Influence of task-based airborne lead exposures on blood lead levels: a case study of informal automobile repair artisans in Nakuru town, Kenya
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DOI: 10.1007/s10653-019-00464-7
Abstract: Lead poisoning is an emerging worldwide public health concern, especially in the developing countries. Occupational tasks such as spray painting and welding in informal automobile repair enterprises present risks of exposures to lead generally through… read more here.
Keywords: lead levels; airborne lead; exposure; lead ... See more keywords
The perceived effects and comfort of various body armour systems on police officers while performing occupational tasks
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DOI: 10.1186/s40557-018-0228-x
Abstract: BackgroundThe nature of police work often necessitates use of Individual Light Armour Vests (ILAVs) for officer protection. Previous research has demonstrated various biomechanical and physical performance impacts of ILAVs, however, little knowledge exists on the… read more here.
Keywords: police officers; vas; performance; body armour ... See more keywords