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Health hazard evaluation report HETA 94-0148-2441, Donnelly Printing Company, St. Louis, Missouri

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:26326

In response to a request from the Graphic Communications International Union, Local 505, an investigation was begun into possible hazardous working conditions at Donnelly Printing Company (SIC-2711), St. Louis, Missouri. Concern has been expressed about solvent exposures. Workers had reported dizziness, headaches, and nausea. A walk through survey was conducted, along with employee interviews. Employee interviews indicated symptoms of nausea, dizziness, and skin irritation. A case of allergic reaction was well documented. The authors conclude that although worker exposures to airborne concentrations of hydrocarbons were low, skin exposure could result in significant exposures. The authors recommend that efforts be made to improve the ventilation of the work areas, use of personal protective equipment, and the health and safety program.

Research Organization:
National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (United States)
OSTI ID:
26326
Report Number(s):
PB--95-171369/XAB; HETA--94-0148-2441
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English