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Evaluation of Magnetic Field Exposure to Office Employees from an Electrical Transformer
"NIOSH [National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health] investigators evaluated exposures to magnetic fields in the timekeeping office of a correctional institution. All personal and area magnetic field measurements were well below applicable OELs [Occupational exposure limit]. Exposures can be further lowered by reducing the time spent near magnetic field sources and increasing the distance between these sources and employees."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; United States. Department of Health and Human Services
Couch, James B.; Fent, Kenneth W.
2010-01
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Evaluation of Cancer, Indoor Environmental Quality, and Potential Chemical Hazards at a Police Department
"The numbers and types of cancer reported among employees of the CPD [Cincinnati Police Department], CIS [Criminal Investigation Section] did not appear unusual and were unlikely related to workplace exposures. None of the chemicals used regularly were known to cause cancer in humans, and all personal exposures were below OELs [Occupational exposure limit]. Recommendations were provided to correct problems with the design and function of the HVAC [Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning] and LEV [Local exhaust ventilation] systems and to develop a forensic laboratory health and safety plan."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; United States. Department of Health and Human Services
Fent, Kenneth W.; Almazan, Anthony
2009-12
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Fact Sheet: Interim Guidance for Protecting Workers from Occupational Exposure to Zika Virus [Spanish]
Note: This document is in Spanish. "The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are monitoring the impact of the Zika virus on Central and South America, Mexico, and parts of the Caribbean, including U.S. states and territories. For the most up-to-date information, check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Zika website frequently. Some U.S. states have mosquitoes that can infect and transmit the Zika virus, yet infections associated with the Zika virus have been travel-related. Visit the Areas with Zika website from the CDC to learn where transmission is present. Workers who are exposed on the job to mosquitoes or blood or other body fluids of infected individuals may be at risk for occupationally acquired Zika virus infection. This interim guidance provides employers and workers with information and guidance on preventing occupational exposure to the Zika virus. The guidance may be updated as additional information becomes available." This document is also available in English at [https://www.hsdl.org/?abstract&did=792130].
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
2016-04-10
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Hospital Respiratory Protection Program Toolkit: Resources for Respirator Program Administrators
"Healthcare personnel are paid and unpaid
persons who provide patient care in a healthcare
setting or support the delivery of healthcare
by providing clerical, dietary, housekeeping,
engineering, security, or maintenance services.
Healthcare personnel may potentially be
exposed to ATD [aerosol transmissible disease] pathogens. Aerosols are particles
or droplets suspended in air. ATDs are diseases
transmitted when infectious agents, which are
suspended or present in particles or droplets,
contact the mucous membranes or are inhaled.
Hospitals are unique work environments
with challenging occupational health and
safety issues. Some hospitals have health and
safety personnel who are highly qualified
to develop and implement appropriate
policies and procedures to control workplace
exposures. However, in many facilities with
more limited resources, the role of the health
and safety professional might be taken on as
an added responsibility by someone in the
nursing, employee health, or infection control
department. This toolkit is written as a practical
manual that can be used by anyone charged with
setting up and maintaining a hospital respiratory
protection program."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); United States. Department of Labor; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration . . .
2015-05
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20 Years: Commemoration, Reflection, Healing
From the Document: "The 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001 comes at a troubled time. The entire WTC [World Trade Center] Health Program community has experienced hardships stemming from the COVID-19 [coronavirus disease 2019] pandemic including health problems, the stress of disrupted daily activities, and the loss of valued social connections. During these challenging times, it is more important than ever that the members of this community, formed through their shared experience of another catastrophe, are there for each other, to share wisdom, support, and connection. Know that you are not alone and that the WTC Health Program is here to help in times of crisis." This 2021 Member Newsletter provides data updates, program news, and other resources for individuals with health issues related to exposure during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program . . .
2021
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Mold: Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita
"The duration and extent of flooding and the number of structures flooded as a result of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita make the likelihood of massive mold contamination in buildings a certainty. Many structures remained flooded weeks after the hurricane and became saturated with water. Some early observers suggested that as many as 60% to 80% of residential structures in New Orleans sustained severe flood damage. Outside New Orleans, extensive hurricane damage without prolonged flooding occurred. This more typical pattern of destruction as a result of wind and rain will result in problems with mold, but will not be as extensive as in New Orleans. This publication provides comprehensive information on how to limit exposure to mold and how to identify and prevent mold-related health effects. It will be especially useful to public health practitioners, health care providers, building managers, custodians, and others who are responsible for building maintenance. Contractors and other professionals (e.g. environmental consultants and other health or safety professionals) who respond to mold or moisture situations in buildings will also find the information of use, as might the public."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; National Center for Infectious Diseases (U.S.) . . .
2005-10
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Evaluation of 2009 Pandemic Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Exposure Among Internal Medicine Housestaff and Fellows
"In August 2009, NIOSH [National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health] received an HHE [Health Hazard Evaluation] request from the director of the internal medicine residency program at UUSM [University of Utah, School of Medicine] concerning the exposure of internal medicine housestaff to the pH1N1 virus. A number of internal medicine housestaff were reportedly diagnosed with pH1N1 in June 2009, and more housestaff were reported to have ILI [Influenza-like illness], leading to significant absenteeism in this program. The exact extent of the disease, risk factors leading to infection, and modes of transmission among the internal medicine housestaff were unknown at the time of the request."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); United States. Department of Health and Human Services; National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health . . .
de Perio, Marie A.; Brueck, Scott E.; Mueller, Charles A.
2010-10
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Fentanyl: Safety Recommendations for First Responders
From the Document: "[1] The abuse of drugs containing fentanyl is killing Americans. Misinformation and inconsistent recommendations regarding fentanyl have resulted in confusion in the first responder community. [2] You as a first responder (law enforcement, fire, rescue, and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel) are increasingly likely to encounter fentanyl in your daily activities (e.g., responding to overdose calls, conducting traffic stops, arrests, and searches). [3] This document provides scientific, evidence-based recommendations to protect yourself from exposure."
United States. Office of National Drug Control Policy; United States. Department of Justice; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.) . . .
2018?
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Fourth Generation Agents: Reference Guide
"This guide was developed as part of ongoing preparedness for all hazards and is intended to inform decisions, protect emergency responders, and support response operations if an incident ever occurs involving a fourth generation agent (FGA, also known as A-series or Novichok nerve agents), such as the one used in the United Kingdom in 2018. No illicit use or manufacture of an FGA or other nerve agent is known to have occurred in the United States, and there is no known threat of any nerve agent use in the United States."
National Library of Medicine (U.S.); United States. Department of Defense; United States. Department of Transportation . . .
2019-01
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Fourth Generation Agents: Medical Management Guidelines
"These guidelines were developed as part of ongoing preparedness for all hazards and are intended to support fire, EMS [emergency medical services], and hospital staff in the medical management of patients if an incident occurs involving a fourth generation agent (FGA, also known as A-series or Novichok nerve agents), such as the one used in the United Kingdom (U.K.) in 2018. No illicit use or manufacture of an FGA or other nerve agent is known to have occurred in the United States (U.S.), and there is no known threat of any nerve agent use in the U.S. This document is divided into two sections: pages 5-7 include recommendations for fire and EMS responders and pages 8-11 include recommendations for hospital staff, with some repetition between the two. As part of ongoing standard preparedness, jurisdictions should update their existing plans with this information and integrate it into in-service training curricula."
National Library of Medicine (U.S.); United States. Department of Defense; United States. Department of Health and Human Services . . .
2019-01
