Dust levels in an asbestos-cement factory: problem solving

Am J Ind Med. 1986;10(5-6):533-7. doi: 10.1002/ajim.4700100509.

Abstract

Isasbest Ltd., an asbestos-cement factory in Israel, has established dust-preventive measures, maintained high ecological and medical standards, and assisted afflicted workers suffering from asbestos-related diseases. The problems of the handling of asbestos and its relationship to health should be approached according to the conditions in each specific workplace so that reasonable solutions can be found for proper control.

MeSH terms

  • Air Pollution / prevention & control
  • Asbestos / adverse effects*
  • Calcium Hydroxide / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Israel
  • Occupational Diseases / etiology*

Substances

  • Asbestos
  • Calcium Hydroxide