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    Electronics factory workers exposed to solder flux fumes reported significant work-related respiratory symptoms, including breathlessness and wheezing. Lung function tests revealed reduced FEV1 and FVC in exposed individuals, suggesting occupational health risks.

    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Pulmonology
    • Industrial Hygiene

    Background:

    • Modern electronics factories utilize solder flux fumes.
    • Occupational exposure to airborne contaminants can cause respiratory issues.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of work-related respiratory symptoms in electronics factory workers.
    • To assess the impact of solder flux fume exposure on lung function.

    Main Methods:

    • Questionnaire surveys and lung function testing (FEV1, FVC) were administered to factory workers.
    • Workers were categorized based on exposure to solder flux fumes.

    Main Results:

    • 22% of exposed workers reported work-related breathlessness or wheeze.

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  • Exposed workers demonstrated lower FEV1 and FVC compared to unexposed workers.
  • 22% of exposed workers experienced work-related rhinitis.

    • Conclusions:

    • Sensitivity to colophony fumes from solder flux is the likely cause of observed respiratory symptoms.
    • Despite fume levels being below the threshold limit value, adverse health effects were noted.
    • Occupational exposure to solder flux fumes poses a risk to respiratory health in electronics factory workers.