Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine

Walla A. Alfaraj

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Tetryl exposure: forgotten hazards of antique munitions: Walla A. Alfaraj, Brian McMillan, Alan M. Ducatman, Charles L. Werntz; Ann Occup Environ Med 2016;28:20. Published online April 8, 2016; DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40557-016-0102-7

Background

Older yet still abundant munitions such as tetryl present easily forgotten health hazards and associated needs for worker protection.

Case presentation

Symptoms and findings from 22 workers who were exposed to tetryl are summarized.

Conclusions

This study highlights the health hazards from exposure to tetryl. Occupational health professionals need to maintain vigilance to protect workers from the risks of handling older munitions.

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