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Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Medknow Publications
ISSN: 0973-2284 EISSN: 0973-2284
Vol. 12, No. 3, 2008, pp. 128-131
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Bioline Code: oe08033
Full paper language: English
Document type: Research Article
Document available free of charge
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Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Vol. 12, No. 3, 2008, pp. 128-131
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Cost-benefit Analysis of Installing Dust Control Devices in the Agate Industry, Khambhat (Gujarat)
Bhagia, Lakho J. & Sadhu, H.G.
Abstract
It is well known that an exposure to crystalline silica gives rise to silicosis and silico-tuberculosis (TB). In the agate industry of Khambhat (Gujarat) not only workers but also people staying in the vicinity of the agate-grinding facilities are exposed to crystalline silica. To reduce their dust exposure, dust control devices were developed. There are approximately 500 grinding machines located in Khambhat. A cost-benefit analysis of installing dust control devices on all agate-grinding machines was carried out by adding all positive factors and benefits and subtracting the negatives and costs. It was concluded that by installing dust control devices not only could the prevalence of silicosis and TB be reduced but also, in the long run, there could be financial benefits.
Keywords
Agate industry, cost-benefit analysis, silicosis
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