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Seshananda Sanjel, Ph.D. Scholar Kathmandu University Presented by: Steven M. Thygerson, Ph.D., MSPH, CIH Brigham Young University

 Respiratory health of brick kiln workers ◦ Few published studies  Show association of chronic bronchitis and decreased lung function (Myers, 1989; Joshi, 2008; Alama, 2009)  Studies lacked adequate assessment of dust exposure, especially the respirable fraction.

 Enhanced knowledge about air pollution related health problems and necessary steps to reduce health hazard  Increased pressure from kiln workers and other stakeholders on government and kiln operators for developing policies and action for environment friendly brick production system.  Brick kiln operators and owners take necessary steps to reduce pollution resulting from brick manufacturing process and decrease occupational hazards.