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This hazard could be mitigated by better segregation of the
process which in the case of engine testing is to some extent
being achieved. In other cases such suggestion may be impracticable
owing to possible interruption of the work cycle. Workers
appear to acquire a surprising tolerance to the noise.
Weight Lifting
In a number of factories considerable weights have to be
lifted from place to place. Special apparatus is installed in
many cases ranging from mobile cranes to hand trolleys.
Exposure to Weather
Two firms, a civil engineering contractor and a welding firm
have employees exposed to bad weather conditions; and in both
cases the firm provides protective clothing.
Dermatitis
The incidence of occupational dermatitis appears to be low,
the chief risk occurring in the factories observed, appears to be
with synthetic glues. One firm dealing with dyes made the point
that dermatitis was a risk of using the agents provided to remove
the stains. Several firms using cutting oils recorded no cases of
dermatitis in recent years. All the firms in which this hazard
exists appear to be very “barrier cream conscious”
Buildings and Plant
With the exception of a few mainly small workshops the
factory premises are generally in modern type buildings in a good
state of maintenance and repair. In all cases where accommodation
is old or of rambling development, the management are making the
best of the facilities at their disposal.
Overcrowding
No overcrowding of plant or personnel appears to exist,
though in some instances there is a certain amount of congestion
due to finished and partly finished work awaiting removal.; This
is said to be due to seasonal demands.
Sanitary Accommodation
In all cases the facilities provided are in accordance with
the Sanitary Accommodation Regulations, 1938, although in some
instances the number of water closets appears insufficient.