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A preliminary report of mortality patterns among foundry workers.

B Egan, R J Waxweiler, L Blade

Journal of Environmental Pathology and Toxicology

|May 1, 1979

Summary

Foundry workers experienced significantly higher lung cancer and pneumoconiosis mortality. This proportional mortality study highlights risks associated with the foundry environment, emphasizing the need for occupational health interventions.

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Area of Science:

Occupational Health
Epidemiology
Environmental Health

Background:

Death benefit records from the International Molders and Allied Workers Union (1971-1975) were utilized.
Previous studies indicated potential health risks in foundry environments.
Understanding occupational disease patterns is crucial for worker protection.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate mortality patterns among union members.
To identify excess risks for specific causes of death.
To explore potential links between foundry exposures and observed mortality.

Main Methods:

A proportional mortality study design was employed.
Death certificates (n=3,013) were obtained and causes classified using the 8th Revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD).

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Observed deaths were compared to expected deaths based on US male mortality rates (1973) using chi-square tests.

Main Results:

A statistically significant excess of lung cancer mortality was observed (208 observed vs. 142 expected).
A significant excess in mortality due to pneumoconiosis was found (29 observed vs. 5 expected).
Other causes of death did not show significant deviations from expected rates.

Conclusions:

The foundry environment is associated with increased lung cancer and pneumoconiosis risk.
Potential causative agents in the foundry setting warrant further investigation.
Occupational safety measures and exposure reduction are recommended for foundry workers.