******************************** Please remove this footer before replying.Hi Jackie
It's the metal fumes that are the issue so as the metal is heated by both groups then they should be included.
Here's the link http://m.occmed.oxfordjournals.org/content/62/5/325.abstract
They should also be advised not to smoke and the article advises employers should be liberal and inclusive with their vaccination programme.
IOSH have a page on it too but I can't get link to paste on my phone.
Hope that helps
CarrOn Jul 25, 2013 8:04 PM, "subscribe Occ-health Jacqui" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:******************************** Please remove this footer before replying.Hi
I have two groups of staff in a couple of places I work.
Brazers and Welders, so far the only information I have been given between the roles is that "brazers use electric" and "welders use acetylene" - "but then brazers might use acetylene too!" besides the usual workshop rivalry answers- eg brazers are wanna be welders etc.
My google search shows that welding puts a lump of metal to make a joint where brazing heats metals to melt to a joint- which has not helped in my understanding of the differences in the roles and health implications.
I am trying to establish if the Dept of Health guidance in relation to pneumococcal vaccine for welders also extends to brazers.
I understand that welders are proven to have increased risk of pneumonia-not sure why but if I can find out why- then I will be able to advise the brazers!
Anyone any idea?
Jacqui
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