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Welding is a generic term for joining pieces of metal at joint faces rendered plastic or liquid by heat or pressure or both [1]. These processes generate several health and safety risks for the welders and workers nearby…
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This article will give an overview of the types of different man-made mineral fibres and the associated occupational health and safety issues. The different kinds of fibres are defined by specific geometric parameters (…
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The term 'Metalworking Fluids' (MWFs) refers to a variety of oils and liquids with various additives to enhance performance that are used to lubricate and cool metals during machining and shaping processes[1][2].and they…
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Crystalline silica is the name for a group of naturally occurring minerals found in many types of rock. It can be released into the air when the rock or articles made from the rock are crushed, cut, or worked in some…
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Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a particular type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), used to protect the individual wearer against inhalation of hazardous substances in the workplace air. This article…
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Diesel engines are widely used for transport and power-supply and, therefore, occupational exposure to diesel exhaust is common. In 2012, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified diesel exhaust…
