In-depth survey report, weighing and batching at BF Goodrich Company, Akron, Ohio

Technical Report · Thu Aug 01 00:00:00 EDT 1985

OSTI ID:5945765

Heitbrink, W A; Cooper, T C; McKinnery, W N; Godbey, F W

An in-depth survey of dust exposure during weighout and transfer of powdered materials from bags or bins to smaller containers was conducted at BF Goodrich Company, Akron, Ohio in October, 1984. The purpose of the survey was to evaluate sources of worker dust exposure. Engineering controls consisted of two ventilated booths that were intended to capture whatever dusts were generated during weighout and transfer activities. The author concludes that although the booths control some dust generated during weigh out and transfer operations, worker dust exposure is still significantly elevated. Exposures could be reduced by correcting improper work practices.

• Research Organization: National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5945765
• Report Number(s): PB-86-116662/XAB; CT-144-22B
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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RUBBER INDUSTRY
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
INSPECTION
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