Publications & technical tools
2012
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Publication
The global impact of e-waste: Addressing the challenge
20 December 2012
This paper explores the volumes, sources and flows of e-waste, the risks it poses to e-waste workers and the environment, occupational safety and health issues, labour issues and regulatory frameworks, and links this growing global problem with the International Labour Organization’s current and future work.
2001
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Publication
Stress prevention for assembly-line workers
01 January 2001
Stress in assembly-line work; practical ways of eliminating stress for assembly-line workers
1998
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Publication
Safety in the use of radiofrequency dielectric heaters and sealers
01 January 1998
This document discusses the technical aspects of developing control technology that may be used to limit exposure of workers to emissions of radiofrequency (RF) electric and magnetic fields from dielectric heaters and sealers, RF heaters. This guide provides practical methods to install, design or retrofit this type of equipment which will minimize the user's exposure to RF fields.
1997
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Publication
Stress prevention for blue-collar workers in assembly-line production
31 December 1997
Assembly-line work is often performed in a workplace environment with physical problems, such as noise, vibrations and dangerous machines, which can be an important stress factor. This paper is aimed at providing concrete advice on how to prevent stress in assembly-line work.