Working environment factors
How does Thionazin affect workers’ health?
Feb
Thionazin (C8H13N2O3PS) is a chemical used in many factories, but few are aware of its potential risks to workers’ health. Long-term exposure can cause serious effects on the nervous system, respiratory system, and other organs. So, how can you protect yourself? Let’s find out!
1. What is Thionazin?
Thionazin, with the chemical formula C8H13N2O3PS, is an organic compound belonging to the phosphorothioate group, used primarily as an insecticide and nematicide in agriculture.
In terms of molecular structure, Thionazin consists of a pyrazine ring linked to a phosphorothioate group, in which the phosphorus atom is bonded to two ethoxy groups (–OCH2CH3) and one sulfur atom. The molecular formula of Thionazin is C8H13N2O3PS, with a molecular weight of approximately 248.24 g/mol.
Thionazin exists as a liquid, with a melting point of about -1.7°C and a boiling point of about 80°C.
| No. | Chemical Name in Vietnamese | Chemical Name in English | HS Code | CAS Number | Chemical Formula |
| 1. | Thionazin | Thionazin | 29339990 | 297-97-2 | C8H13N2O3PS |
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2. Where does Thionazin originate from in the production process?
During the production process, Thionazin can originate from various sources. Firstly, in the chemical synthesis stage, the mixing of raw materials and the chemical reaction process can produce Thionazin as a main or by-product. Additionally, during equipment operation, leaks or spills from storage tanks, pipelines, or machinery can also lead to the release of Thionazin into the work environment. Furthermore, activities such as equipment cleaning, maintenance, and waste treatment can also contribute to the generation of Thionazin if not managed and controlled strictly. Identifying and controlling these sources of emission is crucial to ensure worker safety and minimize negative impacts on the environment.
3. Industries that use Thionazin in production
In the manufacturing sector, Thionazin is primarily used in the chemical industry, especially in the production of pesticides. According to information from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the chemical industry plays an important role in the national economy, supplying raw materials for many essential manufacturing sectors, including pesticides.
The use of Thionazin in pesticide production aims to control pests and protect crops. In addition, Thionazin may also be used in other areas of the chemical industry, depending on specific needs and purposes.
4. How does Thionazin affect workers?
Exposure to Thionazin in the workplace can cause many negative health effects for workers. According to the Ministry of Health, harmful factors in the work environment, including toxic chemicals like Thionazin, can lead to occupational diseases if not strictly controlled.
To protect workers’ health, the 2015 Law on Occupational Safety and Health stipulates that employers must conduct workplace environment monitoring at least once a year to assess harmful factors, including toxic chemicals like Thionazin.
Identifying and controlling harmful factors in the work environment, especially toxic chemicals like Thionazin, plays a crucial role in preventing occupational diseases and protecting the health of workers.
5. Permissible safe concentration of Thionazin for human exposure
Currently, in the national technical regulations on occupational safety and environmental hygiene in Vietnam, there is no specific information on the permissible safe concentration for exposure to Thionazin. However, according to Circular 10/2019/TT-BYT of the Ministry of Health, the permissible exposure limits for chemical factors at the workplace are defined based on two main values:
Time-Weighted Average (TWA): This is the average concentration value of a substance in the workplace air, calculated over an 8-hour workday and a 40-hour workweek, to which a worker can be exposed without significant adverse health effects.
Short-Term Exposure Limit (STEL): This is the concentration value of a substance in the workplace air, averaged over a 15-minute period, which workers are not allowed to be exposed to beyond this threshold.
If the concentration of the substance in the work environment is between the TWA and STEL limits, workers are not allowed to be exposed for more than 15 minutes per instance and not more than 4 times per work shift, with intervals between exposures of at least 60 minutes.
Due to the lack of specific information for Thionazin, applying general principles of exposure limits and implementing occupational safety measures are necessary to protect workers’ health.
On a basic level, if working in an industrial environment, adhering to safety standards and limiting exposure to Thionazin is important. Organizations like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the United States provide guidelines and safety principles to protect workers from the negative impacts of chemical substances.
6. Measures to minimize the health effects of Thionazin on workers
To minimize the health effects of Thionazin on workers, the following measures should be implemented:
Workplace Environment Monitoring: Regular measurement and monitoring of Thionazin concentrations in the workplace air help to detect risks early and implement timely preventive measures.
Use of Personal Protective Equipment: Equipping and requiring workers to use adequate protective gear such as gloves, masks, safety goggles, and specialized clothing to prevent direct contact with Thionazin.
Improvement of Ventilation Systems: Ensuring the workplace has an effective ventilation system to reduce the concentration of Thionazin in the air, helping workers breathe cleaner air.
Training and Awareness Raising: Organizing chemical safety training courses, providing information on the risks of Thionazin, and instructing on how to handle incidents, helping workers to be clearly aware of and comply with safety measures.
The comprehensive implementation of these measures will contribute to protecting workers’ health and creating a safer working environment.
Occupational safety training: Workers need to be trained and educated on the risks and safety measures when working with this type of chemical. This training should be provided periodically and regularly to ensure understanding and proper compliance with safety rules.
Periodically organize occupational environment monitoring in factories and enterprises, collect and analyze factors harmful to workers, thereby adjusting to reduce the level of hazard to prevent occupational diseases for them.
7. National Occupational Environment Monitoring Center
Nam Viet’s Occupational Environment Monitoring Center is a professional unit for monitoring and measuring the quality of the working environment across all provinces in Vietnam. With a team of experienced monitoring specialists, the center uses modern measuring equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
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In addition to providing monitoring services, the center also assists clients in planning, handling, and tracking occupational environment issues. With the motto “the customer is the center,” the center focuses on customer satisfaction, meets all customer needs, and is committed to providing the best solutions for businesses.
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8. Quotation for Occupational Environment Monitoring
To help businesses carry out occupational environment monitoring professionally and effectively, Nam Viet offers our customers a quality and reasonably priced quotation table for occupational environment monitoring services.
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