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Health Hazard Evaluation of Deepwater Horizon Response Workers [Health Hazard Evaluation Interim Report 3 Summary]
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2010/09/01
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Description:On May 28, 2010, BP requested a health hazard evaluation of Deepwater Horizon Response workers. The third in a series of interim reports from this health hazard evaluation was issued July 22, 2010. Below is a summary of the main findings and recommendations from this report.
PBZ and area air concentrations of the contaminants measured during an oil skimming mission aboard the M/V Queen Bee on June 14-16, 2010 were below occupational exposure limits. No workers reported acute health symptoms. NIOSH observed the potential for skin contact with oil while placing and removing the skimmer and boom from the water and during cleaning activities on deck. NIOSH investigators observed that workers wore appropriate protective equipment.
NIOSH recommended continued use of eye protection, coveralls, rubber chemical boots, hard hats, and nitrile gloves for those on the deck during oil skimming operations with greater potential for dermal contact. Ear muffs should be worn when working on or near the high volume pumping unit. NIOSH also recommended continued attention to preventing heat-related illness.
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Pages in Document:2 unnumbered pages
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Federal Fiscal Year:2011
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Peer Reviewed:False
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Resource Number:HETA 2010-0115
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