2 10 23 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Interactions toxicologiques en milieu de travail, phase 1 (version papier - non disponible) Subject The topic of the resource Although workers are often exposed to contaminant mixtures, exposure regulations do not take into account the effects of the various types of contaminant interactions capable of modifying toxicity. To remedy this situation, the scientific literature will be critically reviewed and a database of the toxicity of mixtures developed and made accessible. The database will be used to produce French-language data sheets (including information on the primary target organs of substances listed in Appendix A of the Regulation Concerning the Quality of the Work Environment) which will be available on the Internet. With this information, health and safety specialists will be able to quantify contaminant interactions for any given situation. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_807.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_807.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Évaluation du confinement des aires de préparation lors de l'application de peinture Subject The topic of the resource Attempts to prevent isocyanate-induced occupational asthma invariably focus on automobile paint shops. In collaboration with the joint sector-based association concerned, the IRSST has already conducted two studies in this area, the first on the evaluation of isocyanate exposure levels and the second on the effectiveness of paint booths. To obtain a complete overview of isocyanate exposure levels in paint shops, however, it was necessary to document exposure at work stations located outside paint booths, especially the new ventilated "Prep Stations" used for the past few years in certain shops for paint application. The authors evaluated the potential exposure levels at the stations and the effectiveness of these stations in eliminating airborne contaminants. This publication documents the efficiency of preventive measures in this type of environment. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100014.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100014.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Synthesis of scientific knowledge on the health risks following occupational exposure to manganese Subject The topic of the resource Over the last few years, numerous workers exposed to manganese fumes developed symptoms suggesting occupational manganism. The CSST and the prevention network did not have any standardized procedures for diagnosing this disease. A medical committee, established to provide answers to the clinical aspects of this question, was able to define occupational manganism clearly and to establish criteria for its classification and diagnosis. The committee also proposed a plan for monitoring and treating affected people. Early screening of asymptomatic workers was not recommended. However, once a worker has been diagnosed with manganism, his exposure to manganese or to other neurotoxic substances should be at the lowest level possible. With this information and other work carried out in Québec to document occupational exposure to manganese, this emerging problem can be better managed. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100010.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100010.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Synthèse des connaissances scientifiques sur les risques d'atteinte à la santé suite à une exposition professionnelle au manganèse Subject The topic of the resource Over the last few years, numerous workers exposed to manganese fumes developed symptoms suggesting occupational manganism. The CSST and the prevention network did not have any standardized procedures for diagnosing this disease. A medical committee, established to provide answers to the clinical aspects of this question, was able to define occupational manganism clearly and to establish criteria for its classification and diagnosis. The committee also proposed a plan for monitoring and treating affected people. Early screening of asymptomatic workers was not recommended. However, once a worker has been diagnosed with manganism, his exposure to manganese or to other neurotoxic substances should be at the lowest level possible. With this information and other work carried out in Québec to document occupational exposure to manganese, this emerging problem can be better managed. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_883.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_883.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Impact des interactions toxicologiques sur la gestion des situations d'exposition à des contaminants multiples Subject The topic of the resource Criteria related to exposure to multiple contaminants does not usually take into account possible interactions and, therefore, possible changes in their toxicity. In phase two of this project, researchers will explain the potential interactions of substances used in the workplace that are already controlled and documented. They will then propose a method for calculating the response of the human body, to determine whether or not the adjusted mean exposure value of the combination of these substances has been exceeded, and develop a questionnnaire regarding possible interactions. Using the information from this database, it will be possible to make qualitative judgements, for each known situation, on the nature of contaminant interaction and on the health effects of the contaminants. Integrated into the CSST's Toxicological Index, this data will be useful to occupational health and safety stakeholders and can also be disseminated on the Internet. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100147.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100147.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Summary of good cleanup and decontamination practices for workplaces with Beryllium containing dust (Collaborative document) Subject The topic of the resource "This document presents a summary of good cleanup and decontamination practices for workplaces where beryllium (Be) is found, based on a review of scientific and technical documentation. Its objective is to inform on-site staff about these good practices, and encourage broader discussion on how current knowledge can be applied to the Quebec context. The second step will involve drafting a decontamination guide, complete with a prevention program for workers directly involved in decontamination exercises. The content of this document summarizes good practices recommended by the Department of Energy (DOE), the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Cardiff Atomic Weapons Establishment of the United Kingdom, and the U.S. company Brush Wellman Inc., and adapts them to the Quebec context. It also revisits the major ideas expressed in the Info-Beryllium newsletter and refers to the sampling and analysis methods of renowned organizations (NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, OSHA, IRSST (Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail), as well as to Quebec regulations." Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100113.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/fr/_publicationirsst_100113.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Formaldéhyde en milieu de travail : guide de prévention Subject The topic of the resource For three years, the IRSST carried out a study to evaluate the economic and health impacts of lowering the Québec permissible exposure value for formaldehyde in response to a request from the CSST. The institute's researchers directed a multidisciplinary team consisting of some ten scientists who mainly documented worker exposure in 31 activity sectors in Québec. The many findings from their work became the subject of reports, communications and scientific articles. The aim of this new project is the optimum promotion of the knowledge thus acquired to Québec professionals. This transfer of knowledge will involve two approaches: the writing of a prevention guide covering all of the health and safety aspects related to formaldehyde, and the preparation of safety data sheets for several activity sectors, in collaboration with the sector partners. Transfer of knowledge to intermediaries in various environments will result in the implementation of more effective means of preventing the effects of formaldehyde on workers' health. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100211.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100211.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Détermination de la concentration d'isocyanates aéroportés pendant la dégradation thermique de peinture automobile dans des ateliers de réparation de carrosserie. Subject The topic of the resource A previous laboratory study demonstrated that the thermal degradation of polyurethane-based car body paints could generate isocyanates, which are potentially harmful substances. It also led to the in situ development and validation of a sampling system adapted to the isocyanates produced during the thermal degradation process. In the field, various variables can affect the capture efficiency. The researchers will attempt to validate the sampling technique under actual working conditions and to establish an indicator for evaluating the overall exposure of workers to the isocyanates generated by the thermal degradation of paints. This method will be made available to the preventionists and workplaces involved. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100190.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100190.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portrait de l'utilisation des produits à base d'acrylates en milieux de travail québécois Subject The topic of the resource Widely used in many industrial sectors, acrylates can cause allergic sensitization, rhinoconjunctivitis and occupational asthma. Knowledge about their exact nature and the generation and analysis methods, in the laboratory as well as by direct-reading instruments, would allow safe bronchial provocation tests to be developed in the exposure chambers created by the IRSST. This activity is an initial step, which consists of documenting the acrylates used in Québec and the evaluation methods available. It will allow a strategy to be established for investigating these compounds and their related health problems. Avenues for R&D and new services will result from this work, namely safe methods for diagnosing respiratory diseases attributable to acrylates. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100188.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100188.html</a> Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Environmental - Hazards - Chemical Hazards Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Guide on respiratory protection against bioaerosols - Recommendations for selection and use Subject The topic of the resource No respiratory protection guide specific to biological hazards exists. To make up for this deficiency, the review committee for Schedule 1 of the Regulation respecting occupational health and safety asked the IRSST to produce such a document. The authors will take into account two types of hazards: infections associated with living bioaerosols, and the immunological or toxic reactions caused by microorganisms, even dead ones. The guide that will result from their work will be useful to workers exposed to biological hazards and to the people responsible for protecting them by determining the need to wear respiratory protective equipment and by making it easier to choose the most appropriate device, based on the case. Description An account of the resource <a target="_blank" href="http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100283.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.irsst.qc.ca/en/_publicationirsst_100283.html</a>