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The Hazards of Dental Hygiene, 2007.
This paper explores the musculoskeletal disorders common in the dental hygiene profession.
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 63.95
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The paper discusses the ergonomic hazards in the dental hygiene profession, known as musculoskeletal disorders. The paper reveals that an estimated 75% of dental hygienists experience hand problems during the course of their careers. The paper examines some of the causes of musculoskeletal disorders and the use of certain strategies to reduce their incidence. The paper concludes that when dental hygienists are fully aware of work related injuries common in the dental office, they will be more likely to choose to practice ergonomic techniques that promote musculoskeletal health.
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"Musculoskeletal disorders are a significant work related problem that warrants attention because researchers estimate 75% of dental hygienists experience hand problems during the course of their careers. As many as 56% develop symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. The Bureau of Labor Statistics supports these findings too (Simmer-Beck, Bray, et al, 2006). Dental hygienists are also exposed to certain body positions that produce stress and pain (Nelson & Jevack, 2001). The end result may be cumulative trauma disorder (CTD) when the body becomes unable to heal itself from "the long-term effects of repetitive motion, exposure to vibration, and/or mechanical stress" (Kerschbaum, 1997, p. 162)."
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Dental Hygiene and Professionalism, 2005.
An overview of the field of dental hygiene.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper examines how dental hygiene is a field of study and practice that, in contrast to dentistry, is sometimes referred to as a para-profession in that it is regarded as not having all the attributes of a profession. While dental hygienists and commentators writing on the discipline dispute this perception, they nonetheless argue that the field of dental hygiene must address a number of issues in order to shift its popular image - as well as its mandate under the law - as a full and autonomous profession. This paper examines these issues, with a particular emphasis on an Ontario perspective, in order to explain both the current situation and the steps that must be taken for dental hygiene to progress as a profession into the future.
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Multiple Sclerosis & Dental Hygiene, 2001.
Effects of M.S. on oral health, teaching self-care. Cites studies on subject. Recommendations.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 11 sources, AU$ 92.95
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" Introduction
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory disease involving the central nervous system (Schapiro, 1998). Schapiro (1998) reports that there are 2,500,000 people in the world with multiple sclerosis and approximately 300,000 people in the U.S. with the condition. It is also noted that women are affected by multiple sclerosis 50 percent more often than men are. Indeed, the ratio of women to men suffers of multiple sclerosis is three to two.
Schapiro (1998) also points out that Multiple Sclerosis is more common among Caucasians (particularly those of northern European ancestry) than other races; for example, it is almost unheard of in some populations, such as Eskimos. The purpose of.."
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Dental Amalgams vs. Dental Resins, 2002.
A look at amalgam and resin dental composites.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 51.95
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This paper looks at the ideas behind amalgam and resin dental composites, the costs and efficiencies of both and how they compare in tests.
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Industrial Hygiene Field Safety, 2006.
This paper examines the industrial hygiene field which concerns itself with any and every potential health or safety hazard within the workplace and other vulnerable environments.
1,088 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 54.95
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The writer of this paper details the numerous areas relevant to the industrial hygiene field including educating health care workers on the potential hazards from needles pricks, radiation, contagious and infectious diseases. The writer contends and explains why this particular field encompasses not only the health and safety needs of employees in the workplace but also their families and communities as well. This paper delves into industrial hygiene as a potential career option. This paper discusses the training involved in this field which includes prevention awareness as well as tactics used to counteract pre-existing or unavoidable hazards. This paper also explores how proper industrial hygiene practices can assist companies and organizations avoid costly lawsuits or fines for noncompliance with industry or governmental regulations.
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"Industrial hygiene is a comprehensive field encompassing the health and safety needs of workers, their families, and their communities. Industrial hygienists examine workplace environments for potential safety hazards and threats to personal and collective health and well being. For example, an industrial hygienist would take into account solvents or other chemicals used in preparation of finished goods, air quality in the workplace environment, and the quality and efficiency of workplace machinery. Industrial hygiene is a science, a field that performs empirical field studies to determine the nature of potential threats. Professional opinions are rooted in science and scientific data. Although industrial hygiene takes into account existing rules and regulations regarding workplace safety, the field also contributes enormously to the creation and implementation of new safety guidelines."
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Occupational Safety and Hazards Management, 2005.
This paper discusses the development of an occupational safety and hazards management system at a construction work site in Australia.
2,145 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 98.95
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This paper explains that at a construction site, simple negligence can exacerbate into a dangerous hazard: The main victims of these hazards are the laborers, but the responsibility to provide a safe working environment belongs to the owners of the construction site. The author points out that the government of Australia is actively engaged in promoting occupational safety measures, which are applicable to the employers, employees and others who have an influence on the hazards in a workplace such as contractors, designers and other logistic suppliers. The paper relates that, at the work site studied, two major areas---work from heights and load carrying hazards for the masonry workers---are observed and controls based on Occupation Safety and Hazard Management System (OSHMS) are recommended. Chart.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Purpose of the Study
Overview of the Study
Methods of study Conducting
Findings of the Direct Visit to the Work Site
Working Process
The Physical Hazards
Slip/Trip/Fall
Electrical Shock/Spark
Chemical Hazards
Nature of Injuries Caused
Occurrence of Hazards
Hazards of Fall when Work from Heights
Hazards During Load Carrying
Risk Matrix
Physical Hazards for Masonry Work
Risk Matrix
Controlling Measures
Controlling Measures for Work from Heights
Controlling Measures for Moving Loads
OSH Management System
Key Features
Recommendations of OHS to Work Site
OHS Legislation
Standards on Fall and Work from Height
Standards for Load Carrying
Conclusion
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"To have an effective controlling system, there should be an effective implementation of Occupation Management system. Occupation Safety and Hazard Management System is like a guide to practice the Occupational safety against the anticipated hazards. The OSH management system should be well planned in before by the administration to coordinate the Hazard control and safety measures for the workers at work site."
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Job Hazards, 2005.
This job looks at the subject of hazards in the workplace, looking at the particular job of being a cook at McDonald's.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, AU$ 51.95
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This paper concerns the hazards encountered in the workplace. In this article, the writer uses a specific job for analysis, in this case being a cook at McDonald's. The writer shows the various steps the cook must follow to produce the needed hamburgers and the hazards that are involved in the job. Further, the writer points out possible ways to mitigate those hazards with administrative, design and policy requirements for each store.
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"This job description is based on the work of a younger cousin who has a weekend job at McDonald's cooking hamburgers. The writer observed him performing this job for an hour or so and asked questions as to the process, what it normally entails, some of the variations, and some of the perceived hazards that might be part of the job. From this, the following analysis was written and the risks assessed. This job involves standing at the flat grill, an expanse of hot metal on which hamburgers are placed in groups of up to 15 at a time in rows of five (which might vary in other stores, since the grills are not all the same size)."
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Occupational Hazards Of Being A Paralegal, 2004.
A paper describing the occupational hazards of being a paralegal.
904 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 46.95
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This paper describes the occupational hazards of being a paralegal, which include back pain, headaches, and disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome. The paper defines occupational hazards of computer dependent careers.
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"The definition of occupational hazard which is a term typically used in determining insurance premiums is any activity associated with a job that increases the likelihood of sickness injury or death. The physical demands of a paralegal's job are typically not life threatening and are likely limited to sitting for long periods of time and excessive computer use. Both of these strains can lead to back problems chronic headaches or conditions such as tendinitis or carpel-tunnel syndrome ..."
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Earthquake Hazards in Western British Columbia, 2003.
Discusses potential hazards of a northern West Coast earthquake and its impacts on urban populations.
1,747 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 82.95
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Western British Columbia is situated near an active subduction zone. The most densely populated part, the Lower Mainland, is actually sitting on the subduction zone. This paper explains that this dynamic geological setting subjects the region to frequent seismic activity and is, in large part, responsible for a higher risk of destructive earthquakes in comparison to other parts of Canada. While the principal city of Vancouver and its surroundings have not experienced a damaging earthquake so far, large earthquakes with nearby epicenters have been strongly felt, and there is paleoseismic evidence for very large earthquakes in the late Holocene. Hazards associated with earthquakes are discussed in detail, and recommendations are given on how to minimize the impacts of a megathrust earthquake and its accompanying hazards. Paper contains 6 figures and charts.
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"Western British Columbia is situated at a dynamic geological setting which causes it to be the most seismically active in Canada and makes it one of the few sites around the world capable of producing a megaquake of a magnitude of ~9. While such a quake has not hit the region in settled time, paleoseismic evidence, oral history traditions and Japanese records date such a quake as having occurred in 1700. There is also evidence which point to these megathrust events as happening at irregular intervals which range from 200 to 800 years. Vancouver lies at the north end of a seismically active region which extends down into Washington State and has its end south of the Puget Sound. Areas directly off the coast of Vancouver Island and all along the Juan de Fuca plate and Cascadia Subduction Zone are very seismically active. The impact of an earthquake over 6 in magnitude with an epicenter near the Lower Mainland would be devastating on the region, if it occurs off the coast of Vancouver Island, even greater damages would be incurred by tsunami. While new building codes to increase safety structures are due to be released in 2005, it may be too late, as a large quake could hit the region any time, and we have no way to predict such quakes."
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Motivation-Hygiene Theory, 2002.
Analyzes of Herzberg's Motivation-Hygiene Theory and applies the theory to the workplace.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 77.95
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This paper will discuss how the theory of Herzberg can be applied to a situational worker and how his theories can be used in this way. The Motivational Theories or Motivation-Hygiene Theory of Herzberg will be implemented to show the ways that an employee can be better influenced to motivate on the job. An analysis of this perspective will show how the two correlate and make a systematic format to help keep an employee up to the standards that an excellent company should apply in this workplace dimension.
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Health Hazards for Firefighters, 2006.
An analysis of the health hazards that firefighters face, as well as the management of these risks.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 77.95
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This is a short paper that discusses the hazards and the short and long term effects of exposure to fire for firefighters. The paper highlights the statistics on death among firefighters, as well as the chemical and physical factors associated with the risks. The paper also discusses the management of these risk factors, along with citing various recommendations and health safety initiatives that are being taken.
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"Health Hazards for Firefighters In the United States, there are only 210,000 paid firefighters; an additional 1 million maintain volunteer status ("Fire Fighter Fatality," 2000). While many individuals may believe the greatest risk to firefighters is getting burned by the fire itself or falling through a roof or weak flooring, fire fighters die from heart attacks at a rate significantly higher than the general population ("Fire Fighter Fatality," 2000; Mitchell, 2001; "Responder Group," 2005). All firefighters, however, are exposed to significantly greater health hazards than the general population. This is a short paper on the short and long-term effects of exposure. Statistics on death among firefighters are highlighted, as are the chemical and physical factors associated with risks. The management of these risk factors is also discussed along with citing various recommendations and health safety initiatives that are being taken."
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New York City and its Hazards, 2002.
An examination of the different hazards that occur in New York City and how they can be prevented.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, AU$ 64.95
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This paper is written for an intro. to emergency management class. It discusses the hazards, man-made, natural, and technological that may occur within a city and preventive measures.
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Oral Hygiene in Intubated Patients, 2005.
An investigation of the importance of oral hygiene with intubated patients.
7,145 words (approx. 28.6 pages), 18 sources, MLA, AU$ 232.95
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This dissertation examines six studies from the peer-reviewed literature concerning the problems associated with ensuring proper intubation to develop an understanding of the factors involved in ensuring a hygienic intubation process. The introduction is followed by a description of the methodology employed. A critical review of six intubation studies is followed by a discussion of the results, and a summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.
Outline
Introduction
Preliminary Literature Review
Methodology
Results
Analysis
Discussion
Conclusion
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"Today, anesthetists are increasingly being challenged by the fact that anesthetic drugs now have a more rapid onset, higher potency, and faster emergence, making swifter responses to changing and potentially life-threatening situations very important (Horst et al., 1996). Like most other medical domains, emergency healthcare services are provided by a collection of personnel with differing expertise and professional backgrounds. However, unlike most other medical domains, the coordination of team efforts in emergency situations takes place under severe time constraints.
As suggested by the concept of the "golden hour" in treating traumatized patients, there is only a brief window of opportunity during clinicians can significantly improve a patient's chance of survival. In fact, according to Brown (1987), about 80 percent of trauma deaths occur in the first 4 hours after injury. Nevertheless, while the need to intubate patients in order to save their lives during this brief window of opportunity clearly outweighs a number of other medical considerations, the fact remains that tracheal intubations also provide an enormous window of opportunity for nosocomial infections to take place, jeopardizing the patient's healthcare outcome (Chikami & Murphy, 1998). Therefore, it is important for healthcare providers to ensure that notwithstanding the need to administer emergency healthcare services in a timely fashion, these services must be accompanied by appropriate precautions to provide the patient with the maximum opportunity for recovery and resumption of a normal life."
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Industrial Hygiene Report, 2007.
An industrial hygiene incident report concerning a spill from a chemical facility.
2,369 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 105.95
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This paper follows the sequence of events as recorded when Professional Services Laboratories responded to a hazardous incident a spill incident at a chemical facility. The spill that occurred involved methanol and was the result of an employee who did not follow recommended procedures in the transfer of the substance from one container to another.
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Executive Summary
Background
Applicable Standards
Survey Method and Strategy
Survey Findings
Conclusions/ Recommendations
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"Before entering the area to clean up the spill, the emergency crew took LEL readings of the immediate area in accordance with established company protocols for such an incident. The LEL at that time was 4.2, therefore, the area was deemed safe for entry. Meter readings were taken continuously throughout the initial cleanup procedure as a precaution. Reported levels at 10 minutes after clean u p began were at 1.87. At 20 minutes the levels were at .64. At 30 minutes they were below the detection limit. After all sand was cleaned from the contaminated area and properly packaged for disposal at a Resource Conservation and Rcovery Act (RCRA) approved disposal site, no further LEL readings were deemed necessary. "
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Environmental Hazards and Injuries, 2002.
The paper centers on children, the elderly and the physically disabled in the U.S. and Africa.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 11 sources, AU$ 57.95
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Centers on children, the elderly & the physically disabled in the U.S. and Africa. Unintentional and nonfatal injuries, and their causes. Environmental hazards facing U.S. children. Injuries, violence and fall-related deaths of U.S. elderly. Unique set of environmental hazards faced by U.S. handicapped. Famine, disease, unsanitary conditions and civil disturbances as hazards in Africa.
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"Environmental Hazards and Injuries
This research paper will present environmental hazards and injuries for children, the elderly person, and the physically challenged person in the United States and Africa. Specific health services in the community will also be discussed.
U.S. Hazards and Injuries
Hazards and Injuries for Children
Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for those ages 1 to 21; nonfatal injuries are more common. The community poses threats with vehicles, backyard swimming pools, firearms, kerosene heaters, and more. Low-income results in swimming pools with no protective fencing and a lack of supervision. Leading causes of fatal injuries are motor vehicles, fires, drowning, falls, and poisoning (NCIPC, 2001a). Other hazards..."
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Fire Hazards of Trusses, 2002.
A study of hazardous fires in which trusses have caused fatalities.
2,270 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 103.95
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This paper investigate fire fatalities, caused by faulty structural trusses. It describes specific fires in which burning buildings crumbled onto firefighters and its inhabitants. The paper examines new techniques and equipment used to fight fire in buildings with trusses and it advises on evacuating all rescue personnel from a truss structured building once the roof ignites.
Table of Contents:
The Risks of Trusses in Fire Cases
Fire Suppression Under Trusses Structures
Possible Attempts for Under-Trusses Firefighting
Bibliography
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"Structures often play the important role when a building is on fire. Upon many reviews, there are a lot of fires claiming for lives of the inhabitants of the building, but there are also some cases, which had taken the firefighters? lives as well. Such cases should not have happened, but limited information of the building?s structures and length of fire could have caused it.
Chesapeake automobile warehouse happened to be a fatal case of fire (NFPA, 2002). The 12-year old building was constructed under lightweight wood trusses. There were two steel frames and another brick construction located at the building. The trusses were built using the combination of wood and metal plates that joined them altogether."
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