Abstract
This presentation summarized data on UV-AB attenuation measured for selected fabric materials and human hair including cotton, nylon, polyester and silk cloth samples. Overexposure to UV radiation is known to lead to accelerated skin aging, skin inflammation and skin cancer and has been identified as a major health and safety concern for working populations world-wide. Knowledge of the UV radiation penetration and attenuation characteristics is needed when estimating the skin cancer risks associated with specific outdoor work settings. The investigation was part of a multi-year study on protective clothing and agricultural worker health and safety.
| Original language | American English |
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| State | Published - 2 Jun 2017 |
| Event | 29th Annual International Society for Occupational Ergonomics & Safety Conference - Seattle, WA Duration: 2 Jun 2017 → … |
Conference
| Conference | 29th Annual International Society for Occupational Ergonomics & Safety Conference |
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| Period | 2/06/17 → … |
EGS Disciplines
- Environmental Public Health
