Reference 12

Joel L. Bert. “Occupational Diseases - NIOSH Instructional Module.” Springfield, VA: National Technical Information Service [PB91-229690], 1991.

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This module’s objective is to familiarize faculty and students with some basic principles of occupational diseases. Topics include:

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Introduction
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Occupational disease as a process
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Interpretation of the model of development of occupational disease
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Quantitative aspects concerning human response
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Respiratory system
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Skin
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Kidneys
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Liver
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Cardiovascular system and the blood
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Nervous system
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Reproductive systems
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Ergonomics

Possible courses for integration: Design, Seminar

Case studies and examples: None were included in this module.