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Occupational health problems associated with recycling programs were discussed, including musculoskeletal problems, pulmonary diseases, organic dust toxic syndrome, gastrointestinal problems and irritation of the eye, skin, and mucous membranes. General descriptions of the technologies, health problems, and exposures were given for various types of facilities, including refuse transfer stations, landfills, incinerators, sorting facilities, and compost and biogas producing facilities. The authors conclude that the major occupational health problems at waste recycling facilities are pulmonary disorders, organic dust toxic syndrome like symptoms, gastrointestinal problems, eye inflammation, skin irritation, upper airway irritation, and musculoskeletal system disorders.
Science of the Total Environment, 168(1):33-56, 1995. (88 references)
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