Health Hazard Evaluation Report HETA-92-389-2332, Oakland Sports Therapy and Work Hardening, Exton, Pennsylvania

摘要

In response to a request from employees, an investigation was made of possible hazardous working conditions at Oakland Sports Therapy and Work Hardening, Exton, Pennsylvania. Various health complaints such as headaches, dizziness, eye irritation, sinus infections, and respiratory problems resulted in the request. The temperature and relative humidity measurements were slightly below comfort guidelines. Carbon-dioxide levels consistently exceeded the 1,000 parts per million levels. The center apparently was not receiving sufficient amounts of outside air during maximum occupancy. Bromine traces were found in two of three samples collected but not at concentrations which would be expected to cause health effects. Bromine was used as a sanitizer in a large whirlpool. The authors conclude that symptoms reported by workers were consistent with building related symptoms. The amount of outside air supplied by the ventilation system was below ventilation guidelines. The authors recommend that the amount of outside air be increased.