Tobacco smoke and sick-building syndrome

Article Abstract:

There is considerable controversy on the extent to which tobacco smoke causes allergic reactions at workplaces. A survey released by Healthy Buildings International (HBI) indicated that tobacco smoke causes a feeling of discomfort in only 2.8% cases. HBI survey indicated that in most buildings suffer from sick-building syndrome and inadequate ventilation due to improper building design and maintenance is responsible making employees feel dizzy and nauseous. However, anti-smoking groups cite a report stating that HBI recieved financial assistance from the tobacco industry to fight for its interest, to prove that the company's report is biased.

Testing laboratories, Health aspects, Social aspects, Workplace smoking, Surveys, Tobacco industry, Healthy Buildings International Inc.

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How automakers are building safer cars

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New safety features in American automobiles have helped reduce the incidence of vehicle related fatalities. The continuing implementation of the 1966 National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act has contributed to the decrease in accidents to motorists. Two of the latest and most effective of these safety features are the anti-lock brakes and air bags. Manufacturers are presently incorporating these systems to new vehicles under production.

Safety and security measures, Product development, Automobiles, Automobile industry, Study and teaching, Air bag restraint systems, Airbag restraint systems

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Should road building in the national forests be halted temporarily?

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Some in the US Forest Service argue that a temporary halt in building roads in forests is necessary for Congress and the Clinton administration to find the best possible policies that would meet the needs of people and minimize the damage to the environment. However, some in Congress argue that the halt in road constructions has cost jobs and will do little in terms of protecting the environment.

Clinton, Bill, Road construction, Environmental aspects, Environmental policy, Forest reserves

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