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Evaluation of smartphone sound measurement applications by Kardous, Chucri A, Shaw, Peter B

“…This study reports on the accuracy of smartphone sound measurement applications (apps) and whether they can be appropriately employed for occupational noise…”
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Evaluation of smartphone sound measurement applications (apps) using external microphones—A follow-up study by Kardous, Chucri A., Shaw, Peter B.

“…This follow-up study examines the accuracy of selected smartphone sound measurement applications (apps) using external calibrated microphones. The initial…”
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Meta-analysis of chromosomal aberrations as a biomarker of exposure in healthcare workers occupationally exposed to antineoplastic drugs by Roussel, Christine, Witt, Kristine L., Shaw, Peter B., Connor, Thomas H.

“…Many antineoplastic drugs used to treat cancer, particularly alkylating agents and topoisomerase inhibitors, are known to induce genetic damage in patients…”
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Measurement of impulse peak insertion loss from two acoustic test fixtures and four hearing protector conditions with an acoustic shock tube by Murphy, William, Fackler, Cameron, Berger, Elliott, Shaw, Peter, Stergar, Mike

“…Impulse peak insertion loss (IPIL) was studied with two acoustic test fixtures and four hearing protector conditions at the E-A-RCAL Laboratory. IPIL is the…”
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Hearing loss prevention for carpenters: part 2 - demonstration projects using individualized and group training by Stephenson, Mark R, Shaw, Peter B, Stephenson, Carol Merry, Graydon, Pamela S

“…Two demonstration projects were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of a comprehensive training program for carpenters. This training was paired with…”
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Relationship between comfort and attenuation measurements for two types of earplugs by Byrne, David C, Davis, Rickie R, Shaw, Peter B, Specht, Burgundy M, Holland, Amy N

“…Noise-induced hearing loss is almost always preventable if properly fitted hearing protectors are worn to reduce exposure. Many individuals choose not to wear…”
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Heat and humidity buildup under earmuff-type hearing protectors by Davis, Rickie R, Shaw, Peter B

“…A major barrier to effective wear of hearing protection is comfort. This study examined several comfort indicators in the earmuff-type hearing protectors…”
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Noise exposures and perceptions of hearing conservation programs among wildland firefighters by Broyles, George, Kardous, Chucri A., Shaw, Peter B., Krieg, Edward F.

“…Wildland firefighters are exposed to numerous noise sources that may be hazardous to their hearing. This study examined the noise exposure profiles for 264…”
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Robotic direct reading device with spatial, temporal, and PID sensors for laboratory VOC exposure assessment by Brown, Kenneth K, Norton, Amie E, Neu, Dylan T, Shaw, Peter B

“…This study evaluated a novel robotic direct reading method that used a real-time location system to measure the spatial-concentration distribution of volatile…”
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Evaluation of a Workplace Exercise Program for Control of Shoulder Disorders in Overhead Assembly Work by Lowe, Brian D., Shaw, Peter B., Wilson, Sean R., Whitaker, John R., Witherspoon, Greg J., Hudock, Stephen D., Barrero, Marisol, Ray, Tapas K., Wurzelbacher, Steven J.

“…OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to assess effects of exercise on shoulder musculoskeletal symptoms among employees with overhead assembly work exposures…”
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Synthesis, characterization, and use of 2-[( 2H 9)butoxy]acetic acid and 2-(3-methylbutoxy)acetic acid as an internal standard and an instrument performance surrogate, respectively, for the gas chromatographic–mass spectrometric determination of 2-butoxyacetic acid, a human metabolite of 2-butoxyethanol by Brown, Kenneth K., Cheever, Kenneth L., Butler, Mary Ann, Shaw, Peter B., McLaurin, Jeffery L.

“…2-[( 2H 9)Butoxy]acetic acid and 2-(3-methylbutoxy)acetic acid were synthesized, mixed with 2-butoxyacetic acid, and separated by capillary gas chromatography…”
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Occupational Exposure to Acrylamide in Closed System Production Plants: Air Levels and Biomonitoring by Moorman, William J., Reutman, Susan S., Shaw, Peter B., Blade, Leo Michael, Marlow, David, Vesper, Hubert, Clark, John C., Schrader, Steven M.

“…The aim of this study was to evaluate biomarkers of acrylamide exposure, including hemoglobin adducts and urinary metabolites in acrylamide production workers…”
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Acceptance of a Semi-Custom Hearing Protector by Manufacturing Workers by Davis, Rickie R., Murphy, William J., Byrne, David C., Shaw, Peter B.

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Evaluation of smartphone sound measurement applications using external microphones—A follow-up study by Kardous, Chucri A., Shaw, Peter B., Murphy, William J.

“…The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducted a follow-up study to examine the accuracy of smartphone sound measurement…”
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Evaluation of smartphone sound measurement applicationsa by Kardous, Chucri A., Shaw, Peter B.

“…This study reports on the accuracy of smartphone sound measurement applications (apps) and whether they can be appropriately employed for occupational noise…”
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Alternative field methods for measuring hearing protector performance by Franks, John R, Murphy, William J, Harris, Dave A, Johnson, Jennifer L, Shaw, Peter B

“…In comparison with the mandatory noise reduction rating (NRR) testing of every hearing protector sold in the United States, real-world tests of hearing…”
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Developmental toxicity interactions of salicylic acid and radiofrequency radiation or 2-methoxyethanol in rats by Nelson, B.K, Snyder, Diana L, Shaw, Peter B

“…Radiofrequency (RF) radiation is used in a variety of workplaces where workers are concurrently exposed to chemicals. Combined exposure to RF radiation (10…”
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Getting the Balance Right: Leading and Managing Well by Shaw, Peter

“…Managers are continually faced with new challenges and dilemmas. Getting the balance right is never straightforward, however. We are always having to find the…”
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Comparison of impulse noise damage risk criteria using the chinchilla impulse noise exposures by Murphy, William J., Khan, Amir, Shaw, Peter B.

“…The 1968 CHABA recommendations to limit impulsive noise exposure to levels below 140 dB sound pressure level form the basis of current United States…”
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Paternal exposure of rabbits to lead: Behavioral deficits in offspring by Nelson, B.K., Moorman, W.J., Schrader, S.M., Shaw, Peter B., Krieg, Edward F.

“…Paternal exposures to exogenous agents have been reported to produce a variety of developmental defects in the offspring. In experimental animals, these…”
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