Republic of the Philippines

Case Studies :

• Type of Problems : Extreme reactions to exposures to certain chemicals, particularly organic solvents like trichloroethylene (TCE)
• Industry : semi-conductor, electronics and other industries using organic solvents particularly trichloroethylene (TCE)
• Problem : Incidence of Stevens’ Johnson Syndrome among Filipino workers, both local and abroad
• Solution : medical surveillance of industries/ workers at risk; preventive education; work environment measurement,; occupational health examinations; safety inspections and audit.

Accident Case :

What happened: chemical explosion at a warehouse
Date : April 21, 2002
Time: dawn of said date
Place: San Francisco del Monte, Q.C., Philippines
Consequences: fire and explosion; respiratory problems of residents in the nearby areas.
Loss : undetermined
Cause of Accidents: build-up of vapor that reached the lower explosivity