Health Hazard Evaluation Report HETA 82-289-1496, Schlegel Corporation, Rochester, New York

Technical Report · Wed Aug 01 00:00:00 EDT 1984

OSTI ID:5897457

Reed, L D; Lipscomb, J

Environmental and breathing zone samples were analyzed for stainless steel fibers and carbon particulates at Schlegal Corporation, Rochester, New York in October, 1982 and November, 1983. The survey was requested by a union representative to evaluate dermatitis and possible respiratory effects resulting from exposures during production of electrostatic brushes. Medical interviews were conducted with 22 employees in 1982 and 20 employees during the 1983 survey. There are no federal standards for steel or carbon fibers. Eye, skin, and throat irritation and skin rash were the most frequently reported symptoms; the incidence of the symptoms increased in 1983. The authors conclude that inhaling carbon or stainless steel fibers probably does not pose a health risk. Recommendations include using personal protective equipment and properly maintaining the ventilation systems to reduce the incidence of eye and skin irritation.

• Research Organization: National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5897457
• Report Number(s): PB-86-141231/XAB; HETA-82-289-1496
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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