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Health hazards in the microelectronics industry.

K Geiser

    International Journal of Health Services : Planning, Administration, Evaluation
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    The microelectronics industry poses significant occupational health hazards due to toxic chemical use in semiconductor manufacturing. Both workers and local communities face risks from chemical exposure, necessitating better worker protection and reduced chemical toxicity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Environmental Health
    • Industrial Toxicology

    Background:

    • The microelectronics industry extensively uses toxic chemicals for semiconductor chip production and electronic component assembly.
    • This industry's rapid growth, innovative nature, and lack of worker protection organizations contribute to significant health hazards.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore occupational health hazards in the microelectronics industry.
    • To compare worker exposure risks with community risks from industrial chemical leakage into groundwater.

    Main Methods:

    • Case studies from Massachusetts' "Route 128" region and California's "Silicon Valley."
    • Analysis of chemical usage in microelectronics production and associated health implications.
    • Comparison of occupational exposures with environmental exposures for local residents.

    Main Results:

    • Workers in microelectronics plants face significant health risks from toxic chemical exposure.
    • Local residents are also at risk due to industrial chemical leakage contaminating groundwater used for drinking water.
    • Public perception of the industry as safe may underestimate the actual health hazards.

    Conclusions:

    • The microelectronics industry presents substantial occupational and environmental health risks.
    • Recommendations include further research, strengthening worker organizations, and reducing chemical volume and toxicity in production.
    • Addressing these hazards requires a multi-faceted approach involving industry, workers, and regulatory bodies.

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