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The influence of different types of barrier creams on skin barrier function
(North-West University, 2012)
Aims and objectives: The research aims and objectives of this study were: Firstly to determine the positive effects and possible disadvantages of three types of barrier creams on skin barrier function by determining skin ...
Crystalline silica exposure in platinum mining : a task based approach
(North-West University, 2012)
Background: Workers will be exposed to silica dust (SiO2) in any working environment where mineral deposits or rock types are being processed contain silica as a component. To prevent the development of silica related ...
Some physiological effects of deep underground mining and the relationship with physical work capacity and functional work capacity assessment outcomes
(North-West University, 2012)
Motivation: The South-African deep level gold mining industry has adapted in many ways, as the pursuit for gold has led deep into the earth core, where rock face temperatures measure around 60°C. Ventilation adapted through ...
Dermal exposure and skin barrier function of workers exposed to copper sulphate at a chemical industry
(2013)
Copper exposure is known to be a rare cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions and according to our knowledge occupational dermal exposure to copper sulphate has not yet been characterised. As a result, the objectives ...
Assessment of the indoor air quality at the corporate offices of a South African mining company
(2013)
The aim of the study was to evaluate the indoor air quality (IAQ) of a semi-airtight (the building only utilises mechanical means to ventilate the occupied spaces however an airtight seal is not established as a result of ...
In vitro skin permeation of selected platinum group metals
(2014)
Background: Platinum group metal (PGM) mining and refining is a large constituent of the mining sector of South Africa and contributes significantly to the gross domestic product. The PGMs include the rare metals platinum ...
Short-term effects of selected barrier creams on skin barrier function
(2014)
Background: Barrier creams are applied to the surface of the skin to form a barrier that aims to prevent the penetration of irritants and allergens through the skin surface. Several inconsistencies and controversies exist ...
Assessment of dermal exposure and skin condition of refinery workers exposed to selected metals
(North-West University, 2010)
Aims and objectives: The research aims and objectives of this thesis were: (i) to review literature pertaining to different dermal exposure assessment methods; (ii) to assess dermal exposure of refinery
workers to ...
Dermal and respiratory exposure to cobalt salts in a packaging area of a base metal refinery
(North-West University, 2010)
Cobalt is a commonly known sensitiser in industrial settings and has been classified by the IARC as a possible group (2B) human carcinogen. Workers at a South African base metal refinery are potentially exposed to cobalt ...
Diesel particulate matter and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon exposure of diesel vehicle operators in small to medium sized underground coal mines
(North-West University, 2010)
Limited data is currently available for diesel particulate matter (DPM) and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) exposure in underground coal mines in South Africa. The lack of regulatory exposure limits for DPM and PAH ...