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    Development of the Korean construction job exposure matrix (KoConJEM) based on experts’ judgment using the 60 consolidated occupations for construction workers
    Oxford University Press (OUP) ; 2024
    In:  Annals of Work Exposures and Health Vol. 68, No. 4 ( 2024-04-22), p. 397-408
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    In: Annals of Work Exposures and Health, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 68, No. 4 ( 2024-04-22), p. 397-408
    Abstract: This study was conducted as an effort to develop a Korean construction job exposure matrix (KoConJEM) based on 60 occupations recently consolidated by the construction workers mutual aid association for use by the construction industry. Methods The probability, intensity, and prevalence of exposure to 26 hazardous agents for 60 consolidated occupations were evaluated as binary (Yes/No) or four categories (1 to 4) by 30 industrial hygiene experts. The score for risk was calculated by multiplying the exposure intensity by the prevalence of exposure. Fleiss’ kappa for each hazardous agent and occupation was used to determine agreement among the 30 experts. The JEM was expressed on a heatmap and a web-based dashboard to facilitate comparison of factors affecting exposure according to each occupation and hazardous agent. Results Awkward posture, heat/cold, heavy lifting, and noise were hazardous agents regarded as exposure is probable by at least one or more experts in all occupations, while exposure to asphalt fumes was considered hazardous in the smallest number of occupations (n = 5). Based on the degree of agreement among experts, more than half of the harmful factors and most occupations showed fair to good results. The highest risk value was 16 for awkward posture for most occupations other than safety officer. Conclusions The KoConJEM provides information on the probability, intensity, and prevalence of exposure to harmful factors, including most occupations employing construction workers; therefore, it may be useful in the conduct of epidemiological studies on assessment of health risk for construction workers.
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    ISSN: 2398-7308 , 2398-7316
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxae017
    Language: English
    Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
    Publication Date: 2024
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    Evaluation of Stoffenmanager and a New Exposure Model for Estimating Occupational Exposure to Styrene in the Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics Lamination Process
    MDPI AG ; 2020
    In:  International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Vol. 17, No. 12 ( 2020-06-22), p. 4486-
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    In: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, MDPI AG, Vol. 17, No. 12 ( 2020-06-22), p. 4486-
    Abstract: This study aims to evaluate occupational exposure models by comparing model estimations of Stoffenmanager, version 8.2, and exposure scores calculated using a new exposure model with personal exposure measurements for styrene used in the fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) lamination processes in Korea. Using the collected exposure measurements (n = 160) with detailed contextual information about the type of process, working conditions, local exhaust ventilation, respiratory protections, and task descriptions, we developed a new model algorithm to estimate the score for occupational exposures on situation level. We assumed that the source of exposure originates from the near field only (within the breathing zone of workers). The new model is designed as a simple formula of multiplying scores for job classification, exposure potential, engineering controls, chemical hazard, and exposure probability and then dividing the score for workplace size. The final score is log-transformed, ranging from 1 to 14, and the exposure category is divided into four ratings: no exposure (1), low (2), medium (3), and high (4) exposures. Using the contextual information, all the parameters and modifying factors are similarly entered into the two models through direct translation and coding processes with expert judgement, and the exposure estimations and scores using the two models are calculated for each situation. Overall bias and precision for Stoffenmanager are −1.00 ± 2.07 (50th) and −0.32 ± 2.32 (90th) for all situations (n = 36), indicating that Stoffenmanager slightly underestimated styrene exposures. Pearson’s correlation coefficients are significantly high for Stoffenmanager (r = 0.87) and the new model (r = 0.88), and the correlation between the two models is significantly high (r = 0.93) (p 〈 0.01). Therefore, the model estimations using Stoffenmanager and the new model are significantly correlated with the styrene exposures in the FRP lamination process. Further studies are needed to validate and calibrate the models using a larger number of exposure measurements for various substances in the future.
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    ISSN: 1660-4601
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17124486
    Language: English
    Publisher: MDPI AG
    Publication Date: 2020
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    A Pilot Establishment of the Job-Exposure Matrix of Lead Using the Standard Process Code of Nationwide Exposure Databases in Korea
    Elsevier BV ; 2022
    In:  Safety and Health at Work Vol. 13, No. 4 ( 2022-12), p. 493-499
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    In: Safety and Health at Work, Elsevier BV, Vol. 13, No. 4 ( 2022-12), p. 493-499
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 2093-7911
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.shaw.2022.09.001
    Language: English
    Publisher: Elsevier BV
    Publication Date: 2022
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    Occupational Characteristics of Semiconductor Workers with Cancer and Rare Diseases Registered with a Workers' Compensation Program in Korea
    Elsevier BV ; 2019
    In:  Safety and Health at Work Vol. 10, No. 3 ( 2019-09), p. 347-354
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    In: Safety and Health at Work, Elsevier BV, Vol. 10, No. 3 ( 2019-09), p. 347-354
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    ISSN: 2093-7911
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.shaw.2019.03.003
    Language: English
    Publisher: Elsevier BV
    Publication Date: 2019
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    Comparison of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons Exposure Across Occupations Using Urinary Metabolite 1-Hydroxypyrene
    Oxford University Press (OUP) ; 2020
    In:  Annals of Work Exposures and Health Vol. 64, No. 4 ( 2020-04-30), p. 445-454
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    In: Annals of Work Exposures and Health, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 64, No. 4 ( 2020-04-30), p. 445-454
    Abstract: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are well-known carcinogens causing lung and skin cancers in exposed workers. Certain occupations, such as coke production, have been associated with high PAH exposure; however, the number of occupations tested to date remains small. Here, we sought to compare PAH exposure across a wide range of occupations based on levels of 1-hydroxypyrene (1-OHP), the urinary exposure surrogate of PAHs. Methods We collected urine 1-OHP data from the Korean National Environmental Health Survey (KoNEHS), a nationwide biomonitoring survey. We developed a linear regression model, controlling for sex, age, smoking, and survey cycle, and obtained resulting residuals. Then, we computed the fraction of exceeding the third quartile (Q3) level of residuals for each occupation, which is employed as a relative exposure indicator across occupations. Results A total of 15 125 measurements derived from three cycles of KoNEHS were used for analysis. The overall geometric means (GMs) and geometric standard deviation (GSD) of urine 1-OHP levels were 0.16 µg g−1 creatinine and 3.07, respectively. Among the sub-major occupational groups, ‘construction and mining related elementary occupations’ showed the highest fraction (0.45) of exceeding the Q3 level of residuals. Among the minor occupational groups, ‘deliverers’ showed a high fraction (0.42) of exceeding the Q3 level of residuals, which indicates rapidly growing occupations to be addressed. Conclusions Our results provide ancillary information regarding PAH exposure across occupations, especially for occupations for which PAH exposure has not been well characterized.
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    ISSN: 2398-7308 , 2398-7316
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxaa014
    Language: English
    Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
    Publication Date: 2020
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    Development of Korean CARcinogen EXposure: An Initiative of the Occupational Carcinogen Surveillance System in Korea
    Oxford University Press (OUP) ; 2021
    In:  Annals of Work Exposures and Health Vol. 65, No. 5 ( 2021-06-12), p. 528-538
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    In: Annals of Work Exposures and Health, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 65, No. 5 ( 2021-06-12), p. 528-538
    Abstract: To prevent occupational cancers, carcinogen exposure surveillance systems have been developed in many countries. This study aimed to develop a carcinogen exposure database specific to South Korea. Methods Twenty known human carcinogens were selected for this study. The International Standard Classification of Industry was used for a classification scheme of industries. Three nationwide occupational exposure databases, the Work Environment Measurement Database, the Special Health Examination Database, and the Work Environment Condition Survey, were used to calculate reference exposure prevalence estimates by carcinogen and industry. Then, 37 professional industrial hygienists with at least 19 years of field experience provided their own exposure prevalence estimates, after reviewing the abovementioned reference estimates derived from three data sources. The median value of the experts’ estimates was used as the final exposure prevalence. Finally, the number of exposed workers was computed by multiplying the final exposure prevalence by the number of workers extracted from the 2010 national census data by carcinogen and industry. Results The exposure prevalence and the number of exposed workers were calculated according to 20 carcinogen and 228 minor industrial groups, assuming year 2010 circumstances. The largest population was exposed to welding fumes (326 822 workers), followed by ultraviolet radiation (238 937 workers), ionizing radiation (168 712 workers), and mineral oil mist (146 798 workers). Conclusions Our results provide critical data on carcinogen exposure for the prevention of occupational cancers.
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    ISSN: 2398-7308 , 2398-7316
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxaa135
    Language: English
    Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
    Publication Date: 2021
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    Estimation of Lead Exposure Prevalence in Korean Population through Combining Multiple Experts’ Judgment based on Objective Data Sources
    Oxford University Press (OUP) ; 2018
    In:  Annals of Work Exposures and Health Vol. 62, No. 2 ( 2018-02-13), p. 210-220
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    In: Annals of Work Exposures and Health, Oxford University Press (OUP), Vol. 62, No. 2 ( 2018-02-13), p. 210-220
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    ISSN: 2398-7308 , 2398-7316
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxx106
    Language: English
    Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
    Publication Date: 2018
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    Assessment of sunlight exposure across industries and occupations using blood vitamin D as a biomarker
    Wiley ; 2022
    In:  Journal of Occupational Health Vol. 64, No. 1 ( 2022-01)
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    In: Journal of Occupational Health, Wiley, Vol. 64, No. 1 ( 2022-01)
    Abstract: Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight induces the production of essential vitamin D, whereas overexposure to sunlight leads to skin cancer. Sunlight exposure has been measured using questionnaires, dosimeters, and vitamin D levels. Several studies have measured vitamin D in the working population; however, these studies were limited to certain occupations such as farmers and construction workers. In the present study, we evaluated sunlight exposure using blood vitamin D as an exposure surrogate across industries and occupations. Methods The Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES) is a nationwide study representing the Korean population. We analyzed data from KNHANES between 2008 and 2009. We examined the association between vitamin D levels and pertinent personal, seasonal, residential, and occupational factors. Furthermore, we developed a multiple regression model with factors other than occupational factors (industry and occupation) and obtained residual values. We computed the third quartile (Q3) of the residuals and then calculated the fractions exceeding the Q3 level for each combination of industry and occupation. Results Age, sex, body mass index, year, season, latitude, living area, living in an apartment, industry, and occupation were significantly associated with vitamin D levels. Based on the exceeding fraction, the armed forces showed the highest exceeding fraction level of 0.71. Conclusions Our results present the high exposure groups to sunlight across industries and occupations. Our results may provide a source for prioritizing occupational groups with a high risk of adverse health effects from sunlight exposure.
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    ISSN: 1341-9145 , 1348-9585
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1002/1348-9585.12318
    Language: English
    Publisher: Wiley
    Publication Date: 2022
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    Characteristics of PM2.5 and Black Carbon Exposure Among Subway Workers
    MDPI AG ; 2019
    In:  International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Vol. 16, No. 16 ( 2019-08-13), p. 2901-
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    In: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, MDPI AG, Vol. 16, No. 16 ( 2019-08-13), p. 2901-
    Abstract: This study aimed to assess the characteristics of exposure to both PM2.5 and black carbon (BC) among subway workers. A total of 61 subway workers, including 26, 23, and 12 subway station managers, maintenance engineers, and train drivers, respectively, were investigated in 2018. Real-time measurements of airborne PM2.5 and BC were simultaneously conducted around the breathing zones of workers. Maintenance engineers had the highest average levels of exposure to both PM2.5 and BC (PM2.5, 76 µg/m3; BC, 9.3 µg/m3), followed by train drivers (63.2 µg/m3, 5.9 µg/m3) and subway station managers (39.7 µg/m3, 2.2 µg/m3). In terms of the relationship between mass concentrations of PM2.5 and BC, train drivers demonstrated the strongest correlation (R = 0.72), indicating that the proportion of BC contained in PM2.5 is relatively steady. The average proportion of BC in PM2.5 among maintenance engineers (13.0%) was higher than that among train drivers (9.4%) and subway station managers (6.4%). Univariate and mixed effect multiple analyses demonstrated the type of task and worksite to be significant factors affecting exposure levels in maintenance engineers and subway station managers. The use of diesel engine motorcars in tunnel maintenance was found to be a key contributor to PM2.5 and BC exposure levels among subway workers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1660-4601
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16162901
    Language: English
    Publisher: MDPI AG
    Publication Date: 2019
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    Estimates of the Prevalence, Intensity and the Number of Workers Exposed to Cigarette Smoking across Occupations and Industries in Korea
    XMLink ; 2019
    In:  Journal of Korean Medical Science Vol. 34, No. 31 ( 2019)
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    In: Journal of Korean Medical Science, XMLink, Vol. 34, No. 31 ( 2019)
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    ISSN: 1011-8934 , 1598-6357
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.3346/jkms.2019.34.e213
    Language: English
    Publisher: XMLink
    Publication Date: 2019
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