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Document ID (ISN)23657
CIS number 75-1556
ISSN - Serial title 0137-7043 - Bezpieczeństwo pracy
Year 1975
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Faliński W.
Title Protection of grinding machine operators against the harmful effects of oil mists
Original title Zabezpieczenie szlifierzy przed szkodliwym działaniem mgły olejowej [in Polish]
Bibliographic information May 1975, No.5, p.2-5. Illus. 8 ref.
Abstract After reviewing the hazards associated with the use of cutting fluids in mist form (skin and respiratory disorders, falls due to slipping), the author reports on the results of measurements made in the vicinity of machines cooled by oil mists. The concentrations measured exceeded the permissible concentration in the German Dem.Rep. (5µg/m3), especially in the proximity of gear grinders and cylindrical grinders. Enumeration of the main cutting fluids employed as mists, and description of the appropriate protective measures (frequent change of clothing, thorough personal hygiene, personal protective equipment, enclosure and automation of machinery, etc.).
Descriptors (primary) oil mist; cutting fluids; metalworking industry; health engineering; grinding machines
Descriptors (secondary) automation; personal hygiene; health hazards; personal protective equipment; enclosure
Document type -
Subject(s) Dust, aerosols and related diseases
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Metalworking industry