A cluster of 50 stone Crushing units located at Pammal, in Suburban Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu State, India, is a Source of high levels of dust generation in the vicinity of the crushers ...

Among the 21 participants with fully acceptable spirometry, those who were free of respiratory symptoms (n = 11, 4 taxi-drivers and 7 stone-crushers) did not have better pulmonary function than those who reported at least one respiratory symptom (n = 10, 7 taxi-drivers and 3 stone-crushers), except for FVC, which was higher among the …

SBM is specialized in manufacturing Stone Crusher ... 45 granite crushers and 45 age and smoking matched referents underwent pulmonary function tests in 1976 and … Dust and Silica suppression following Water Spray Applications in ...

affects pulmonary function tests were comparable among stone crusher and control subjects (Table-1). All the vitals including respiratory rate, pulse rate, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure were slightly higher in stone crushers compared to controls although the differences were statistically non-significant.

The Spiro metric pulmonary function tests (PFT) were studied in workers (n = 120) and normal healthy stone crusher controls (n =120) from the Karad taluka Western region in Maharashtra state ...

The objective of this study was to study the pulmonary function test in stone crusher workers. This study was conducted at Stone crusher plant located at Nagaur district …

4. It can be concluded from this study that even low dust level exposure for longer duration can result in lung and lung function involvement, and stone quarry workers, because of their occupational exposure to silica dust, are at increased risk of lung and Lung function involvement. 3Summary: The workers employed in stone quarries, which is an ...

Two hundred seventy two stone crushing workers and 123 nonexposed workers were analyzed in terms of occupational and personal histories, radiological findings, and pulmonary function test (PFT ...

It was concluded from this study that pulmonary function test decreases as duration of exposure to silica dust increases, which may increase the risk the respiratory problems. Background and Objectives: In stone crusher workers, one of the major health hazards is respiratory disorder. Globally, it is most common occupational disease and a major …

Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among 100 male stone crusher workers, selected through multi-stage random sampling technique. Effect of risk factors on the pulmonary function tests of the workers was analysed by 'Students independent t-test', one-way ANOVA and simple linear regression.

Pulmonary function tests were recorded in 120 male stone crusher workers. Intergroup statistical analysis amongst the workers depending on duration of exposure was carried out by Analysis

The aim of this study is to examine the effects of stone crushing in West Bengal, India, by comparing pulmonary functions of stone crushing workers with those of nonexposed agricultural workers. Two hundred seventy two stone crushing workers and 123 nonexposed workers were analyzed in terms of occupational and personal histories, …

Pulmonary function tests (PFT) and sputum analysis were done. ... The activities such as mining, crushing, and milling, stone cutting, and sandblasting carried out in quarries, generate dust and fine particulate matters (PMs) of silica and heavy metals that remain suspended in the air for long periods. Prolonged exposure to airborne PM poses ...

Sputum examination (AFB), Spirometry (PFT) and Radiology was carried out to assess the prevalence of lung problems, tuberculosis and other occupational diseases. Present …

Pulmonary function tests in stone crushers. July 2014. 58 (3):302-5. PubMed. Authors: Sachin B Rathod. Satish B Mane. Sunita S Handergulle. Dinkar …

Pulmonary function tests performed on workers showed that the average values Of Pulmonary function in these workers are significantly lower than the average values reported for normal South Indian ...

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It was concluded that no significant difference found between silicon dust exposed group and non-exposed group, both the groups showed slightly restrictive lung defects but the non-Exposed group was bit better than the silicon exposed group. Purpose: The study was planned to evaluate the influence of silicon dust on lung function between stone …

Abstract. A cross-sectional type of observational study was conducted at 7 various stone crusher units on 120 male stone crushers and 120 healthy male controls. Values of FEF25-27% and PEFR were recorded on computerized spirometer and were compared …

Indeed, they also spend more time at the crushing site compared to supervisors, drivers and office workers. We observed a significant reduction in the pulmonary function test parameters among stone crushers who were smokers compared to non-smokers, which is supported by findings of some researchers [8, 11, 24].

A Spiro Lab spirometry for pulmonary function tests was used to identify any change in the lung function parameters. ... Hamayun M, et al.: Frequency of silicosis and its relationship with dust and pulmonary functions tests in stone crushing industries workers in Peshawar. KJMS. 2018; 11 (2):193. [Google Scholar] 26. Miller MR, …

Objectives: The aim of this study is to examine the effects of stone crushing in West Bengal, India, by comparing pulmonary functions of stone crushing workers with those of nonexposed agricultural workers. Methods: Two hundred seventy two stone crushing workers and 123 nonexposed workers were analyzed in terms of occupational and …

Keywords: Pulmonary function test, Stone crusher workers, Silica, Duration of exposure, Occupational disease. Introduction India is a developing country and the construction industry of India is an important indicator of the development. Due to development of physical infrastructure, massive investment is planned in this sector. ...

Results: It was concluded from this study that pulmonary function test decreases as duration of exposure to silica dust increases. Conclusion: Increased duration of exposure to silica dust may increase the risk the respiratory problems. Keywords: Pulmonary function test, Stone crusher workers, Silica, Duration of exposure, Occupational disease

The exposure to dust containing silica in quarry workers lead to deterioration of pulmonary function and it is correlated with the duration of the exposure, recommending that protection to the workers may be provided in the form of wet working, suitable ventilation, and information about preventive measures. Quarry workers who are involved in stone …

In India, most stone crushing mills operate without any dust control or containment systems. This nvestigation in the Khurda District of Orissa demonstrated a reduction in respirable particulate mass following the application of a fine mist of water. ... Pulmonary function test bears relationship with duration of exposure, as the duration of ...

Pulmonary function tests were recorded in 120 male stone crusher workers. Intergroup statistical analysis amongst the workers depending on duration of exposure was carried out by Analysis of ...

Pre‐employment and periodic clinical examination, chest radiography, and pulmonary function tests of the stone‐cutting workers should be done. Application of ergonomics should be applied to improve the workplace environment. ... An investigation into respiratory health problems of workers at stone crushing industries in Bangladesh. …

Pulmonary function tests (PFT) and sputum analysis were done. Results: Overall, 670 participants were enrolled in the study, with a median age of 37 years. …

Chronic exposure to dust due to stone quarrying may increase the risk of respiratory problems and impaired lung function-cigarette smokers are at higher risk. BACKGROUND Respiratory problem is one of the major health hazards in dust-exposed workers; it is a major cause of morbidity and mortality all over the world. OBJECTIVE To …

The Spiro metric pulmonary function tests (PFT) were studied in stone crusher workers (n = 120) and normal healthy controls (n =120) from the Karad taluka Western region in Maharashtra state.

Keywords: Pulmonary function test, Stone crusher workers, Silica, Duration of exposure, Occupational disease. Introduction India is a developing country and the construction