Health-hazard evaluation determination report No. 75-150-378, Reinell Boats, Inc. , Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Technical Report · Fri Apr 01 04:00:00 EST 1977

OSTI ID:5726235

Rosensteel, R E; Meyer, C R

A health-hazard investigation consisting of a combined environmental-medical study encompassing an initial survey and two follow-up evaluations was conducted at the Reinell Boats Plant, Poplar Bluff, Missouri, a facility engaged in the manufacture of fiberglass boats, between November 1975 and April 1976. Workers were evaluated through questionnaires and physical examination. Environmental assessment was accomplished by measuring airborne exposures to organic vapors, methylene bisphenyl isocyanate, and compounds containing cobalt; observing work practices; and evaluating spray-booth ventilation. In the lamination areas, the workers were primarily exposed to styrene, with less significant exposure to acetone and methylene chloride. A toxic exposure to workers was identified in the lamination areas, manifested by a marked increase of upper respiratory irritation symptoms. There was also evidence of dermatitis related to direct contact with solvents in lamination workers. Recommendations are made for medical and environmental control of conditions at this plant.

• Research Organization: National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5726235
• Report Number(s): PB-89-181465/XAB; HHE-75-150-378
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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