Publication Date |
1981 |
Personal Author |
White, G. L.; Thoburn, T. W.; Colligan, M. J. |
Page Count |
38 |
Abstract |
Environmental and personal samples were analyzed for benzene (71432), cellosolve (110805), n-butyl-acetate (123864), methyl-ethyl-ketone (78933), isopropyl-alcohol (67630), and petroleum-naphta (8030306), at the Texas Boot Company (SIC-3149) in Hartsville, Tennessee, during August and October, 1978 to ascertain the causes of an epidemic by the Tennessee Division of Occupational Safety and Health on behalf of approximately 501 employees. Medical interviews and psychological tests were administered to the workers. The authors conclude that the epidemic of dizziness, nausea, and fainting at this facility was due to the environmental and psychological factors. They recommend the exercise of good personal hygiene, the development of a health and safety program, and control measures to minimize adverse chemical exposure. |
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Corporate Authors |
National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH. Hazard Evaluations and Technical Assistance Branch. |
Document Type |
Technical Report |
NTIS Issue Number |
198220 |