Health Hazard Evaluation Report HETA 81-119-1454, James River Power Plant, City Utilities, Springfield, Missouri

摘要

In February 1982, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) received a request from the Safety Department of City Utilities, Springfield, Missouri, for a health hazard evaluation at the James River Power Plant. NIOSH conducted a preliminary walk-through in March 1982 and a combined environmental/medical follow-up survey on July 20-27, 1982. Based on the results of these evaluations, NIOSH has determined that a potential health hazard did exist, since the noise levels exceeded NIOSH and ACGIH criteria. In addition, the potential for heat stress exposure existed in some plant locations. The results of the medical survey did not indicate significant respiratory problems related to duration of employment in the power plant. Recommendations to improve personal protective equipment and to reduce occupational exposures are contained in Section VIII of this report.