| Document ID (ISN) | 29879 |
| CIS number |
78-1427 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
Prévention et sécurité du travail |
| Year |
1977 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Ascher R. |
| Title |
Production of chromic acid and chromates - Main uses |
| Original title |
La fabrication de l'acide chromique et des chromates - Emplois principaux. [in French] |
| Bibliographic information |
4th quarter 1977, No.114, p.13-28. Illus. 26 ref. |
| Abstract |
Communication to the Regional Joint Technical Committee for the Chemical Industry (Lille, France). Statistical data on occupational diseases due to chromic acid and chromates (1971-1975) and brief review of methods of production and of metallurgy of chromium, applications of chromium and its derivates, and operations liable to produce dermatitis and other conditions. The main hazards to which workers are exposed are dealth with (nasal or skin ulcers, fire and explosions). Preventive measures in chromic acid production and electrolytic chromium plating are treated in some detail: cleanliness and good order of plant; air monitoring; exhaust ventilation around electrolysis vats; use of surfactants or a droplet separator; use of floating balls; personal protective equipment (respiratory equipment, protective clothing and glasses, personal hygiene). Review of relevant French regulations. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
electroplating; chromates; chromic acid |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
occupational diseases; France; fire hazards; chrome ulcer; explosion hazards; round-up; personal protective equipment; legislation; uses; chromium; statistical aspects; health engineering |
| Document type |
E - Books, reports, proceedings |
| Subject(s) |
Metal production and metalworking
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| Broad subject area(s) |
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| Browse category(ies) |
Surface treatment
Inorganic substances
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