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Summary
The chemical industry poses various health risks to employees. Medical prevention programs, like those by the CNA, conduct specific examinations to monitor worker health and prevent occupational diseases.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Industrial Hygiene
- Toxicology
Context:
- Workers in the chemical industry face diverse occupational hazards.
- Medical prevention programs are crucial for monitoring employee health.
- The study analyzes medical examinations conducted in Switzerland during 1979.
Purpose:
- To outline the medical prevention program for chemical industry workers.
- To report on the number of examinations conducted for chemical exposure.
- To compare these examinations with those for noise and lead exposure.
Summary:
- In 1979, Switzerland conducted 6,878 medical examinations for chemical industry workers.
- These examinations are part of a broader medical prevention strategy.
- Findings are reported to the occupational medicine group for further action.
Impact:
- Highlights the importance of regular health surveillance in hazardous industries.
- Provides data on the scale of occupational health monitoring for chemical exposure.
- Informs preventative strategies for worker safety in industrial settings.