Citation

Goller JW, Paik NW. Am. Ind. Hyg. Assoc. J. 1985; 46(2): 89-93.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1985, American Industrial Hygiene Association)

DOI

10.1080/15298668591394455

PMID

3976500

Abstract

A study was conducted to compare the iron oxide fume concentrations inside and outside the helmets of welders. Airborne iron oxide fume concentrations were determined simultaneously at four body locations--the left front shoulder, right front shoulder, front chest, and inside the helmet--during welders' normal activity.

RESULTS indicate that the fume concentrations at the actual breathing zone inside helmets are reduced to 36%-71% of concentrations outside the helmets, depending on the type of welding and employees' postures.

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