| Document ID (ISN) | 104393 |
| CIS number |
05-648 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0029-7909 - Occupational Hazards |
| Year |
2005 |
| Convention or series no. |
|
| Author(s) |
Martin T.J. |
| Title |
Controlling exposure to metalworking fluids |
| Bibliographic information |
May 2005, Vol.67, No.5, p.48-51. Illus. |
| Abstract |
The smoky haze in machining shops generally consists of metalworking fluid (MWF) mists and vapours and carries the potential for a variety of serious health problems. This article summarizes the most important occupational health issues and preventive measures related to MWFs. Contents: types of MWF most commonly used; health hazards (contact dermatitis, cancer, lung disorders including asthma and hypersensitivity pneumonitis); exposure controls (local exhaust ventilation, use of protective gloves, microbial control and monitoring); NIOSH and OSHA guidelines. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
aerosols; cutting fluids; health hazards; limitation of exposure; metalworking industry; machining |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
protective gloves; local exhaust; extrinsic allergic alveolitis; asthma; determination in air; eczema; mists; cancer; lung diseases |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | USA |
| Subject(s) |
Metal production and metalworking
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Metalworking industry
|
