Heavy metals (HMs) emitted into the atmosphere from various sources pose numerous health risks, including cancer, respiratory and skin disorders, neurological effects. This research aimed to conduct comprehensive quantitative semi-quantitative risk assessments concerning HMs exposure among employees within Iron Steel industry. The study included a group of 149 workers exposed HMs. Air sampling analysis were conducted according NIOSH 7300 method. assessment followed delineations provided by...

Abstract Aim: Occupational exposure to electromagnetic fields has attracted attention due potential health effects. This cross-sectional study investigates the impact of static magnetic (SMFs) on sleep quality workers in a combined cycle power plant. Methods: A total 185 participated this study. Magnetic flux density was measured using calibrated HI-3550 field personal monitor. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index Questionnaire employed assess quality. Data analysis conducted SPSS version 19...

Exposure to whole body vibration in heavy mine vehicle drivers and its association with upper limbs musculoskeletal disorders

The aim of this study was to investigate exposure dust, and metal fumes, changes in pulmonary function indices among industrial workers estimate the carcinogenic non-carcinogenic risk occupational fume.<br /><br />Methods: This cross-sectional performed on 98 exposed fumes. Air sampling according NIOSH 0500 method analyzed by gravimetry levels were atomic absorption spectrometry. Spirometric results for 2010-2016 collected. Carcinogenic assessments US Environmental Protection Agency...

This study aims to determine the human error probability during emergency evacuation of offshore platforms with HEART technique. In this study, after completing an maneuver a fire and explosion scenario, HTA method was used identify segregate activities, technique utilized estimate probability. Lastly, suitable control measures were suggested based on evaluation's findings. event explosion, safest means evacuating people leaving platform include by lifeboat, rescue floats ships nearby,...

Manganese (Mn) is an essential element crucial for the proper functioning of human body. However, excessive exposure to manganese can lead complications, particularly neurotoxicity. Among health issues associated with heavy metals, one major concerns in adverse effect on sleep quality. A total 189 employees from a steel factory were divided into two groups: exposed (149 people) and non-exposed (40 people). Air samples collected using NIOSH 7300 method, blood obtained at end each shift. The...

Abstract Aim: City bus drivers are exposed to various harmful factors such as noise and vibration, which may cause adverse health effects. This study was conducted with the aim of investigating impact exposure noise, ergonomic on quality sleep prevalence musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among city in Neyshabur, Iran. Methods: Sixty-two from Iran, participated this study. Their level measured according ISO 5128:1980 standard, vibration 2631 standard. Sleep (SQual) evaluated Pittsburgh SQual...

Introduction: Exposure to vibration and noise has been identified potentially contribute work-related fatigue, consequently causing a range of adverse effects on job performance.Method: In this study, sample 62 city bus drivers underwent examination evaluate levels through the utilization TES dosimeter. Additionally, measurements were conducted using an SV 106 meter. Furthermore, level occupational fatigue was determined Swedish questionnaire. Results: it observed that subjected average...

Objective: Silica is the most abundant substance on Earth’s crust and a proven carcinogen. The aim of this study was to measure occupational exposure stone carvers crystalline silica evaluate health risks. Methods: This descriptive analytical cross-sectional performed 79 carvers. Inhalation air sampling by NIOSH7500 method amount determined X-ray diffraction (XRD). Semi-quantitative quantitative risk assessments were using methods Singapore Department US Environmental Protection Agency...

Background and Aims: Shift work can lead to adverse health effects including gastrointestinal cardiovascular disorders. The recent study aimed compare the prevalence of disorders among day nurses, shift nurses office employees Kerman University Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran. Methods: This was a cross-sectional conducted in 2011. In this study, 159 working at hospitals affiliated Sciences 167 same university participated. Data obtained using researcher-made questionnaire analyzed by SPSS...

Introduction: Today, burnout has emerged as a significant concern affecting the well-being of employees within various groups and organizations. Numerous factors, including vibrations noise, have been identified impacting job burnout. City bus drivers are individuals who frequently exposed to wide range stressors pressures. Consequently, this study aims evaluate influence noise vibration exposure on specifically city in Neyshabur. Material method: In conducted study, total 62 from Neishabur...

Introduction: Carpet weaving is one of the most common occupations in Iran. Studies have shown that majority workers these industries are women and people exposed to high occupational risks such as musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). This study aimed evaluate hands activity level upper extremity work-related (UEWMSDs) symptoms female carpet weavers (FCWs). Methods: case-control observational was performed on 150 FCWs a workshop case group office staff control group. In order assess risk...