Introduction Inadequate ventilation and improper use of personal protective equipment are
often observed in many occupational settings with a high risk of dust and other fine particle …

Background This study was undertaken to determine the effect of wood dust on the
respiratory system and oxidative stress in furniture workers and to determine whether any …

OBJECTIVES The possible adverse respiratory effects of airborne pollutants in sawmills
have not been thoroughly investigated in Iran. Additionally, the extent to which workers are …

Ill-health from wood dust inhalation results in decreased work output and increased
morbidity. Despite the potentially hazardous nature of the work, there has been little …

BACKGROUND: Results from many studies suggest that workplace exposure to organic
dust may lead to adverse respiratory effects in exposed workers. AIM: In order to assess the …

The study was done to assess the influence of smoking on respiratory symptoms and
respiratory function in sawmill workers in Benin City. 150 sawmill workers who were all …

Industri percetakan merupakan industri yang dalam proses produksinya menghasilkan
pencemar udara seperti Particulate Matter (PM). Kadar PM2, 5 yang melampaui batas dapat …

Introduction: Sawmill workers are exposed to hazards and subsequent health problems. A
workplace risk assessment and risk control measures will reduce morbidity and mortality …

The objective of this study was to assess factors affecting lung function among 685 workers
in the rubberwood (Hevea brasiliensis) furniture industry in the Chonburi and Rayung …

Abstract Background and Aims Occupational exposure to wood dust leads to lung function
abnormalities that are prominent causes of morbidity and disability of sawmill workers. The …