Svensson, Andreas. 2015. Complex Metalworking in the Provinces, Rural Centres and Towns: Preliminary Results from the Project “Exclusive Metalworking in Rural Settings” Contextualized. Lund Archaeological Review 20 (2014), pp. 7–19. The research project “Exclusive Metalworking in Rural Settings” was instigated in 2013 with funding from the Berit Wallenberg Foundation. The objective of the proje...

BACKGROUND Spent metalworking fluids (SMWFs) represent a process waste characterized by low biodegradability, high toxicity, and very heterogeneous contamination typology connoted the occurrence of numerous different pollutants. In this regard, development technically flexible efficient treatment systems is fundamental to prevent sanitary environmental risks deriving from SMWF disposal. RESULTS...

BACKGROUND Eyes are frequently injured in occupational accidents. What is the preventive effect of mandatory eye protection in metalworking? METHODS The injury incidence was determined before and after eye protection became mandatory in a metalworking yard. RESULTS The incidence declined from 6.09 to 0.42 injuries per million working hours after eye protection became mandatory. CONCLUSION...