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David Weil reports that many of the nation's largest construction contractors had not been inspected in recently by OSHA....
Although manufactured insulation fibers are sold as a safe alternative to asbestos, some studies suggest a possible cancer risk....
Researchers in Finland have found that retroperitoneal fibrosis, a rare disease, may be caused by exposure to asbestos....
Article highlighting how cheap portable Local Exhaust Ventilation units can reduce exposure to welding fumes....
This CPWR Hazard Alert on Lyme disease focuses on construction workers who work outdoors, especially in the Northeast, and their risk of contracting L...
This CPWR Hazard Alert on Noise and Hearing Loss describes the noise levels generated by construction equipment and steps to reduce the risk of hearin...
This CPWR Hazard Alert on Skin Problems in construction lists problems caused by exposure of skin to wet concrete, solvents, and adhesives, and advice...
1999 study of hearing loss among construction workers based on a sample covering 1960-1975....
In a guide aimed at contractors and workers, a CPWR researcher explains OSHA’s focused/partial inspection program targeting the major construction w...
Of historical interest: 1942 speech by industrial hygienist discussing dangers of welding fumes and asbestos fibers....
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