| Document ID (ISN) | 59071 |
| CIS number |
92-1933 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0731-8898 - Journal of Environmental Pathology, Toxicology and Oncology |
| Year |
1992 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Lu P.C. |
| Title |
A health hazard assessment in school arts and crafts |
| Bibliographic information |
Jan.-Feb. 1992, Vol.11, No.1, p.12-17. 61 ref. |
| Abstract |
Students and instructors of arts and crafts classes are often unaware of the potential risks from exposure to some of the arts and crafts materials they use, either because of a false sense of security engendered by working with the materials on a daily basis, or because of a lack of specific knowledge of the hazardous ingredients contained in them. A three-year study of college arts and crafts students indicates a high incidence of allergic reactions for exposure of less than 70 hours within a period of seven weeks. A self-evaluation method is developed to identify and minimise these hazards. This checklist of 15 parameters covers identifiable hazardous areas and situations in arts and crafts classrooms. Record keeping and promotion of student awareness are also addressed. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
arts and crafts; harmful substances; allergic reactivity; health hazards; educational institutions |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
wood dust; safety consciousness; toxic gases; check lists; carpentry; pottery finishing; organic solvents |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | USA |
| Subject(s) |
Other industries and occupations
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| Broad subject area(s) |
Industries and occupations
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| Browse category(ies) |
Allergies
Teaching and educational institutions
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