Abstract : The pathogens of greatest concern that may be transmitted by a needlestick injury (NSI) are hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The objective of ...
Abstract : The aim of this report from the BGIA – Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the German Social Accident Insurance is to present summarised information on respirable quartz dust ...
Summary: The increasingly widespread use of microprocessors in safety-related products such as controls and sensors has led to particular requirements being placed upon their safety. The response ...
Abstract : The effects of vibration when working with handheld and hand-guided devices (Hand-Arm Vibration – HAV) and when driving mobile work machines and vehicles (Whole-Body Vibrations – WBV) ...
Abstract: Exposure to strong solar radiation may cause sunburn and skin cancer. Sunscreen products applied to the skin are therefore frequently used. Their main function is to protect against ...
Abstract: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a disorder of the hand wrist caused by mechanical entrapment or inflammation of the median nerve. Accepted risk factors include age, gender, hormonal ...
