Prevalence of lead disease among secondary lead smelter workers and biological indicators of lead exposure

Subclinical neurophysiological effects of lead: A review on peripheral, central, and autonomic nervous system effects in lead workers

“…A similar reduction has been described in secondary lead smelters with BPbs ranging from 30±110 mg/dL [Lilis et al, 1977]. On the other hand, we have found signi®cant slowing of the MCV in thè`d istal'' radial nerve at much lower BPbs, i.e., averages of 34, 39, and 42 mg/dL in three studies with gun metal foundry workers exposed to lead, zinc, and copper, respectively [Murata et al, 1987a;Murata and Araki, 1991;Araki et al, 1993a].…”

Influence of occupational low‐level lead exposure on renal parameters

“…This has been observed in animal experiments and also in epidemiological studies of workers [Lilis et al, 1977;Buchet et al, 1980;Maher, 1981;Roels and Lauwerys, 19841. Chronic exposure and/or repeated acute exposure to lead may contribute to changes in tubular and/or glomerular function.…”

Health hazard evaluation report: HETA-80-234-1196, Master Metals, Incorporated, Cleveland, Ohio.

“…Dry sweeping and shoveling should be discontinued. Shoveling of wet material s and vacuuming of dry materials are preferabl e. 6. Smelte r empl oyees should not enter the lunchroom , office, or other 11 cl ean " areas with l ead-conlami nated clothing or equ i pmen t unless surface l ead dust has been removed.…”