Evaluation of Antimony and Mercury Exposure in Fire Fighters: Health Hazard Evaluation Report: HETA 2009-0025 and HETA 2009-0076-3085

by Marie A. De Perio, Srinivas Durgam, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Preparation)

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducted a health hazard evaluation (HHE) at Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services (BRFRS) in Boca Raton, Florida and at Tamarac Rescue Services (TFR) in Tamarac, Florida. The HHEs concerned potential exposure of fire fighters to antimony from wearing pants made from FireWear® fabric. Site visits were made February 2–6, 2009. NIOSH findings and recommendations are detailed.

28 pages, Paperback

First published June 30, 2009