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EXPOSURE TO CHLORINATED HYDROCARBON PESTICIDES BY PEST CONTROL OPERATORS
Author(s) -
Simpson* G. R.,
Shandar A.
Publication year - 1972
Publication title -
medical journal of australia
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.904
H-Index - 131
eISSN - 1326-5377
pISSN - 0025-729X
DOI - 10.5694/j.1326-5377.1972.tb103719.x
Subject(s) - pesticide , toxicology , pest control , pest analysis , medicine , biology , ecology , botany
Pest control operators engaged in domestic pest control work were observed, and the hazards of this type of work noted. Exposure tests indicated that dermal exposure would be greater than inhalation exposure, making the use of skin protection essential. The use of respiratory protection, though not quite as essential, still remains necessary. Results of blood tests carried out indicated raised levels of pesticides In the blood of some operators.