2019
DOI: 10.30880/ijie.2019.11.05.017
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Lung Function Test among Abrasive Blasting Workers in Lumut, Perak

Abstract: Abrasive blasting process is a common process in marine industry. This process was use as main cleaning process method and normally will release fine dust that hazardous to human health. Main effect from fine dust to human health are respiratory failure such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Lung function test can be used to detect any respiratory problems in human. The objective of the research to evaluate the effect of dust exposure from abrasive blasting to the workers. This study is conduct … Show more

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“…Besides that, those who worked in mechanically ventilated offices in a tropical country were exposed to endotoxin from office dust [ 83 ]. Welders and factory workers should practice proper protection to prevent respiratory problems [ 84 , 85 ].…”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Besides that, those who worked in mechanically ventilated offices in a tropical country were exposed to endotoxin from office dust [ 83 ]. Welders and factory workers should practice proper protection to prevent respiratory problems [ 84 , 85 ].…”
Section: Resultsmentioning
confidence: 99%