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Pattern and model makers, proportionate mortality 1972-1978

C Robinson, R J Waxweiler, C S McCammon

    American Journal of Industrial Medicine
    |January 1, 1980
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    White male workers in pattern and model making trades showed higher death rates from colon cancer and brain tumors. Wood shop workers also had increased leukemia deaths, suggesting a need for improved occupational safety.

    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Industrial Hygiene

    Background:

    • The pattern and model making trades involve exposure to various dusts, resins, oils, and solvents.
    • Previous studies have not fully elucidated the cancer risks associated with this specific occupational group.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the mortality patterns among deceased members of the Pattern Makers' League of North America.
    • To identify potential excesses in specific causes of death, particularly cancer, within this workforce.

    Main Methods:

    • A proportionate mortality study was conducted on 1257 deceased members from 1972-1978.
    • Age-adjusted proportionate mortality ratios (PMRs) were calculated using 1975 U.S. white male death rates.

    Main Results:

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    • A significant excess proportion of deaths was observed for colon cancer (PMR = 167) and brain tumors (PMR = 211) nationwide.
    • Wood shop workers showed significantly higher proportions of death from colon cancer (PMR = 163) and leukemia (PMR = 200).

    Conclusions:

    • The findings suggest elevated risks for colon cancer, brain tumors, and leukemia in pattern and model makers.
    • Potential occupational exposures, including wood/plastic dusts, epoxy resins, cutting oils, and solvents, warrant further investigation.
    • Improved work practices are recommended pending more definitive research.