Report R 44 Medical code of practice for work in compressed air

Publication Year

1982

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Sets out recommendations for the health and welfare of compressed air workers. Included are procedures for compression, decompression and decanting, and requirements for air supply, working chambers, man-locks, medical locks, medical supervision, and treatment for decompression sickness. This new edition incorporates minor amendments in the recommendations and a major amendment in that the maximum exposure period in compressed air is reduced. The Blackpool Tables have been transposed so that each table refers to a given period of exposure. Appendices include guidance for Medical Advisers.

ISBN

9780860171751

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