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Video Comparison Page for OSHA Awareness Level --> Emergency Training


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Have you been sexually harassed in school? What female high school students regard as harassment.


Have you been sexually harassed in school? What female high school students regard as harassment.
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Have you been sexually harassed in school? What female high school students regard as harassment.

Int J Adolesc Med Health. 2005 Oct-Dec;17(4):391-406

Authors: Witkowska E, Gillander G din K

The aim of the study was to explore what behaviors experienced from peers and school staff at school are acknowledged as sexual harassment, and perceived as problematic, by female high school students, and what other factors may be relevant. Analyses were performed of responses (to 540 questionnaires) in an anonymous self-report mail survey from a random sample of female Swedish high-school students (59% response rate). Exposure to relevant behaviors, of varying levels of severity, alone, does not explain the acknowledgment of harassment. Many students were subjected to many of the potentially offensive behaviors without labeling them as sexual harassment, despite the fact that they saw many of them as problematic. Further, viewing the relevant behaviors as problems in one's school did not necessarily lead to acknowledging that sexual harassment in general was a problem. However, the behaviors seen as problems were less likely to be dismissed as sexual harassment than personal experiences. This was especially true of the most common behaviors, namely verbal ones. The results demonstrate female students' reluctance to label incidents as sexual harassment, despite the fact that actual behaviors are perceived as environmental problems. Potentially offensive sex-related behaviors become normalized in the school environment and are difficult to address, when little support is provided by schools.

PMID: 16445077 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]



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China to spend $1.2bn on cleaning polluted river


China to spend $1.2bn on cleaning polluted river
Financial Times - Beijing said on Thursday it would commit Rmb10bn ($1.2bn) towards cleaning up last year s chemical spill in the northeastern Songhua River, one of the worst environmental disasters in China since the founding of the communist state in 1949. The

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Identification of Ah receptor agonists in sediment of Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake, China.


Identification of Ah receptor agonists in sediment of Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake, China.

Identification of Ah receptor agonists in sediment of Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake, China.

Environ Sci Technol. 2006 Mar 1;40(5):1415-9

Authors: Qiao M, Chen Y, Zhang Q, Huang S, Mei M, Wang C, Wang Z

Deterioration of ecosystem and water quality in Taihu Lake, the third largest freshwater lake in China, is of great concern in China. However, most evaluations on water and sediment were carried out by chemical analysis, which could hardly gain information on the risk stressors affecting the system. Sediment samples from Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake were assayed for AhR-mediated EROD induction using a rat hepatoma cell line (H4IIE). The known AhR agonists including PCDD/Fs, PCBs, and PAHs were analyzed by instruments. The cause-effect relationship between the observed EROD activity and chemical concentrations of AhR agonists and their dose-effect relationship were examined. Our results showed that sediment extracts could induce significant AhR effects, and the chemical-derived TCDD equivalents (TEQ(cal)) were significantly correlated to bioassay-derived TCDD equivalents (TEQ(bio)) (R = 0.85, p < 0.01). Among different contributors, PAHs could account for 70-93% and PCDD/Fs could contribute less than 30% of TEQ(cal). PCBs exhibited almost no contribution. Therefore, integration of EROD bioassay and chemical analysis provided an effective way for identifying the potential risk stressors. Underthis circumstance, a quantitative dose--effect relationship between TEQ(PAH) and EROD activity could be established, suggesting that the observed AhR effect was mostly derived from PAHs. The implication is that the EROD assay and the identified risk stressors (PAHs) may be used in lieu of detailed environmental analysis to follow the progression of a remediation strategy.

PMID: 16568750 [PubMed - in process]



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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.

Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible.

PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]



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Selected science: an industry campaign to undermine an OSHA hexavalent chromium standard.


Selected science: an industry campaign to undermine an OSHA hexavalent chromium standard.
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Selected science: an industry campaign to undermine an OSHA hexavalent chromium standard.

Environ Health. 2006;5:5

Authors: Michaels D, Monforton C, Lurie P

While exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) has been associated with increased lung cancer risk for more than 50 years, the chemical is not currently regulated by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) on the basis of its carcinogenicity. The agency was petitioned in 1993 and sued in 1997 and 2002 to lower the workplace Cr(VI) exposure limit, resulting in a court order to issue a final standard by February 2006. Faced with the threat of stronger regulation, the chromium industry initiated an effort to challenge the scientific evidence supporting a more protective standard. This effort included the use of "product defense" consultants to conduct post hoc analyses of a publicly-funded study to challenge results viewed unfavorably by the industry. The industry also commissioned a study of the mortality experience of workers at four low-exposure chromium plants, but did not make the results available to OSHA in a timely manner, despite multiple agency requests for precisely these sorts of data. The commissioned study found a statistically significant elevation in lung cancer risk among Cr(VI)-exposed workers at levels far below the current standard. This finding changed when the multi-plant cohort was divided into two statistically underpowered components and then published separately. The findings of the first paper published have been used by the chromium industry to attempt to slow OSHA's standard setting process. The second paper was withheld from OSHA until it was accepted for publication in a scientific journal, after the rulemaking record had closed. Studies funded by private sponsors that seek to influence public regulatory proceedings should be subject to the same access and reporting provisions as those applied to publicly funded science. Parties in regulatory proceedings should be required to disclose whether the studies were performed by researchers who had the right to present their findings without the sponsor's consent or influence, and to certify that all relevant data have been submitted to the public record, whether published or not.

PMID: 16504102 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]



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Modeling thermal burns due to airbag deployment.


Modeling thermal burns due to airbag deployment.
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Modeling thermal burns due to airbag deployment.

Burns. 2005 Dec;31(8):977-80

Authors: Mercer GN, Sidhu HS

Automotive airbags are now a widely accepted safety measure designed to reduce morbidity associated with motor vehicle accidents. Their usage is increasing with multiple airbags (driver, passenger and side curtain) being fitted to many vehicles. However the deployment of airbags has been identified as causing injuries in some instances including minor burns. There are three mechanisms for thermal burns due to an airbag; contact with the hot expelled gases from the airbag, contact with the hot airbag itself and melting of clothing from either of these contacts. A mathematical model is used here to predict the likelihood and severity of the first two types of burns. It is shown that direct contact with high temperature exhaust gases venting from the airbag can indeed lead to burns and that burns from contacting the hot airbag material are possible but far less likely to occur.

PMID: 16274929 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]



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Identification of Ah receptor agonists in sediment of Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake, China.


Identification of Ah receptor agonists in sediment of Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake, China.

Identification of Ah receptor agonists in sediment of Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake, China.

Environ Sci Technol. 2006 Mar 1;40(5):1415-9

Authors: Qiao M, Chen Y, Zhang Q, Huang S, Mei M, Wang C, Wang Z

Deterioration of ecosystem and water quality in Taihu Lake, the third largest freshwater lake in China, is of great concern in China. However, most evaluations on water and sediment were carried out by chemical analysis, which could hardly gain information on the risk stressors affecting the system. Sediment samples from Meiliang Bay, Taihu Lake were assayed for AhR-mediated EROD induction using a rat hepatoma cell line (H4IIE). The known AhR agonists including PCDD/Fs, PCBs, and PAHs were analyzed by instruments. The cause-effect relationship between the observed EROD activity and chemical concentrations of AhR agonists and their dose-effect relationship were examined. Our results showed that sediment extracts could induce significant AhR effects, and the chemical-derived TCDD equivalents (TEQ(cal)) were significantly correlated to bioassay-derived TCDD equivalents (TEQ(bio)) (R = 0.85, p < 0.01). Among different contributors, PAHs could account for 70-93% and PCDD/Fs could contribute less than 30% of TEQ(cal). PCBs exhibited almost no contribution. Therefore, integration of EROD bioassay and chemical analysis provided an effective way for identifying the potential risk stressors. Underthis circumstance, a quantitative dose--effect relationship between TEQ(PAH) and EROD activity could be established, suggesting that the observed AhR effect was mostly derived from PAHs. The implication is that the EROD assay and the identified risk stressors (PAHs) may be used in lieu of detailed environmental analysis to follow the progression of a remediation strategy.

PMID: 16568750 [PubMed - in process]



Posted by blogposter at 04:32 PM |

Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.

Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385

Authors:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible.

PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]



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March 27, 2006

OSHA Cites Alabama Company and Proposes $210,000 in Penalties ...


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Low-density Lipoprotein Apheresis Therapy With a Direct Hemoperfusion Column: A Japanese Multicenter Clinical Trial.


Low-density Lipoprotein Apheresis Therapy With a Direct Hemoperfusion Column: A Japanese Multicenter Clinical Trial.
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Low-density Lipoprotein Apheresis Therapy With a Direct Hemoperfusion Column: A Japanese Multicenter Clinical Trial.

Ther Apher Dial. 2006 Feb;10(1):32-41

Authors: Tasaki H, Yamashita K, Saito Y, Bujo H, Daida H, Mabuchi H, Tominaga Y, Matsuzaki M, Fukunari K, Nakazawa R, Tsuji M, Kawade Y, Yamamoto S, Ueda Y, Takayama K

Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) apheresis has been applied to patients with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) with coronary artery disease (CAD). To examine the efficacy and safety of a new type of LDL adsorption column (KLD01, Kaneka, Osaka, Japan), which deals with whole blood without separating plasma, the new system was evaluated in a multicenter trial. The present study included 33 FH patients with CAD (24 males, 9 females, 57 +/- 13 years) who were treated five times with a mean interval of 2.12 +/- 0.60 weeks between treatments. We studied the removal efficacies for serum LDL cholesterol, Lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) and triglyceride, the times for the preparation of the system and for treatment, symptoms, and the biochemical data. The scheduled treatments were completed by 31 patients. Serum levels of LDL cholesterol, Lp(a) and triglycerides were all significantly reduced with KLD01; 61.5 +/- 6.2%, 72.4 +/- 5.9% and 69.5 +/- 9.7%, respectively. The times for both setting up the column system (26 +/- 7 min) and treatment (138 +/- 20 min) were shorter with KLD01 than conventional methods. Adverse reactions occurred in eight cases (17 episodes), but the patients fully recovered immediately after each apheresis therapy session. We conclude that the new type of LDL adsorption column, one that deals with whole blood, is a promising apheresis therapy for FH patients in view of its efficacy, reduced time for treatment, and safety.

PMID: 16556134 [PubMed - in process]



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Genencor International Launches Revolutionary Enzyme Technology ...
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Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions.


Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions.
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Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions.

Water Res. 2006 Mar 8;

Authors: Bayard R, Chatain V, Gachet C, Troadec A, Gourdon R

Laboratory investigations were performed to estimate the potential mobility of arsenic (As) from a highly contaminated gold-mining soil under bio-oxidative aerobic conditions as a potential remediation process. The selected soil was sampled from a gold-mining site in the South of France. It contained 27700mgkg(-1) total As, with only 0.01% present under water-soluble forms. The nature of the immobilization mechanisms was identified by using complementary physical and chemical techniques. As was found to be strongly associated to iron (oxy)hydroxide solid phase by adsorption and/or co-precipitation. Determination of iron (Fe) and As mobility as a function of pH showed that the release of As was related with the dissolution of Fe (oxy)hydroxide at very low pH values. Bioleaching experiments were conducted with the objective to enhance the mobilization of As from the source material via biological oxidation of elemental sulfur (S degrees ) into sulfuric acid by autotrophic exogenous or indigenous bacteria naturally located in the soil (i.e. Acidithiobacillus species). Tests conducted at 30 degrees C in shaker flasks supplemented with S degrees resulted in very acidic (pH<1) and oxidative conditions (oxidation/reduction potential (ORP) around +800mV vs. NHE) and induced the extraction of up to 35% of As over 84 days of incubation. Under the experimental conditions of the study (batch experiments), As mobilization was strongly correlated to the dissolution of Fe solid phases. As mobilization was probably limited by the saturation of the liquid phase. Chimiolithotrophic exogenous population appeared to have a minor effect on As bioleaching. Endogenous populations were shown to rapidly develop their capacity to oxidize S degrees and mobilize As from the mining soil in the form of arsenate when elemental S degrees was supplemented. The use of microbial population adapted to high As concentrations reduced significantly the lag period to reach optimal pH/ORP conditions, and increased As extraction rate to a maximum of 41% within 70 days of incubation. However, As reprecipitation was subsequently observed, suggesting that the solution should be periodically replaced in order to optimize the process.

PMID: 16529789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]



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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.

Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385

Authors:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible.

PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - in process]



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March 23, 2006

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Needle-stick epidemiology in Navy health care workers based


Needle-stick epidemiology in Navy health care workers based on INJTRAK reports (2001-2002).
Related Articles Needle-stick epidemiology in Navy health care workers based on INJTRAK reports (2001-2002). Mil Med. 2005 Dec;170(12):1034-6 Authors: Bowman W, Bohnker BK We provide a descriptive epidemiological analysis of needlestick injuries in Navy medical personnel from the Naval Safety Center database (INJTRAK) for a 1-year period (October 2001 through September 2002). The reports of needle sticks were reviewed on the basis of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Injury and Illness Classification system for exposure code 3431 (N = 265). Most of the reported needle sticks occurred in men (60.8%) and were from personnel <30 years of age (73.8%). Hospital corpsmen represented the most common work group (57%). Fingers were the most commonly reported anatomical location (77%) for needle sticks. The information suggests several focus areas for reducing needle-stick injuries and improving training. The analysis also reinforces the importance of timely and accurate reporting of injuries related to medical apparatus to the Naval Safety Center. PMID: 16491943 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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Whatever it Takes: In Pursuit of the Perfect


Whatever it Takes: In Pursuit of the Perfect 10 
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Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in


Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions.
Related Articles Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions. Water Res. 2006 Mar 8; Authors: Bayard R, Chatain V, Gachet C, Troadec A, Gourdon R Laboratory investigations were performed to estimate the potential mobility of arsenic (As) from a highly contaminated gold-mining soil under bio-oxidative aerobic conditions as a potential remediation process. The selected soil was sampled from a gold-mining site in the South of France. It contained 27700mgkg(-1) total As, with only 0.01% present under water-soluble forms. The nature of the immobilization mechanisms was identified by using complementary physical and chemical techniques. As was found to be strongly associated to iron (oxy)hydroxide solid phase by adsorption and/or co-precipitation. Determination of iron (Fe) and As mobility as a function of pH showed that the release of As was related with the dissolution of Fe (oxy)hydroxide at very low pH values. Bioleaching experiments were conducted with the objective to enhance the mobilization of As from the source material via biological oxidation of elemental sulfur (S degrees ) into sulfuric acid by autotrophic exogenous or indigenous bacteria naturally located in the soil (i.e. Acidithiobacillus species). Tests conducted at 30 degrees C in shaker flasks supplemented with S degrees resulted in very acidic (pH<1) and oxidative conditions (oxidation/reduction potential (ORP) around +800mV vs. NHE) and induced the extraction of up to 35% of As over 84 days of incubation. Under the experimental conditions of the study (batch experiments), As mobilization was strongly correlated to the dissolution of Fe solid phases. As mobilization was probably limited by the saturation of the liquid phase. Chimiolithotrophic exogenous population appeared to have a minor effect on As bioleaching. Endogenous populations were shown to rapidly develop their capacity to oxidize S degrees and mobilize As from the mining soil in the form of arsenate when elemental S degrees was supplemented. The use of microbial population adapted to high As concentrations reduced significantly the lag period to reach optimal pH/ORP conditions, and increased As extraction rate to a maximum of 41% within 70 days of incubation. However, As reprecipitation was subsequently observed, suggesting that the solution should be periodically replaced in order to optimize the process. PMID: 16529789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Related


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
Related Articles Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385 Authors: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible. PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - in process]

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Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in


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Related Articles Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions. Water Res. 2006 Mar 8; Authors: Bayard R, Chatain V, Gachet C, Troadec A, Gourdon R Laboratory investigations were performed to estimate the potential mobility of arsenic (As) from a highly contaminated gold-mining soil under bio-oxidative aerobic conditions as a potential remediation process. The selected soil was sampled from a gold-mining site in the South of France. It contained 27700mgkg(-1) total As, with only 0.01% present under water-soluble forms. The nature of the immobilization mechanisms was identified by using complementary physical and chemical techniques. As was found to be strongly associated to iron (oxy)hydroxide solid phase by adsorption and/or co-precipitation. Determination of iron (Fe) and As mobility as a function of pH showed that the release of As was related with the dissolution of Fe (oxy)hydroxide at very low pH values. Bioleaching experiments were conducted with the objective to enhance the mobilization of As from the source material via biological oxidation of elemental sulfur (S degrees ) into sulfuric acid by autotrophic exogenous or indigenous bacteria naturally located in the soil (i.e. Acidithiobacillus species). Tests conducted at 30 degrees C in shaker flasks supplemented with S degrees resulted in very acidic (pH<1) and oxidative conditions (oxidation/reduction potential (ORP) around +800mV vs. NHE) and induced the extraction of up to 35% of As over 84 days of incubation. Under the experimental conditions of the study (batch experiments), As mobilization was strongly correlated to the dissolution of Fe solid phases. As mobilization was probably limited by the saturation of the liquid phase. Chimiolithotrophic exogenous population appeared to have a minor effect on As bioleaching. Endogenous populations were shown to rapidly develop their capacity to oxidize S degrees and mobilize As from the mining soil in the form of arsenate when elemental S degrees was supplemented. The use of microbial population adapted to high As concentrations reduced significantly the lag period to reach optimal pH/ORP conditions, and increased As extraction rate to a maximum of 41% within 70 days of incubation. However, As reprecipitation was subsequently observed, suggesting that the solution should be periodically replaced in order to optimize the process. PMID: 16529789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Related


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
Related Articles Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385 Authors: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible. PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - in process]

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Related Articles Needle-stick epidemiology in Navy health care workers based on INJTRAK reports (2001-2002). Mil Med. 2005 Dec;170(12):1034-6 Authors: Bowman W, Bohnker BK We provide a descriptive epidemiological analysis of needlestick injuries in Navy medical personnel from the Naval Safety Center database (INJTRAK) for a 1-year period (October 2001 through September 2002). The reports of needle sticks were reviewed on the basis of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Injury and Illness Classification system for exposure code 3431 (N = 265). Most of the reported needle sticks occurred in men (60.8%) and were from personnel <30 years of age (73.8%). Hospital corpsmen represented the most common work group (57%). Fingers were the most commonly reported anatomical location (77%) for needle sticks. The information suggests several focus areas for reducing needle-stick injuries and improving training. The analysis also reinforces the importance of timely and accurate reporting of injuries related to medical apparatus to the Naval Safety Center. PMID: 16491943 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in


Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions.
Related Articles Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions. Water Res. 2006 Mar 8; Authors: Bayard R, Chatain V, Gachet C, Troadec A, Gourdon R Laboratory investigations were performed to estimate the potential mobility of arsenic (As) from a highly contaminated gold-mining soil under bio-oxidative aerobic conditions as a potential remediation process. The selected soil was sampled from a gold-mining site in the South of France. It contained 27700mgkg(-1) total As, with only 0.01% present under water-soluble forms. The nature of the immobilization mechanisms was identified by using complementary physical and chemical techniques. As was found to be strongly associated to iron (oxy)hydroxide solid phase by adsorption and/or co-precipitation. Determination of iron (Fe) and As mobility as a function of pH showed that the release of As was related with the dissolution of Fe (oxy)hydroxide at very low pH values. Bioleaching experiments were conducted with the objective to enhance the mobilization of As from the source material via biological oxidation of elemental sulfur (S degrees ) into sulfuric acid by autotrophic exogenous or indigenous bacteria naturally located in the soil (i.e. Acidithiobacillus species). Tests conducted at 30 degrees C in shaker flasks supplemented with S degrees resulted in very acidic (pH<1) and oxidative conditions (oxidation/reduction potential (ORP) around +800mV vs. NHE) and induced the extraction of up to 35% of As over 84 days of incubation. Under the experimental conditions of the study (batch experiments), As mobilization was strongly correlated to the dissolution of Fe solid phases. As mobilization was probably limited by the saturation of the liquid phase. Chimiolithotrophic exogenous population appeared to have a minor effect on As bioleaching. Endogenous populations were shown to rapidly develop their capacity to oxidize S degrees and mobilize As from the mining soil in the form of arsenate when elemental S degrees was supplemented. The use of microbial population adapted to high As concentrations reduced significantly the lag period to reach optimal pH/ORP conditions, and increased As extraction rate to a maximum of 41% within 70 days of incubation. However, As reprecipitation was subsequently observed, suggesting that the solution should be periodically replaced in order to optimize the process. PMID: 16529789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Related


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
Related Articles Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385 Authors: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible. PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - in process]

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Stop & Shop fall site leads to federal


Stop & Shop fall site leads to federal
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Worker at gravel pit dies
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Firm expands
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Portland fails to fix sea terminal
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AK STEEL: Overtime weighs on workers minds
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Federal lawmakers urge the President to compensate nuclear workers
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March 21, 2006

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Improving the roles of rural women in health


Improving the roles of rural women in health and environmental issues.
Related Articles Improving the roles of rural women in health and environmental issues. Int J Environ Health Res. 2006 Apr;16(2):133-44 Authors: Metwally AM, Ibrahim NA, Saad A, Abu El-Ela MH Safe water supply, sanitation facilities and safe environments are the priorities of the communities in the villages of Upper Egypt. However, personal hygienic behaviors need improvement for substantial promotion of family health. This cannot be met without the full participation of women in their various roles in their communities. Accordingly, 375 females belonging to rural villages of Egypt (VHVs) volunteered to have a role in health and sanitation aspects and disseminate hygienic messages to their communities. The objective of this study was to assess and upgrade the levels of awareness, attitude and practice of VHVs towards environmental sanitation, sanitary housing, personal hygiene, safe water, food safety, sanitary sewage and refuse disposals. Implementation of environmental health education courses resulted in significant improvement of VHVs' awareness, attitude and practice towards the majority of the environmental topics that were addressed. Similar extensive courses are recommended for the promotion of environmental sanitation in other communities. PMID: 16546806 [PubMed - in process]

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Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in


Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions.
Related Articles Mobilisation of arsenic from a mining soil in batch slurry experiments under bio-oxidative conditions. Water Res. 2006 Mar 8; Authors: Bayard R, Chatain V, Gachet C, Troadec A, Gourdon R Laboratory investigations were performed to estimate the potential mobility of arsenic (As) from a highly contaminated gold-mining soil under bio-oxidative aerobic conditions as a potential remediation process. The selected soil was sampled from a gold-mining site in the South of France. It contained 27700mgkg(-1) total As, with only 0.01% present under water-soluble forms. The nature of the immobilization mechanisms was identified by using complementary physical and chemical techniques. As was found to be strongly associated to iron (oxy)hydroxide solid phase by adsorption and/or co-precipitation. Determination of iron (Fe) and As mobility as a function of pH showed that the release of As was related with the dissolution of Fe (oxy)hydroxide at very low pH values. Bioleaching experiments were conducted with the objective to enhance the mobilization of As from the source material via biological oxidation of elemental sulfur (S degrees ) into sulfuric acid by autotrophic exogenous or indigenous bacteria naturally located in the soil (i.e. Acidithiobacillus species). Tests conducted at 30 degrees C in shaker flasks supplemented with S degrees resulted in very acidic (pH<1) and oxidative conditions (oxidation/reduction potential (ORP) around +800mV vs. NHE) and induced the extraction of up to 35% of As over 84 days of incubation. Under the experimental conditions of the study (batch experiments), As mobilization was strongly correlated to the dissolution of Fe solid phases. As mobilization was probably limited by the saturation of the liquid phase. Chimiolithotrophic exogenous population appeared to have a minor effect on As bioleaching. Endogenous populations were shown to rapidly develop their capacity to oxidize S degrees and mobilize As from the mining soil in the form of arsenate when elemental S degrees was supplemented. The use of microbial population adapted to high As concentrations reduced significantly the lag period to reach optimal pH/ORP conditions, and increased As extraction rate to a maximum of 41% within 70 days of incubation. However, As reprecipitation was subsequently observed, suggesting that the solution should be periodically replaced in order to optimize the process. PMID: 16529789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Related


Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule.
Related Articles Occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. Final rule. Fed Regist. 2006 Feb 28;71(39):10099-385 Authors: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is amending the existing standard which limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)). OSHA has determined based upon the best evidence currently available that at the current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for Cr(VI), workers face a significant risk to material impairment of their health. The evidence in the record for this rulemaking indicates that workers exposed to Cr(VI) are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer. The record also indicates that occupational exposure to Cr(VI) may result in asthma, and damage to the nasal epithelia and skin. The final rule establishes an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) exposure limit of 5 micrograms of Cr(VI) per cubic meter of air (5 [mu]g/cu m). This is a considerable reduction from the previous PEL of 1 milligram per 10 cubic meters of air (1 mg/10 cu m, or 100 [mu]g/cu m) reported as CrO3, which is equivalent to a limit of 52 [mu]g/cu m as Cr(VI). The final rule also contains ancillary provisions for worker protection such as requirements for exposure determination, preferred exposure control methods, including a compliance alternative for a small sector for which the new PEL is infeasible, respiratory protection, protective clothing and equipment, hygiene areas and practices, medical surveillance, recordkeeping, and start-up dates that include four years for the implementation of engineering controls to meet the PEL. The final standard separately regulates general industry, construction, and shipyards in order to tailor requirements to the unique circumstances found in each of these sectors. The PEL established by this rule reduces the significant risk posed to workers by occupational exposure to Cr(VI) to the maximum extent that is technologically and economically feasible. PMID: 16528853 [PubMed - in process]

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CPCO Offers Workbook of Basic OSHA Programs for


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Portsmouth construction firm to pay safety fines
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