta fī makān al-a⁾amal) ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, 2006. xviii, 131p. 33 ref. (In Arabic)

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http://www.ilo.org/public/libdoc/ilo/2001/101B09_193_arab.pdf

Arabic translation of the ILO code of practice abstracted as CIS 01-1814. It provides recommendations and guidelines for assessing, eliminating and controlling hazardous ambient factors in the workplace. It provides guidance on the roles and obligations of competent authorities and the responsibilities, duties and rights of employers, workers and all other parties involved to prevent illness and injury among workers. It reviews the various aspects of prevention and control of each ambient factor (hazardous substances, ionizing radiation, electric and magnetic fields, optical radiation, heat and cold, noise, vibration) and provides guidance on hazard assessment and prevention, surveillance of workers' health and workers' information and training. (108335)

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CIS 08-941 Safe workplace traffic. (French: Circuler au travail en toute sécurité) Objectif prévention, Dec. 2007, No.447, p.8-9. Illus. (In French)

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It is estimated that in-plant transport is the cause of 10% of all occupational accidents and close to one third of fatal accidents. This article reviews useful guidelines for avoiding these types of accidents. Contents: passageways and driveways; pedestrians; manual handling of goods; hand lift trucks; forklift trucks. (108480)

CIS 08-942 Occupational injuries. Nishtar S., He Y S., Liang Y., Nguyen T.H.T., Luong M.A., Bindra M.K., Rinehart R.D., Ismadi M., Hoong T.T.Z., Lehtinen S., Kortum E., Asian-Pacific Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, Apr. 2008, Vol.15, No.1, p.1-23 (whole issue). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English)

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http://www.ttl.fi/NR/rdonlyres/CBA99C22-B968-4627-B2B2-E6CA0BF9501B/0/Asian_paci…
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Collection of articles on occupational injuries of relevance to countries in the Asian-Pacific region. Contents: work-related hand injuries in China; occupational injuries and prevention activities in Vietnam; preventing occupational injuries in the construction sector in India; programme for the prevention of occupational fatalities in Singapore. Other topics: basic occupational health services in India; presentation of a booklet aimed at raising awareness of stress at work in developing countries. (108447)

CIS 08-943 Falls from vehicles: An underestimated problem. (French: Chutes depuis un véhicule: un problème sous-estimé) Objectif prévention, Dec. 2007, No.447, p.1-3. Illus. (In French)

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Vehicles at rest involve a risk of falls from heights whenever drivers are required to climb, descend, load or unload. This article addresses the risk factors of falls from vehicles, responsibilities of employers and the precautions to be taken for avoiding these types of accident. (108479)

CIS 08-944 Getting a grip on hand and arm safety: Hands are one of our most valuable, and vulnerable, tools when it comes to performing our jobs. Torres K., Occupational Hazards, Mar. 2008, No.31, p.37-40. Illus. (In English)

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Each year in the United States, more than 274,000 hand, finger and wrist occur at work. If the injury is severe enough that workers lose function or worse yet, lose a limb, their future employment could be at risk. Hand and arm injuries can be avoided. Following established safety guidelines and using protective guards, shields, gloves and other personal protective devices as needed not only can save a worker's hands from injury, but can save workers a lot of emotional frustration and their employers unnecessary disability claims. This article on hand and arm injuries discusses the types of injury (traumatic, contact and repetitive or musculoskeletal) and the corresponding preventive measures (safeguards, lockout procedures, industrial hygiene measures, ergonomics and personal protective equipment). (108405)

CIS 08-945 How to create an ANSI Z359.2-compliant fall protection plan. Damro N., Occupational Hazards, Apr. 2008, p.33, 39-40. Illus. (In English)

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All enterprises with personnel who work at heights must have a written fall protection plan to be in compliance with the new ANSI Z359.2 standard "Minimum Requirements for a Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Program". A well- written and implemented plan not only reduces worker risk and saves lives, it stands as evidence that an employer is making every effort to comply with regulations. It can help prevent the economic consequences of an incident, including fines, liability and increased insurance costs. This article describes a seven-step fall protection plan development guide to assist companies in creating a comprehensive plan. The steps are as follows: develop a policy and define the scope of the programme; identify fall hazards through a well developed hazard analysis of the work area; determine appropriate methods of protection; conduct training to ensure effective employee understanding of fall hazards and precautions; perform inspection and maintenance of fall arrest equipment; administer and audit the programme for compliance and continuous improvement; develop a specific fall protection work plan for each construction or work site. (108436)

CIS 08-946 Evaluating the stability requirements for mounting and dismounting from the top of leaning ladders. Clift L., Harris D., Beasty W., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 103p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr478.pdf

This report defines reasonable ladder use and quantifies the demands placed on ladders used to access platforms and surfaces. This method is commonly used in window cleaning or roofing and places unique challenges to the stability of the ladder. The work described in this report quantifies the needs of the user and presents a means of both modelling the stability provided by a given ladder and undertaking a workshop test. It provides a reliable means for determining safe equipment for use in the field as well as assisting in the development of new and improved access devices. (108288)

CIS 08-947 Fork lift truck validation and trials. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. 60p. Illus. 3 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr456.pdf

This report describes a parameterized model of a forklift truck. The model can be used to simulate a forklift truck performing steering manoeuvres at various speeds. The model inputs are the speed of the truck and the steering angle of the wheels of the truck. From these inputs the simulation can be used to show whether a truck would be stable throughout a manoeuvre or whether the truck would rollover. The model was validated for several types of trucks, equipped with four types of tyres at two operating speeds. (108294)

CIS 08-948 A literature review of the effects of environment microclimatic conditions on the slip potential for flooring. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 31p. 84 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr471.pdf

This study examined the influence of microclimate within work premises on the slip potential resulting from condensation. It was carried out in the form of a literature survey considering the following environmental parameters: internal air temperature, floor surface temperature, relative humidity, ventilation and air movement. Other environmental factors that impact on the risk of slips and trips such as lighting and noise were also considered in less detail. The review provides information on how building services can impact on the above environmental parameters and what strategies are applicable in order to minimise slip potential. (108307)

CIS 08-949 Lift truck safety: Study on safety belt effectiveness. (French: Sécurité des chariots élévateurs: étude de l'efficacité de la ceinture de sécurité) Bourret P.E., Martel S., Koutchouc M., Roux M.A., Gou M., Aubin C.E., Rancourt D., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. vii, 127p. Illus. Bibl.ref. + CD-ROM. Price: CAD 12.60. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-215-3 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-541.pdf

This report summarizes the research work carried out since the early 1990s on the effectiveness of wearing a safety belt and other devices as protection for forklift truck operators in the event of a rollover. It describes the collaborative work carried among various institutions in Canada and France to determine the contribution to safety of various devices, including safety gates, armrests and seats with wings, combined or not with a pelvic safety belt. It turns out that the wearing of a safety belt alone or the presence of a full door, combined with a head protection system, is a good means of protection against most injuries that can result from the lateral rollover of forklift trucks. Research results refute the common belief that the wearing of a safety belt significantly increases the impact velocity of the body or the head on the ground. They also demonstrate that actions prescribed by the manufacturers, namely having both hands firmly on the steering wheel and bracing the feet against the cabin floor, contribute to safety, but do not ensure effective protection against serious injuries. It is recommended that the wearing of pelvic safety equipment be regulated and that the studies already begun on the modeling and dynamic testing of lift truck rollover be continued in order to evaluate the effectiveness of additional safety devices proposed for protecting forklift truck operators in the event of rollovers. (108462)

CIS 08-950 Nonlinear potential flow forcing: The ringing of concrete gravity based structures - A summary report. Tromans P., Swan C., Masterton S., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 109p. Illus. 43 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr468.pdf

This report represents the research work carried out on the nonlinear potential flow loads acting on single and multiple column structures. It involved both theoretical modelling and experimental observations. The key findings are that both single and multiple column structures may be subjected to unexpected high-frequency forces. These are entirely dependent upon conditions at the water surface, and are associated with the unexpected scattering of high-frequency waves that cannot be predicted by existing diffraction solutions. Other findings are discussed. (108304)

CIS 08-951 Review of issues associated with the stability of semi-submersibles. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 83p. Illus. 92 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr473.pdf

This study was undertaken to compare stability standards specified for intact and damaged semi-submersible units. It involved reviewing relevant published literature, HSE and United Kingdom Department of Energy reports, past incidents involving loss of stability of semi-submersibles and issues associated with alternative uses of semi-submersible units. A key recommendation resulting from this study is that the HSE should investigate further the practicality of reconciling traditional prescriptive stability standards with a risk-based approach. (108308)

CIS 08-952 The risk to third parties from bored tunnelling in soft ground. Lance G.A., Anderson J.M., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 67p. Illus. 72 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr453.pdf

This study has looked at the hazards that are associated with soft ground tunnelling in urban areas. It considered all the types of construction methods currently used. Data on tunnel incidents has been taken from the published literature as well as from data compiled by the authors. This has been used to understand and describe the range of possible primary and underlying causes of failures. Methodologies for the mitigation of risks are examined and recommendations are made for the effective management of future urban tunnelling projects. (108292)

CIS 08-953 Avoiding structural collapses in refurbishment: A decision support system. Anumba C., Egbu C., Kashyap M., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. x, 99p. Illus. 61 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr463.pdf

This report documents the work done to develop a decision support system for preventing structural collapses on refurbishment projects. The aim of the project was to investigate the management of refurbishment projects and identify areas where decision support could help in avoiding structural collapses. It builds on the recommendations made in an earlier HSE-funded research project entitled "Health and safety in refurbishment involving demolition and structural instability" (see CIS 04-119), which focussed on identifying the key factors responsible for the high rate of accidents and safety incidents in refurbishment projects. (108301)

CIS 08-954 The commercial case for applying CDM - Case studies. Bennett L., Gilbertson A., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 73p. Illus. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr467.pdf

The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 1994 (CDM, see CIS 95-13) have placed specific statutory duties on designers. However, many designers are missing the opportunities that the regulations provide to manage the design aspects of projects effectively and deliver safety on the projects in which they are engaged. Clients frequently miss the economic benefits that are inextricably linked to effective health and safety management. On the positive side, there are examples of outstanding teamwork with innovative designs being built by highly competent contractors. This report shows some examples of the business benefits relating to early design decisions that are linked to CDM Regulations. (108303)

CIS 08-955 Occupational safety and health in the construction of buildings assembled from prefabricated elements. (German: Sicherheit und Gesundheitsschutz bei der Montage von Gebäuden aus vorgefertigten Elementen) Hamann R., Mattke U., Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin, Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Postfach 10 11 10, 27511 Bremerhaven, Germany, 2007. 181p. Illus. 11 ref. Price: EUR 26.00., ISBN 978-3-86509-648-7 (In German)

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An increasing number of buildings, particularly small-scale buildings, are being assembled from prefabricated elements. Since the elements are manufactured in factories with consistent working conditions, the risk for workers is lower than for similar work carried out on the building shell at the building site. However the remaining processes, namely transport and assembly, are recognized as accounting for an above-average share of accident incidences. In both processes, there are numerous hazards involving falls from height and falling objects. This project set out to examine preventive measures for improving workers' safety on such building sites. The majority of the weak points were identified in site preparation, on-site work and workplaces where there is a risk of falling from a height. Preventive measures aimed at improving occupational safety are proposed. (108383)

CIS 08-956 Strength of the anchor point of a fall arrest and positioning system for reinforcing steel installers. (French: Résistance du point d'ancrage d'un système d'arrêt de chute et de positionnement pour les poseurs d'acier d'armature) Lan A., Daigle R., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. vi, 30p. Illus. 20 ref. Price: CAD 7.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-241-2 (In French)

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http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-550.pdf

In some large dimension walls where protection against falls from heights poses a problem, ironworkers climb into the framing structure and need to be anchored to allow their positioning and protection against falls. Two important aspects must then be taken into consideration: the choice of harness, positioning and fall arrest equipment, and the presence of a sufficiently solid anchor point for the personal fall arrest system to the reinforcing bars. Scientists from the IRSST verified the strength of these anchors during tests performed on a reinforcement wall erected according to good rules of practice. The anchor point to the reinforcing bars appears to be sufficiently strong to arrest a person's fall. Furthermore, the ironworkers who participated in the tests confirm that they always add additional ties to the anchor points used for attaching the snap hook, which contributes to added safety. (108466)

CIS 08-957 Comparison of the Hatfield and alternative UK rails using models to assess the effect of residual stress on crack growth from rolling contact fatigue. Fletcher D.I., Kapoor A., Franklin F.J., Smith L., Hyde P., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 50p. Illus. 23 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr461.pdf

This report details modelling work conducted to develop a method for comparing various types of rail steels through the examination of the effect of decarburisation on crack initiation. The experimental input data on decarburisation was collected in an earlier project and from published literature. Also included in this report is validation work on fracture mechanics based crack growth models to predict the effect of residual stress. This validation has been conducted using newly developed fully three dimensional models. Findings are discussed. (108299)

CIS 08-958 Occupational accidents when travelling in Aragon: Analysis and hazard prevention. (Spanish: El accidente de trabajo in itinere en Aragón: análisis y prevención del riesgo) García Blasco J., Area de Ingeniería e Infraestructura de los Transportes, Universidad de Zaragoza, C/Pedro Cerbuna 12, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain, 2007. 118p. Illus. 25 ref. (In Spanish)

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Topics addressed in this report on occupational driving and commuting accidents in the Spanish province of Aragon: definitions and scope of the report; legal framework and responsibilities; accident frequency rates by month, day of the week and hour of the day, workers' age, type of employment contract, length of service, type and size of enterprise; accident prevention efforts at the European Union level and practical measures and plans adopted by Spanish regional bodies (Valencia, Catalonia, Aragon); recommendations for preventing these accidents. (108439)

CIS 08-959 PUWER 1998 - Provision and use of work equipment regulations 1998: Open learning guidance. Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2nd ed., Feb. 2008. iv, 76p. Illus. 25 ref. Price: GBP 16.50., ISBN 978-0-7176-6285-2 (In English)

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This revised edition of the guidance to the PUWER 98 Regulations (see CIS 99-1429) that deal with work equipment and machinery contains updated contact details and literature references. For each regulation, this guidance contains the key points, the full text of the regulation, a main commentary, case studies, key terms, practical tasks to help understand the scope of the regulation and adapt it to the users' environment, and self-assessment questions. It is intended to be used by labour inspectors, enforcement officers, safety and health professionals providing services to medium to large companies, training personnel and legal professionals. Replaces 00-77. (108356)

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CIS 08-960 Infectious diseases. (Russian: Bor'ba s infekcionnymi zabolevanijami) Puura-Märkälä A., Koh D., Maciejowski M., Treichel B., Nachtigall M., Karvonen O., Remizova M., Zenov S., Wilburn S., Eijkemans G., Barents - Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, 2007, Vol.10, No.2, whole issue (p.38-75). Illus. Bibl.ref. (In English, Russian)

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http://www.ttl.fi/NR/rdonlyres/E7C482BD-C809-4A54-BAD3-F3D0519BF5DC/0/BNL0207netti.pdf

Collection of articles on infectious diseases of relevance to Russia and Nordic Countries. Contents: increasing attention to health and social issues in the Barents region; infectious diseases as a challenge for public and occupational health; risk of tuberculosis; cooperation among Northern European countries in public health and social well-being; Barents HIV/AIDS protection programme for vulnerable groups; HIV/AIDS workplace education programme in Russia; protecting health workers from occupational exposure to HIV, hepatitis and other bloodborne pathogens. (108449)

CIS 08-961 Use of personal protective equipment against biological hazards by health care personnel. (Spanish: Utilización de los equipos de protección individual frente al riesgo biológico por el personal sanitario) Constans Aubert A., Alonso Espadalé R.M., Pérez Nicolás J., Medicina y seguridad del trabajo, Mar. 2008, Vol.LIV, No.210, p.35-45. Illus. 19 ref. (In Spanish)

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The aim of this questionnaire survey was to examine the degree of use of personal protective equipment against biological hazards in health care centres in Spain. The survey shows that: 87% of the centres have implemented an occupational safety and health policy; approximately 75% claim to apply a management system for personal protective equipment; a large majority supply gloves, eye protection and respirators, and have specified rules for their use; more than 90% of the centres train their personnel on the use of PPEs and inform them on the advantages and disadvantages of the various types of equipment. Other findings are discussed. (108494)

CIS 08-962 IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans - Human papillomaviruses. 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 2007. viii, 670p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Index. Price: CHF 55.00 (CHF 38.50 in developing countries). Downloadable version free of charge., ISBN 978-92-832-1290-4 (In English)

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http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Monographs/vol90/mono90.pdf

Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) are common sexually-transmitted infectious agents. Although most infections are asymptomatic and are cleared within a period of two years, genital HPV infection can lead to clinical disease, including anogenital warts, cervical neoplasia, cervical cancer and other anogenital cancers. Of the many types of HPVs, some are classified as carcinogenic to humans (Group 1), others as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A) and yet other as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). Recent data includes strong evidence of carcinogenicity at sites other than the cervix. Vaccination can reduce the incidence of HPV-related genital diseases. However, such prophylactic treatments require that such vaccines be provided women for whom access to cervical cancer screening services is problematic. Therefore, the development of vaccines that are cheaper and easier to deliver remains highly desirable. Update of the IARC Monograph No.64 on the same subject (see CIS 96-1096). (108325)

CIS 08-963 Biological factors in the workplace: Risk assessment. (Polish: Czynniki biologiczne na stanowisku pracy: Ocena ryzyka) Obuchowska A., Ośrodek Doradztwa i Doskonalenia Kadr Sp. z o.o., ul. Obrońców Westerplatte 32a, 80-317 Gdańsk Oliwa, Poland, 2007. 136p. Illus. 6 ref., ISBN 978-83-742636-7-9 (In Polish)

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This guide explains how to carry out an evaluation of biological hazards at the workplace. The procedures of hazard evaluation are described and examples of assessments at selected workplaces are included, together with the list of hazardous biological factors (sources, occurrence, modes of transmission and possible effects on human health) and Polish regulatory texts. (108506)

CIS 08-964 Saving lives, protecting jobs - Second report. ILO Publications, International Labour Office, 1211 Genève 22, Switzerland, Mar. 2008. vii, 87p. Illus. 35 ref., ISBN 978-92-2-121062-7 (In English)

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http://www.ilo.org/public/english/protection/trav/aids/publ/share08.pdf

A total of 650 workplaces in 24 countries are now involved with ILO's Strategic HIV/AIDS Responses in Enterprises (SHARE) programme, helping to inform and protect almost a million working men and women from the risks of HIV. This second report documents the work carried out in this field by ministries of labour, employers' and workers' organizations and partner enterprises. It includes a special focus on the experiences and achievements of the pioneer country projects in Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Ghana, Guyana, India and Togo. It also captures major innovations and collaborations from on-going initiatives in other countries which will help guide the SHARE programme. For the earlier report published in 2006, see CIS 07-466. (108445)

CIS 08-965 Equipment hygiene and risk assessment measures as tools in the prevention of Listeria monocytogenes-contamination in food processes. Aarnisalo K., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, VTT Information Service, P.O.Box 2000, 02044 VTT, Finland, 2007. 101p. Illus. Approx. 230 ref., ISBN 978-951-38-7069-0 (h/c), ISBN 978-951-38-7070-6 (PDF) (In English)

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http://www.vtt.fi/inf/pdf/publications/2007/P669.pdf

Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogenic bacterium frequently found in the food industry. Its efficient control requires good manufacturing and hygiene practices, effective means of decontamination, rapid detection of contamination sources and hazard evaluation procedures. This thesis focused on deficiencies in equipment hygiene and hazard evaluation practices with the aim of developing the efficient practices against L. monocytogenes. Hygiene problems in the Finnish food industry were most frequently observed with packaging machines, conveyers, dispensers, slicing machines and cooling machines. Lubricants used in food processing equipment may also act as contamination vehicles of L. monocytogenes. Commonly-used commercial disinfectants against L. monocytogenes were generally found to be efficient at the recommended concentrations and effect times. Other findings are discussed. (108275)

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CIS 08-966 A questionnaire survey of Norwegian taxi drivers' musculoskeletal health, and work-related risk factors. Raanaas R.K., Anderson D., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Mar.-Apr. 2008, Vol.38, No.3-4, p.280-290. 38 ref. (In English)

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A questionnaire survey was carried out among a sample of taxi drivers in Norway to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain and to identify the related occupational risk factors One-year musculoskeletal pain prevalence (MSP) was assessed with the Nordic Questionnaire, and work-related factors with a questionnaire designed for the purpose. Responses were obtained from 929 drivers. Results show that taxi drivers have an elevated risk of musculoskeletal problems compared to a Norwegian reference population. When workload and lifestyle factors were taken into account, risk factors for MSP were identified as driving hours per shift and per week, sleeping in the car during rest breaks, experience of violence, body mass index, unhealthy eating habits, lack of physical exercise and being employed as opposed to being self-employed. Women and non-western immigrants were also at higher risk. (108391)

CIS 08-967 Understanding work productivity and its application to work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Escorpizo R., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Mar.-Apr. 2008, Vol.38, No.3-4, p.291-297. Illus. 34 ref. (In English)

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An accurate measurement of work productivity is crucial to initiating, evaluating, and monitoring work disability management such as employee wellness and ergonomics programmes, and clinical interventions in work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). This article presents a conceptual model of work productivity within the area of paid work and within the context of work-related MSDs. A discussion is provided on the two components of work productivity, namely as perceived and observed, and between absenteeism and presenteeism as sub-components of work productivity. A list of proposed research topics for applying the model to musculoskeletal diseases is presented. (108392)

CIS 08-968 Distal lower-extremity pain and work postures in the Quebec population. Messing K., Tissot F., Stock S., American Journal of Public Health, Apr. 2008, Vol.98, No.4, p.705-713. 66 ref. (In English)

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This study explored associations between standing postures and pain in the lower extremities using data concerning 7757 workers who had been interviewed in the 1998 Quebec Health and Social Survey. Among all respondents, 9.4% reported significant ankle or foot pain, and 6.4% had lower-leg or calf pain. Significantly more women than men had pain at both sites. Both leg or calf and ankle or foot pain were strongly associated with standing postures, whole-body vibration, psychological distress, female gender, and being aged 50 years or older. Constrained standing postures were associated with increased ankle or foot pain for both men and women and with leg or calf pain for women, compared with standing with freedom to sit at will. Freedom to sit at work may prevent lower-extremity pain. (108406)

CIS 08-969 Physiological demands and working efficiency of sugarcane cutters in harvesting burnt and unburnt cane. Müller M.L., Coetsee M.F., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, Mar.-Apr. 2008, Vol.38, No.3-4, p.314-320. 24 ref. (In English)

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The primary focus of this study was to investigate the differences in energy expenditure and working efficiency of sugarcane cutters harvesting burnt and unburnt sugarcane. Measurements included heart rate and spirometry, and participants recorded their perceived exertion levels. Data for each of the 15 subjects were collected during 30min on two occasions separated by at least one day, harvesting burnt and unburnt cane. Cane cutters used significantly more kilojoules and worked at a higher percentage of their maximum aerobic capacity while cutting unburnt as opposed to burnt cane. Perceived exertion levels recorded during harvesting burnt and unburnt cane did not differ significantly. It was less cost effective to harvest unburnt cane as less cane was cut per time unit. Burnt cane required significantly more cutting strokes per minute than unburnt cane. Other findings are discussed. (108393)

CIS 08-970 Evaluation of a community-based effort to reduce blueberry harvesting injury. May J., Hawkes L., Jones A., Burdick P., Ginley B., Santiago B., Rowland M., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Apr. 2008, Vol.51, No.4, p.307-315. Illus. 14 ref. (In English)

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Harvesting of blueberries is associated with musculoskeletal injury. This study assessed the effects of several alternative designs of the harvesting rake. A total of 29 migrant worker subjects rated rakes of two widths and four handle lengths after 4h of use. Data were subjected to statistical evaluation. It was found that there was increased productivity, greater acceptability, less force and less pain with the extended handle designs. Also, wider widths were favoured. (108398)

CIS 08-971 JCQ scale reliability and responsiveness to changes in manufacturing process. d'Errico A., Punnett L., Gold J.E., Gore R., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, Feb. 2008, Vol.51, No.2, p.138-147. 53 ref. (In English)

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The job content questionnaire (JCQ) was administered to automobile manufacturing workers in two surveys, taken five years apart. Between the two interviews, the company introduced substantial changes in production technology in some production areas. The aims of this study were to describe the impact of these changes on self-reported psychosocial exposures and to examine the reliability of the JCQ scales, taking into account possible changes in job assignment. The study population included 790 subjects at the first and 519 at the second survey, of whom 387 participated in both. The introduction of more automated technology produced an overall increase in job control but did not decrease psychological demand. The reliability of the control scale was low overall but increased to an acceptable level among workers who had not changed job. The demand scale had high reliability only among workers whose physical ergonomic exposures were similar on both survey occasions. (108311)

CIS 08-972 Review of anthropometric considerations for tractor seat design. Mehta C.R., Gite L.P., Pharade S.C., Majumder J., Pandey M.M., International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, May-June 2008, Vol.38, No.5-6, p.546-554. Illus. 46 ref. (In English)

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This article reviews the existing information on the tractor seat design that considers anthropometric and biomechanical factors. The anthropometric dimensions of agricultural workers need to be taken into consideration for design of seat height, seat pan width, seat pan length, seat backrest width and seat backrest height of tractors. Based on anthropometric data of 5434 Indian male agricultural workers, the seat dimensions recommended for tractor operator's comfort were as follows: seat height of 380mm; seat pan width 420-450mm; seat backrest width 380-400mm (bottom) and 270-290mm (top): seat pan length 370±10mm, seat pan tilt of 5-7° backward and seat backrest height of 350mm. (108407)

CIS 08-973 Interventions to prevent back pain and back injury in nurses: A systematic review. Dawson A.P., McLennan S.N., Schiller S.D., Jull G.A., Hodges P.W., Stewart S., Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Oct. 2007, Vol.64, No.10, p.642-650. 54 ref. (In English)

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A systematic literature review was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of interventions that aim to prevent back pain and back injury in nurses. Overall, there was no strong evidence regarding the efficacy of such interventions. There was moderate evidence from several studies that manual handling training in itself is not effective, while multidimensional interventions are effective. There was also moderate evidence that stress management programs do not prevent back pain and limited evidence that lumbar supports are effective in preventing back injury in nurses. Evidence regarding the efficacy of exercise interventions and the provision of manual handling equipment and training was conflicting. Implications of these findings for future research needs are discussed. (108441)

CIS 08-974 Assessing the effectiveness of the manual handling assessment chart (MAC) and supporting website. Melrose A.S., Graham M.K., Graveling R.A., George J.P.K., Cowie H., Hutchison P.A., Mulholland R.E:, Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. viii, 55p. 15 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr486.pdf

This project assessed general awareness of the Manual Handling Assessment Chart (MAC) among employers, together with its use and its effectiveness as a risk assessment tool. A questionnaire was administered to a random sample of enterprises in the United Kingdom. Of 1484 participants, slightly over 20% had heard of the MAC. Telephone interviews were conducted with 43 enterprises, of which 28 indicated that they were currently using it. Fifteen had accessed the MAC via the website with seven using the web-based training. Sustained use of the MAC was found to be limited with most only using it to conduct one or two risk assessments. A small minority considered that use of the MAC had directly contributed to a reduction in ill-health or accidents. Many respondents felt that a similar risk assessment tool directed toward pushing and pulling activities would prove beneficial and its omission was cited as a current weakness with the tool. (108414)

CIS 08-975 OSKU digital human model in the participatory design approach - A new tool to improve work tasks and workplaces. Helin K., Viitaniemi J., Aromaa S., Montonen J, Evilä T., Leino S.P., Määttä T., VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, VTT Information Service, P.O.Box 2000, 02044 VTT, Finland, 2007. 40p. Illus. 37 ref., ISBN 978-951-38-6634-1 (In English)

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http://www.vtt.fi/inf/pdf/workingpapers/2007/W83.pdf

The objective of this study was to develop a new digital human model based on a participatory approach, to be used as an evaluation tool concurrently with production design for improving manual work tasks. The tool is built from an expandable database of the main human motions, together with ergonomic analyses. It was validated in the laboratory and in several industrial enterprises, where workers were asked to identify workplace and work task problems, and to suggest alternative solutions to control physical workload and to increase productivity. These postures and motions were analyzed and fed into the database. The tool is still undergoing development. (108280)

CIS 08-976 Cost benefit studies that support tackling musculoskeletal disorders. Nicholson A., Smith C., Mitchell A., Wright R., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. vi, 148p. Illus. 9 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr491.pdf

Twenty nine case studies are presented demonstrating ergonomics interventions carried out in a wide range of organizations to reduce the risks of musculoskeletal disorders. In 21 cases, the costs of the intervention and the benefits that have been gained were quantified. The ergonomic interventions took a variety of forms, from addressing the design of the task, the equipment, workstation and environment, to the organizational context in which the work is done. The interventions vary in complexity and magnitude from simple and inexpensive fixes to major projects involving quite significant capital outlay. Benefits were clear to see when a company was already incurring costs due to sub-optimal task design or workplace organization. (108417)

CIS 08-977 Ergonomics for the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders - Guidelines for shipyards. Publications U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20210, USA, Feb. 2008. 49p. Illus. 21 ref. (In English)

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http://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3341shipyard.pdf

A major component of OSHA's approach to ergonomics is the development of industry-specific and task-specific guidelines to reduce and prevent workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). These voluntary guidelines provide recommendations for shipyards to help reduce the number and severity of work-related MSDs, increase employer and employee awareness of ergonomic risk factors, eliminate unsafe work practices, alleviate muscle fatigue and increase productivity. In order to develop these guidelines, OSHA reviewed existing ergonomic practices in several shipyards, conducted site visits to observe these practices in action, and interviewed employees in shipyards. In addition, the Agency reviewed available scientific information regarding shipyard work activities that may benefit from implementing specific ergonomic solutions. (108376)

CIS 08-978 Ergonomics for the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders - Guidelines for poultry processing. Publications U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20210, USA, Sep. 2004. 23p. Illus. 13 ref. (In English)

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http://www.osha.gov/ergonomics/guidelines/poultryprocessing/poultryall-in-one.pdf

A major component of OSHA's approach to ergonomics is the development of industry-specific and task-specific guidelines to reduce and prevent workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). These voluntary guidelines were designed specifically for the poultry processing industry. They were drawn in part from earlier guidelines for meatpacking. While the two guidelines are similar, the poultry guidelines include more examples of practical ergonomic solutions and use the terms "musculoskeletal disorders" and "MSDs" instead of the earlier terminology of "cumulative trauma disorders" and "CTDs". (108377)

CIS 08-979 Ergonomics for the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders - Guidelines for grocery stores. Publications U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20210, USA, May 2004. 28p. Illus. 14 ref. (In English)

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http://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3192.pdf

A major component of OSHA's approach to ergonomics is the development of industry-specific and task-specific guidelines to reduce and prevent workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). These voluntary guidelines are tools to assist employers in recognizing and controlling ergonomics-related risk factors. They are intended for retail grocery stores, supermarkets, discount merchandisers and warehouse retail establishments. These guidelines provide retailers with effective approaches, as well as useful references to be used when determining the need for ergonomic solutions. They can be adapted to the needs and resources of each individual store. (108378)

CIS 08-980 Ergonomics for the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders - Guidelines for nursing homes. Publications U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue, Washington, D.C. 20210, USA, Mar. 2003. 37p. Illus. 10 ref. (In English)

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http://www.osha.gov/ergonomics/guidelines/nursinghome/final_nh_guidelines.pdf

A major component of OSHA's approach to ergonomics is the development of industry-specific and task-specific guidelines to reduce and prevent workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). These voluntary guidelines for nursing homes are tools to assist employers in recognizing and controlling ergonomics-related risk factors. It is recommended that the manual lifting of residents be minimized in all cases and eliminated when feasible, and that employers implement an effective ergonomics process that provides management support, involves employees, identifies problems, implements solutions, addresses reports of injuries, provides training and evaluates the programme. (108379)

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CIS 08-981 Twenty-four-hour shift work, depressive symptoms, and job dissatisfaction among Japanese firefighters. Saijo Y., Ueno T., Hashimoto Y., American Journal of Industrial Medicine, May 2008, Vol.51, No.5, p.380-391. 53 ref. (In English)

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The purpose of this study was to clarify the relationships between specific workload items and job stress among firefighters engaged in 24h shift work. The subjects were 1301 firefighters who answered a questionnaire covering age, gender, job type, job class, marital status, smoking and drinking habits, number of attendances, turnout time, extra work hours, CES-D depression scale and questions from the NIOSH generic job-stress questionnaire. Data were subjected to statistical evaluation. It was found that workload, workload variance, conflicts, social support from a supervisor, role conflict and ambiguity, and self-esteem were significantly related to depressive symptoms and/or job dissatisfaction among Japanese firefighters. Moreover, inadequate nap-time may affect their mental health. Other findings are discussed. (108400)

CIS 08-982 Voluntary or involuntary? Control over overtime and rewards for overtime in relation to fatigue and work satisfaction. Beckers D.G.J., van der Linden D., Smulders P.G.W., Kompier M.A.J., Taris T.W., Geurts S.E.A., Work and Stress, Jan.-Mar. 2008, Vol.22, No.1, p.33-50. Illus. 47 ref. (In English)

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This study aimed to examine whether the relationship between overtime and well-being is influenced by the voluntary vs. involuntary (i.e. compulsory) nature of overtime work and by the presence or absence of rewards for overtime. It also explored the prevalence of these types of overtime and how they were related to work and personal characteristics. A survey was conducted among a representative sample of 1612 full-time employees in the Netherlands. Variance analysis was used to compare rewarded and unrewarded, voluntary and involuntary overtime workers on personal and work characteristics, fatigue and work satisfaction. Findings are discussed. It is concluded that control over overtime and rewards for overtime are important for well-being. Moderate overtime work may not be a problem if it is done voluntarily. Moreover, the negative effects of compulsory overtime work may be partly offset by fair compensation. (108402)

CIS 08-983 Discrimination in labour law. (Polish: Dyskryminacja w prawie pracy) Naumann E., Monitor Prawa Pracy, June 2007, No.6, p.286-289. (In Polish)

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This article comments European Union regulations and the provisions of Polish legislation regarding labour discrimination. It defines and explains direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment, victimization and forcing employees to exhibit discriminating behaviour towards a colleague. (108261)

CIS 08-984 Positive and negative work-family interaction and burnout: A longitudinal study of reciprocal relations. Innstrand S.T., Langballe E.M., Espnes G.A., Falkum E., Aasland O.G., Work and Stress, Jan.-Mar. 2008, Vol.22, No.1, p.1-15. Illus. 64 ref. (In English)

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This study examined the relationship between work-family interaction in terms of the direction of influence (work-to-family vs. family-to-work) and type of effect (conflict vs. facilitation) and burnout. A sample of 2235 respondents from eight different occupational groups (lawyers, bus drivers, information technology workers, physicians, teachers, church ministers, advertising agency professional and nurses) supplied data at two points in time with a 2-year time interval. Structural equation modeling analyses revealed evidence for normal, reverse and reciprocal relationships. Other findings are discussed. (108401)

CIS 08-985 Organizational change, health, and sick leave among health care employees: A longitudinal study measuring stress markers, individual, and work site factors. Hansson A.S., Vingård E., Arnetz B.B., Anderzén I., Work and Stress, Jan.-Mar. 2008, Vol.22, No.1, p.69-80. 35 ref. (In English)

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This study was conducted to investigate the effects of organizational changes in health care services on employees' self-reported health, work satisfaction, work-related exhaustion, stress and sick leave. The initial population consisted of 226 Swedish workers engaged in the care of older people, reduced to 198 one year later. They were divided between a study group affected by organizational changes and a reference group not affected by them. Self-rated health, work satisfaction, work-related exhaustion and hormones associated with stress were analyzed using a two-factor variance analysis design. Findings showed no significant differences in self-rated health, work satisfaction and work-related exhaustion. However, significant changes were found across time and between groups for the recovery hormone DHEA-S. Other findings are discussed. The study highlights the importance of considering the impact of organizational change on employee well-being from a number of perspectives, such as self-reported health parameters, registered sick-leave data and biological stress markers. (108403)

CIS 08-986 Alcohol in the enterprise. (French: L'alcool dans l'entreprise) Cahier Pratique Tissot - Guide de la santé, sécurité au travail, Feb. 2008, No.107, p.5-6. Illus. (In French)

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French labour laws restrict the consumption of alcohol at work and prohibit the presence of intoxicated workers at the place of work. When these rules are not followed, employers may be fined. However, employers do have the means of controlling and punishing employees under the influence of alcohol at work, which are discussed in this article. (108481)

CIS 08-987 Investigation of the links between psychological ill-health, stress and safety. Amati C.A., Scaife R., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 99p. Illus. 50 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr488.pdf

Investigating the causes of accidents, incidents and unsafe behaviour, including understanding the possible influence of psychological ill-health, has become a priority. This understanding should address both whether experiencing psychological ill-health or stress at work can impact on individuals' safety behaviour and also how the presence of potential sources of psychological ill-health or stress at work may affect safety performance. This report presents evidence to contribute to this understanding, focusing on the relationship between psychological ill-health, stress and safety in a work context. It is based on a literature review, and divided into sections addressing the following topics: prevalence of psychological ill-health and stress; impact of psychological ill-health and stress on behaviour; evidence from accidents; stress and causes of accidents and errors. (108415)

CIS 08-988 Violence, harassment and discrimination in the workplace. European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions, Wyattville Road, Loughingstown, Dublin 18, Ireland, 2007. viii, 134p. (This chapter: p.35-40). Illus., ISBN 92-897-0974-X (In English)

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http://www.eurofound.europa.eu/docs/ewco/4EWCS/ef0698/chapter4.pdf
http://www.eurofound.europa.eu/pubdocs/2006/98/en/2/ef0698en.pdf

Ch. 4 in the Fourth European Working Conditions Survey. It identified the extent of the violence and harassment across Europe in 2005. Around 5% of workers reported having experienced violence, bullying or harassment at work. In 2002, the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions conducted a comparative analysis to map the patterns and trends of harassment and violence at work in the European Union and to clarify the concepts involved. This report analyses how the concepts of violence, harassment and bullying have evolved with regard to the working environment and identifies some of the differences in cultural perspectives regarding these issues. It also surveys the variety of legislative and non-legislative measures that have emerged to combat the problem at national and EU level, as well as positive examples of preventative good practice. (108271)

CIS 08-989 Identifying and evaluating the social and psychological impact of workplace accidents and ill-health incidents on employees. Cormack H., Cross S., Whittington C., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. iv, 363p. Illus. 18 ref. (In English)

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http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr464.pdf

This study examined the impact of serious workplace-related injury and ill health on individuals in two work sectors identified as priority areas, namely the construction sector and the healthcare sector. It involved telephone interviews with a sample of employees who had experienced a serious workplace accident or suffered from a reportable illness, followed by personal home interviews with a limited subset of the more serious cases and their family members. The study shows that serious work-related accidents and illnesses can have a widespread impact on individuals and their families. Many may be unable to return to work, need a change of job or role to accommodate new restrictions, or approach their work with a level of caution not previously in evidence. Many also experience physical problems and economic consequences, both in terms of loss of income and the need for extra expenditure associated with the accident or illness. (108302)

CIS 08-990 Harassment at work - A trade union approach. (Dutch: Pesten op het werk: Een syndicaal antwoord; French: Harcèlement au travail - Une réponse syndicale; German: Belästigungen am Arbeitsplatz: Eine Antwort der Gewerkschaft) Fédération Générale du Travail de Belgique, rue Haute 42, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium, May 2002. 48p. (In Dutch, French, German)

Internet:

http://www.abvv.be/PDF/de/Documents/2002/HARCELE.pdf

http://www.abvv.be/PDF/fr/Documents/2002/HARCELEMENTMORAL.zip

http://www.abvv.be/PDF/nl/Documents/2002/PESTEN.zip

This booklet makes the case that bullying at work is also the result of organizational failures, and that a trade union involvement is consequently appropriate. It presents facts, arguments, proposals for intervention and a synthesis of Belgian and European legislation. It also describes the typical profiles of the persecutor and the victim, and addresses comprehensively the roles of employers, safety committees and OSH specialists. (108320)

CIS 08-991 Occupational burnout and health. Ahola K., Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, FIOH-Bookstore, Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, 00250 Helsinki, Finland, 2007. 116p. Illus. Bibl.ref., ISBN 978-951-802-794-5 (In English)

Internet:

https://oa.doria.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/28153/occupati.pdf?sequence=1

In a study carried out in 1997, the prevalence of severe burnout cases in Finland was found to be 7%. Burnout is often accompanied by other health problems. The aims of this study were to investigate the current prevalence of burnout, the socio-demographic and occupational risk factors of burnout, relationships between burnout and psychiatric symptoms (mood and anxiety disorders, substance abuse, and somatic illnesses), work ability, sickness absenteeism and the use of health care services and medical treatment. It was carried out in the form of a population-based cross-sectional study, in which data on a representative sample 8028 persons was collected through interviews, questionnaires and health examinations. Findings are discussed. (108331)

CIS 08-992 Expanding our understanding of the psychosocial work environment: A compendium of measures of discrimination, harassment and work-family issues. Bond M.A., Kalaja A., Markkanen P., Cazeca D, Daniel S., Tsurikova L., Punnett L., Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-2001, USA, Feb. 2008. vi, 275p. Approx. 120 ref. (In English)

Internet:

http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2008-104/pdfs/2008-104.pdf

There is broad recognition that the psychosocial environment at work can affect physical and mental health as well as enterprise performance outcomes such as efficiency and productivity. Past research across several disciplines has revealed that gender- and race-related factors such as values, biases, harassment, discrimination, lack of support and work-family balance issues can affect physical and mental health. However, these features of the work environment have rarely been included simultaneously with the study of other workplace conditions. The objective of this project was to provide practical tools to occupational safety and health researchers interested in evaluating the role of discrimination, bias and work-family issues in occupational injuries and illness. A literature survey enabled the compiling of inventories, check lists, questionnaires and scenarios in the form of a catalogue of 46 measures that will be useful for investigating the psychosocial work environment. (108375)

CIS 08-993 Violence management training: The development of effective trainers in the delivery of violence management training in healthcare settings. Zarola A., Leather P., Health and Safety Executive, HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2006. xii, 87p. Illus. 13 ref. (In English)

Internet:

http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr495.pdf

The objectives of this research project was to identify the competencies that make for an effective violence management trainer and to review practices and procedures associated with the selection, development and management of trainers. It was carried out by means of literature surveys, together with interviews and focus groups involving trainers and managers of a number of healthcare units in the United Kingdom. Findings are discussed. Recommendations are grouped under the following headings: regulation of violence management training; trainer competencies; role of violence management trainer; trainer selection; trainer support and development; organizational capability in tackling work-related violence; further research. (108419)

CIS 08-994 Raising awareness of stress at work in developing countries - A modern hazard in a traditional working environment. (French: Sensibilisation au stress professionnel dans les pays en développement: Un risque actuel dans un environnement de travail traditionnel; Japanese: Hatten-doshō-koku ni okeru rōdō sutoresu no ninshiki o kōjō saseru; Spanish: Sensibilizando sobre el estrés laboral en los países en desarrollo - Un riesgo moderno en un ambiente de trabajo tradicional) Houtman I., Jettinghoff K., Cedillo L., World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 2008. 44p. Illus. 41 ref., ISBN 92-4-159165-X (En), ISBN 978-92-4-259165-1 (fr), ISBN 978-92-4-359165-0 (es) (In English, French, Japanese, Spanish)

Internet:

http://www.who.int/occupational_health/publications/raisingawarenessofstress.pdf

http://whqlibdoc.who.int/publications/2008/9789243591650_spa.pdf

http://whqlibdoc.who.int/publications/2008/9789242591651_fre.pdf

http://whqlibdoc.who.int/publications/2007/924159165X_jpn.pdf

Work-related stress is an issue of growing concern in developing countries due to processes of globalization and the changing nature of work. In these countries, the focus of occupational safety and health initiatives has until now essentially been on chemical, biological and physical exposures, while the psychosocial risks at work are still largely neglected and their causes and consequences still insufficiently understood. This booklet raises awareness of the issue for employers and workers' representatives. Contents: introduction to the problem; effects of globalization and the changing nature of work; definition of work- related stress; model on work-related stress; managing work-related stress; acting at the local level; roles of employers' and workers' representatives. (108438)

CIS 08-995 Expert forecast on emerging psychosocial risks related to occupational safety and health. Brun E., Milczarek M., European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, Gran Vía 33, 48009 Bilbao, Spain, 2007.127p. Illus. 277 ref., ISBN 978-92-9191-140-0 (In English)

Internet:

http://osha.europa.eu/en/publications/reports/7807118

Significant changes which are taking place in the world of work lead to emerging psychosocial risks. Such risks, which are linked to the way work is designed, organized and managed, as well as to the economic and social context of work, result in an increased level of stress and can lead to serious deterioration of mental and physical health. In 2005, more than 20% of workers from the EU believed that their health is at risk because of work-related stress. This report presents the findings of an expert group on emerging psychosocial risks, supplemented by an analysis of the scientific research on key topics identified by the experts. A summary of the report is also available as a factsheet (CIS 08-250). (108455)

CIS 08-996 Meaning of work, mental health and organizational commitment. (French: Sens du travail, santé mentale et engagement organisationnel) Morin E., Aranha F., Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2008. iii, 54p. Illus. 133 ref. Price: CAD 8.40. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge., ISBN 978-2-89631-223-8 (In French)

Internet:

http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-543.pdf

The objective of this survey was to demonstrate that characteristics such as the usefulness and moral rectitude of the work, the learning and development opportunities, autonomy, recognition and the quality of human relations were linked to the meaning that people give to their work. Data were collected from the personnel of four organizations: a hospital, a health and social services centre, a research centre and an engineering consulting firm by means of questionnaires. Jobs perceived as being useful for society and that allow knowledge to be acquired were considered positive factors. Other hypotheses relating to the positive or negative impact of the meaning given to the work on psychological well-being or distress also emerged. Based on these findings, a theoretical model was developed that presents work organization as a determinant of employees' health, attitudes and performance. The report contains recommendations regarding the prevention of symptoms of psychological distress and the reduction of stress. (108464)

CIS 08-997 Addictive behaviour in occupational settings - Report prepared in the context of the governmental plan on measures against illicit drugs, tobacco and alcohol 2004-2008. (French: Conduites addictives et milieu professionnel - Rapport établi dans le cadre du Plan gouvernemental de lutte contre les drogues illicites, le tabac et l'alcool 2004- 2008) Mission interministérielle de lutte contre la drogue et la toxicomanie, 7 rue Saint-Georges, 75009 Paris, France, Dec. 2006. 32p. (In French)

Internet:

http://www.alcoosite.fr/gr-travail/doc-te/CONDUITES_ADDICTIVES.pdf

In order to propose a framework for updating the regulations concerning addictions, the French inter-ministry working group having published this report interviewed representatives of employers and employees, occupational physicians, government agencies and research institutions. The report proposes 27 recommendations involving ethics, knowledge acquisition, the safety of the enterprise, its employees and its users, the redefinition of the mission of occupational physicians, the development of an occupational safety and health policy within the enterprise, access to health care and changes to labour and health legislation. (108485)

CIS 08-998 Family problems 2003-2006 (Selected Polish and foreign literature). (Polish: Problemy rodziny 2003-2006 (literatura polska i obca w wyborze)) Radwańska A., Główna Biblioteka Pracy i Zabezpieczenia Społecznego, ul. Limanowskiego 23, 02-943 Warsaw, Poland, 2007. 107p. Index., ISBN 978-83-60302-72-9 (In Polish)

Internet:

This bibliography consists of a compilation of Polish and foreign literature on work-related family issues published from 2003 to 2006. It includes scientific as well as popular publications, both in the form of books and articles from periodicals. It also includes lists of journal titles and their abbreviations, publishing institutions and symbols, together with an index. (108505)

CIS 08-999 Identify psychosocial hazards - Indicators that will help you. (French: Dépister les risques psychosociaux - Des indicateurs pour vous aider) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 2nd ed., Dec.. 2007. 47p. Illus. 10 ref. Price: EUR 6.50. Downloadable version free of charge., ISBN 978-2-7389-1449-1 (In French)

Internet:

http://www.inrs.fr/INRS-PUB/inrs01.nsf/inrs01_catalog_view_view/6A3C1AE70DD2631E…
   …412573AA002F880E/$FILE/ed6012.pdf

The objective of this guide is to help identify psychosocial risk factors based on available data within the enterprise. To facilitate this screening work, a number of indicators are proposed, based on enterprise organizational factors or on the safety and health of employees. This guide will allow further work to be done and to instill a dialogue on the selection and definition of the most relevant screening indicators. This screening work will help implement steps aimed at hazard evaluation and prevention. (108368)

CIS 08-1000 Addictions and work. (French: Addictions et travail) Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, June 2007. Internet document (HTML format). Illus. 19 ref. (In French)

Internet:

http://www.inrs.fr/dossiers/addictions.html

Occasional or regular consumption of alcohol, cannabis or pharmaceutical drugs can endanger the safety and health of workers and cause occupational accidents. The prevention and care of addictions at the enterprise level is therefore necessary. This Internet document reviews the current situation with respect to addictions in France and the resulting occupational hazards, together with the corresponding regulatory framework. It explains in detail the strategy to be implemented within the enterprise, involving both collective and individual prevention measures. (108484)

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