Walk-Thru Survey of the Talc Bagging Operation at Cyprus Industrial Minerals Company, Three Forks, Montana

摘要

NIOSH studies have demonstrated a need to examine the packing processes used for dry chemicals. A large number of workers in a variety of industries are involved in the packing process. Semi-bulk bagging at Cyprus's Three Forks Talc Operation shows a potential for reducing the number of workers exposed, also, reducing labor, handling, and bag disposal. The control techniques, used on the equipment for packing 50 pound bags, were not considered to be exemplary. However, with the increasing interest in semi-bulk packing, an in-depth study at the semi-bulk bagging operation would be recommended.