A health survey of toll booth workers

Journal Article · Tue Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1991 · American Journal of Industrial Medicine; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1002/ajim.4700220310· OSTI ID:6992910

Strauss, P; Orris, P; Buckley, L ^[1]

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1. Division of Occupational Medicine, Cook County Hospital, Chicago, IL (United States)

The prevalence of respiratory and other health problems in a cohort of highway toll booth workers was surveyed by mailed questionnaire. In a low proportion of respondents (43.2%), a high prevalence of central nervous system complaints (headaches, irritability, or anxiety, and unusual tiredness), mucous membrane irritation (eye irritation, nasal congestion, and dry throat), and musculoskeletal problems (joint and back pains) was found. We believe these symptoms are reflective of the acute irritant and central nervous system effects of exposure to motor vehicle exhaust. The musculoskeletal complaints are likely the result of bending, reaching, and leaning out of the toll booth. The need for in-depth evaluation of the ventilation systems and the ergonomic and job stressors of work at toll booths is suggested by these results.

• OSTI ID: 6992910
• Journal Information: American Journal of Industrial Medicine; (United States), Journal Name: American Journal of Industrial Medicine; (United States) Vol. 22:3; ISSN 0271-3586; ISSN AJIMD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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