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An inquiry into the theory, causes and consequences of monitoring indicators of health and safety at work [PDF]

, 2010
This paper engages in an interdisciplinary survey of the current state of knowledge related to the theory, determinants and consequences of occupational safety and health (OSH).
Pouliakas, Konstantinos, Theodossiou, Ioannis   +1 more
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Beyond Tradition: An Integrated Toxicological, Ecological, and Public Health Perspective on Aristolochic Acids

Journal of Applied Toxicology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aristolochia species have long been used in traditional medicine for their presumed anti‐inflammatory, analgesic and antimicrobial properties. However, extensive toxicological and epidemiological evidence now demonstrates that these plants contain aristolochic acids (AAs) I and II, highly potent nephrotoxic, genotoxic, and carcinogenic ...
Victor Ventura de Souza, Lara Rodrigues De Andrade, Tatiana da Silva Souza   +2 more
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Occupational Health Profiles among Informal Sector Workers in Jepara, Central Java [PDF]

, 2018
Background: Every industry presents various kinds of safety hazards to its employees. The spectrum of possible occupational safety risks ranges from severe and immediate physical dangers to milder hazards.
Bakri, S. (Saekhol ), Hariyana, B. (Bambang ), Nugraheni, A. (Arwinda ), Pramono, D. (Dodik), Suharto, S. (Suharto), Wahyudi, F. (Firdaus)   +5 more
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Glycemic Regulation and Renal Function by Heavy Metal Exposure: A Cross‐Sectional Analysis on Cement Plant Workers

Journal of Applied Toxicology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Heavy metal exposure is known to have various effects on renal function and blood glucose regulation. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of cement dust and some metal (cadmium, manganese, nickel, and zinc) exposure on blood glucose and renal function parameters in male cement plant workers.
Duygu Seyhan Erdoğan, Fatma Bozdag, Fatıma Betül Topcu, Osman Burak Demirbas, Sultan Pinar Cetintepe, Mustafa Necmi Ilhan   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Occupational accidents in a woodcraft village in Vietnam

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Health
Introduction: In Vietnam, carpentry is one of fourteen main craft groups, making a significant contribution to socio-economic development. Carpentry villages are facing a fairly common situation of labor accidents.
Thu Vu Van, Ly Truong Thi
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Self-reported occupational accidents and affecting factors among the adult population

Cadernos Brasileiros de Terapia Ocupacional, 2020
Introduction: As official occupational accident records are insufficient in developing countries such as Turkey, self-reported numbers are a better reflection of the real scope of occupational accidents among Turkish workers.
Mikail Özdemir, Dilsad Save
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Determinants of Occupational Injuries Among Building Construction Workers in Kampala City, Uganda [PDF]

, 2019
Background Globally, about 1000 people die and close to 860,000 people sustain injury at work daily. Injury prevention and control require contextual evidence, although most studies in Uganda have focused on general causes.
Bazeyo, William, Byonanebye, Joseph, Halage, Abdullah Ali, Kiconco, Arthur, Ruhinda, nathan, Ssempebwa, John C., Watya, Stephen   +6 more
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Exploring the Chemical Complexity and Toxicological Behaviour of Semi‐permanent Make‐Up Pigments: A Systematic Review

Journal of Applied Toxicology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Semi‐permanent make‐up (SPMU), or micropigmentation, involves implanting pigments into the dermal layer of the skin for cosmetic enhancement. Unlike topical cosmetics, which are rapidly cleared from the body, SPMU pigments persist in living tissues, raising unique toxicological considerations.
T. A. N. Kaye, M. B. Komane, A. P. Manyisane, R. Manganyi   +3 more
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Enabling Effective Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Interventions

Safety and Health at Work
Background: The design, implementation, and evaluation are three important stages of occupational safety and health (OSH) interventions. Historically, there has been a tendency to prioritize implementation, often neglecting detailed design and rigorous ...
Gaia Vitrano, Davide Urso, Guido J.L. Micheli, Armando Guglielmi, Diego De Merich, Mauro Pellicci   +5 more
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Hazard function deployment: a QFD-based tool for the assessment of working tasks–a practical study in the construction industry [PDF]

, 2018
Despite the efforts made, the number of accidents has not significantly decreased in the construction industry. The main reasons can be found in the peculiarities of working activities in this sector, where hazard analysis and safety management are more ...
Fargnoli, Mario, Guadagno, Francesco, Haber, Nicolas, Lombardi, Mara   +3 more
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