Health-hazard evaluation report HETA 84-213, 391-1619, Duluth Community Action Program, Duluth, Minnesota
Technical Report
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OSTI ID:5625355
Personal and area air samples were analyzed for carbon monoxide, acetic acid, methylene-bisphenyl-isocyanate (MBPI), mineral spirits, and total particulates among personnel working in the weatherization program of the Duluth Community Action Program, Duluth, Minnesota in April and June, 1984. The evaluation was requested by a union representative to investigate reports of dermatitis and other health problems among employees working with insulating materials used for weatherizing homes. Twenty six employees were surveyed for health problems by means of a self-administered questionnaire. The time weighted average concentrations of total particulates ranged from 0.9 to 34.5 mg/m/sup 3/. The OSHA standard for total particulates is 15mg/m/sup 3/. MBPI, carbon monoxide, and acetic acid concentrations were below their relevant standards. No mineral spirits were detected. Twenty three employees reported that they worked regularly with caulk and cellulose. The most-frequently reported symptoms were nose or throat irritation, eye irritation, and dyspnea. The authors conclude that a potential overexposure to total particulates exists. Recommendations include obtaining medical safety data sheets for all materials used, utilizing respirators where exposures cannot be prevented by other means, and using protective eyewear and clothing.
- Research Organization:
- National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
- OSTI ID:
- 5625355
- Report Number(s):
- PB-86-192713/XAB; HETA-84-213-391-1619
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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54 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
552000 -- Public Health
99 GENERAL AND MISCELLANEOUS
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AIR POLLUTION
CARBON COMPOUNDS
CARBON MONOXIDE
CARBON OXIDES
CARBOXYLIC ACIDS
CHALCOGENIDES
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
INDOOR AIR POLLUTION
INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
INSPECTION
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MONOCARBOXYLIC ACIDS
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY
ORGANIC ACIDS
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
OXIDES
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PARTICLES
PARTICULATES
POLLUTION
SAFETY
THERMAL INSULATION
TOXICITY
WEATHERIZATION