Exposure to biological fungicides, environmental microorganisms and oils in forestry harvesting

New chemicals have been introduced into forestry harvesting during the past decade. In field experiments five harvesters and their operators were used to study exposure to biological fungicides, biodegradable oils and log colour-coding agents. Respiratory exposure to the biological fungicide Phlebio...

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Published in:Scandinavian journal of forest research 2004-02, Vol.19 (1), p.82-88
Main Authors: Kallunki, H, Makinen, M, Ojanen, K, Laitinen, S, Kangas, J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Basidiomycota
Biodegradable oil
biodegradable products
biological control agents
butt rot antagonist
chemical exposure
endotoxins
environmental exposure
foresters
forestry harvesting
health effects
health effects assessments
industrial oils
logging
occupational health and safety
paints
respiratory system
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Summary:New chemicals have been introduced into forestry harvesting during the past decade. In field experiments five harvesters and their operators were used to study exposure to biological fungicides, biodegradable oils and log colour-coding agents. Respiratory exposure to the biological fungicide Phlebiopsis gigantea, other basidiomycetes, environmental microorganisms and endotoxins was assessed using samples taken from the workers' breathing zone. Exposure to biological fungicide was also estimated by antibody determinations from serum samples. Dermal exposure to biodegradable oils and biological fungicides was studied using a fluorescent tracer method and digital photography. Dermal exposure to log colour-coding agents was observed visually. The field survey indicated that respiratory and dermal exposure to biological fungicides, log colour-coding agents and hydraulic and chainsaw oils was insignificant during normal harvester operations. Skin contamination may occur during maintenance work such as the sharpening of chains or the handling of hydraulic hoses.
ISSN:0282-7581
1651-1891
DOI:10.1080/02827580310019248