Hand-arm vibration hazard and prevention in China.
The status of the hand-arm vibration exposure and action for reducing vibration risk in China is outlined. The survey indicated that more than three million workers are exposed to hand-arm vibration. The vibration syndrome has been reported in sixteen provinces; over ten industries and twenty types of job. The measurement and assessment were conducted on twenty-four types of vibrating tools under normal working condition. The investigation of preventive measures is described, which includes the development of anti-vibration tools, improvement of technological processes, personal protection. A series of standards and regulations involving local vibration drawn up and published since 1980s is reviewed.
Xiao
J M
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Jilin Institute of Labour Protection, Changchun, China.
Zheng
F Y
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D001132:Arm / Q000098:blood supply* / Q000294:innervation*; D002681:China / Q000453:epidemiology; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D010523:Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control; D014652:Vascular Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control; D014732:Vibration / Q000009:adverse effects*