Chemical Exposure in Nail Salon Technicians

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• Personal Author:
  Clendenin B
• Description:
  Objective: Nail salon technicians are exposed to toxic chemicals in the workplace. There is little regulation of cosmetics in the U.S. placing nail salon technicians at risk for developing both acute and chronic adverse health effects. Nail salon technicians face multiple cultural and educational barriers that can be addressed by educating both employers and employees regarding control mechanisms recommended by NIOSH to limit toxic chemical exposure. Methods: A systematic review of published literature was conducted. Databases searched included CINAHL, PubMed, Google Scholar, CDC, NIOSH, and OSHA. Results: Although studies have indicated chemical exposure below the Occupational Safety and Health Administrations Permissible Exposure Limits, technicians still commonly report respiratory symptoms and dermatitis. Workers who wear surgical type masks believe it will protect them from chemicals and dust. A National Institute of Safety and Health study indicates decreased lung functioning and increased airway inflammation in workers chronically exposed to acrylics. Evaluating air quality in 21 nail salons revealed carbon dioxide levels well above the Environmental Protection Agencies standards for indicating adequate ventilation. Carbon dioxide levels in 22 salons exceeded EPA standards. Sixty-four percent did not have any mechanical ventilation to provide fresh air or provide local exhaust. Conclusion: The occupational health and safety nurse can educate and promote the use of local exhaust systems, appropriate use of respirators, gloves, and avoidance of products containing toluene, formaldehyde, or dibutyl phthalate. [Description provided by NIOSH]
• Subjects:
  Carbon Dioxide Chemistry Cosmetics Database Dermatitis Education Environmental Exposure Formaldehyde Hazardous Substances Lung Diseases Occupational Health Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protective Devices Respiratory Tract Diseases Risk Assessment Risk Factors Safety Skin Toluene Ventilation Workplace

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• Keywords:
  Acrylics Carbon Dioxide Chemical Composition Chemical Properties Chemicals Cosmetics Workers Databases Dermal Exposures Dibutyl Phthalate Employees Exhaust Systems Exposure Levels Face Masks Gloves Health Effects Nail Technicians Pulmonary System Disorders Respirators Respiratory System Disorders Risk Factors Toxins Work Environment Workers

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• Publisher:
  University of South Florida (USF)
• Document Type:
  Text
• Funding:
  Grant
• Genre:
  Abstract or Summary
• Place as Subject:
  Florida ; OSHA Region 4
• CIO:
  National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
• Topic:
  Workplace Safety & Health
• Location:
  North America
• Pages in Document:
  8
• NIOSHTIC Number:
  nn:20063922
• Citation:
  Sunshine ERC Research Poster Session/USF Health Research Day, February 20-22, 2014, Tampa, Florida. Tampa, FL: University of South Florida (USF), 2014 Feb; :8
• Contact Point Address:
  Brianna Clendenin, USF Sunshine ERC Occupational Health Nursing Program
• CAS Registry Number:
  Carbon dioxide (CAS RN 124-38-9) ; Dibutyl phthalate (CAS RN 84-74-2) ; Formaldehyde (CAS RN 50-00-0) ; Toluene (CAS RN 108-88-3)
• Federal Fiscal Year:
  2014
• Performing Organization:
  Sunshine Education and Research Center, University of South Florida
• Peer Reviewed:
  False
• Start Date:
  20050701
• Source Full Name:
  Sunshine ERC Research Poster Session/USF Health Research Day, February 20-22, 2014, Tampa, Florida
• End Date:
  20290630
• Collection(s):
  National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
• Main Document Checksum:
  urn:sha-512:86766355fd651a72d6722180086e9574c595097330e559a0b8d0b94dd95292808587bde8b43377d54fe35c767c6fb3c80c60f1b2a331d83f4de94d641f79484b
• Download URL:
  https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/222457/cdc_222457_DS1.pdf
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