Reference

Fisher R, Saunders WB, Murray SJ, Stave GM, Prevention of laboratory animal allergy, J Occup Environ Med, 1998;40:609-613,

BOHRF Original Authors' Main Conclusions

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In an effort to prevent LAA, a comprehensive program to reduce exposure to environmental allergens was developed in a major pharmaceutical company. The program included education, engineering controls, administrative controls, use of personal protective equipment, and medical surveillance and was surveyed for 5 years. After instituting this program, authors found that the prevalence of LAA ranged from 12%-22% and that the incidence was reduced to zero during the last 2 years of observation. Authors conclude that LAA is preventable through the implementation of a comprehensive effort to reduce exposure to allergens.

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*** 2++ Reducing airborne exposure reduces the number of workers who become sensitised and who develop occupational asthma.

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