Epigenetic Markers Are Associated With Differences in Isocyanate Biomarker Levels in Exposed Spray-Painters [PDF]
Frontiers in Genetics, 2021 Isocyanates are respiratory and skin sensitizers that are one of the main causes of occupational asthma globally. Genetic and epigenetic markers are associated with isocyanate-induced asthma and, before asthma develops, we have shown that genetic ...
Laura W. Taylor +3 more
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Work Practices and Health Problems of Spray Painters Exposed to Organic Solvents in Ile-Ife, Nigeria [PDF]
Journal of Health and Pollution, 2020 Background. Automobile spray painters in Nigeria are exposed to organic solvents due to the hazardous nature of their work. Inadequate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may intensify exposure to high levels of chemical hazards with resultant ...
Temitope Olumuyiwa Ojo +6 more
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Assessment of heavy metals among auto workers in metropolitan city: a case study [PDF]
Frontiers in Public Health, 2023 In recent decades, heavy metals (HMs) have emerged as a global health concern. Unfortunately, in Pakistan, there is a general lack of awareness regarding the potential health risks associated with HMs pollution among automobile workers.
Kaleem Khan +14 more
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Evidence of seasonal changes in airborne particulate matter concentration and occupation-specific variations in pulmonary function and haematological parameters among some workers in Enugu Southeast Nigeria: a randomized cross-sectional observational study [PDF]
Archives of Public Health, 2022 Background Upsurge in cardiopulmonary dysfunctions in Enugu, Nigeria, involved mainly cement workers, automobile spray painters, woodworkers, and Cleaners and was worsened in the dry season, suggesting the need for an occupation-specific characterization
Sam Chidi Ibeneme +11 more
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Lead content in automotive paints purchased at formal and informal outlets in Kenya [PDF]
Heliyon, 2023 Lead (Pb) is added to automotive paints to prevent corrosion on metallic surfaces, for decorative colours, and for reflective properties to heighten visibility, and enhanced drying time, and durability.
Lilian Mwai +2 more
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Environmental Working Conditions, Lung Function and Total Serum Bile Acids of Spray Painters Exposed to Organic Solvents in Ile-Ife, Nigeria [PDF]
Journal of Health and Pollution, 2017 Background. Nigeria has a growing spray painting industry, however, the burden of occupational health problems related to organic solvent exposure among spray painters in Nigeria is under-studied. Objectives.
Temitope Olumuyiwa Ojo +3 more
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Biological Monitoring of Blood Naphthalene Levels as a Marker of Occupational Exposure to PAHs among Auto-Mechanics and Spray Painters in Rawalpindi [PDF]
BMC Public Health, 2011 Background Routine exposure to chemical contaminants in workplace is a cause for concern over potential health risks to workers. In Pakistan, reports on occupational exposure and related health risks are almost non-existent, which reflects the scarce ...
Cheema Iqbal U +3 more
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Occupational exposure to volatile organic compounds affects microRNA profiling: Towards the identification of novel biomarkers [PDF]
Toxicology Reports, 2020 In the framework of a project aimed at finding novel predictive biomarkers of VOCs exposure-related diseases, the effect of exposure to ethylbenzene, toluene, and xylene has been analyzed in a group of painters (spray- and roller-painters) working in the
Renata Sisto +9 more
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Fabrication of Battery-Operated Roof Paint Sprayer with Automatic Charging Off System
International Journal of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, 2023 The study was conducted at Barangay San Juan, Aborlan, Palawan, and was evaluated from April to December 2021. Fabrication of the device was based on the needs of roof painters to lessen their exposure to sunlight during roof painting.
Romel B. Panis
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Environment International, 2021 Epoxy resin systems based on Bisphenol A Diglycidyl Ether (BADGE) monomer and its higher oligomers are important commercial formulations used widely in construction for protective coating of steel structures, such as bridges.
Anila Bello, Yalong Xue, Dhimiter Bello
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