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J F Rekus

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PubMed1993

Engineering measures can muffle hazards heard in noisy work areas.

The OSHA noise standard establishes only minimum levels of protection and exposure. Legally acceptable noise levels may result in a hearing loss among some employees. Noise hazards are best controlled through engineering methods such as enclosures, air exhaust mufflers and vibration damping. If engineering controls do not reduce noise to allowable levels, employee exposure must be controlled via a hearing conservation program that includes provisions for audiometric testing, protective equipment and employee training.

Audiometry, Pure-Tone↗
PubMed1992

Lead poisoning.

Construction workers who weld, cut or blast structural steel coated with lead-based paint are at significant risk of lead poisoning. Although technology to control these exposures may not have existed when the lead standard was promulgated, it is available today. Employers who do not take steps to protect their employees from lead exposure may be cited and fined severely for their failure.

Adult↗
PubMed1991

Bloodborne pathogens.

Worker exposure to bloodborne diseases can be minimized through: . training and education programs; . use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, face masks and eye protection; . work practices such as thorough hand washing after each patient contact; . proper handling of sharps; . engineering controls such as biological safety cabinets and puncture-resistant sharps containers; . immunization programs; . proper disposal of contaminated waste; . use of disinfectants; . labeling and signs.

Accidents, Occupational↗
PubMed1991

Strike an arc.

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Air Pollutants, Occupational↗
PubMed1991

A breath of fresh air.

Air-line respirators can provide a wearer with a much higher level of protection than air-purifying devices. However, since they are also more complicated, their use requires a higher level of technical sophistication.

Equipment Design↗