Yellow Phosphorus Work

Health Hazards

Acute:
Vapors from burning yellow phosphorus can irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs, and may also lead to severe respiratory distress, which could be delayed by several hours.
Contact with the skin can ignite and cause severe burns with blisters.
Severe damage to the eyes may occur.
Ingestion causes nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain a few hours after exposure.
Vomit smells like garlic and glows in the dark. Symptoms may disappear after 24-36 hours. Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain reappear within a few hours or 2-3 days, along with diarrhea and jaundice. Severe cases may result in death.

Chronic:
Can cause jaw pain, swelling, toothaches, loose teeth, and jawbone destruction, leading to phosphorus necrosis of the jaw (Phossy Jaw).
May cause weakness, anemia, loss of appetite, stomach pain, coughing, paleness, and damage to the liver, kidneys, nervous system, and circulatory system.
Bones may become brittle and more prone to fractures.
Individuals with dental diseases, liver disease, or anemia are more susceptible.
Respiratory System: Long-term exposure may cause throat discomfort, coughing, and may lead to bronchitis, pneumonia, or pulmonary edema.


Suggestions:
Level 1 Management: No specific regulations.
Level 2-4 Management:
Consider health conditions unsuitable for this type of work, such as periodontal diseases, liver diseases, and contact dermatitis.