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An evaluation of criteria proposed to reauthorize the cleanup of superfund sites : case studies from EPA's Region X

Creator:: Williamson, Gina Denise
Abstract:: The United States Congress is currently debating a bill to reauthorize the 1980 Superfund Hazardous Waste Cleanup Law. If this bill is not reauthorized by the end of 1995, the program will either continue in its present form or be eliminated altogether.' As currently administered, the Superfund program sets out...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Anna K. Harding for her patience and support throughout this study from the original

Factors influencing family use of health care services in Tamil Nadu (India) villages

Creator:: Harding, Anna K. Williamson
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Tamil Nadu (India) villages AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Anna K. Williamson Harding for the degree of

Handwashing attitudes, intentions, behaviors and barriers in the restaurant environment

Creator:: Pragle, Aimee S.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to identify the knowledge, attitudes, practices and barriers related to handwashing in the restaurant environment. The study was designed with multidimensional study tools to include: a focus group conversation with questions to food workers to develop an initial understanding of knowledge, practice and attitudes...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: like to give special recognition to my major professor, Dr. Anna Harding for her support, academic

Recycling knowledge, attitudes and behavior for on-campus and off-campus students in organized living groups at Oregon State University

Creator:: Rainey, Rochelle C.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to examine Oregon State University students' self-reported knowledge, attitudes, and behavior about recycling. Students living in on-campus and off-campus organized living groups were mailed a four-page survey with questions about their recycling activities, their attitudes about recycling, their opinions of the effectiveness of the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: -campus Students in Organized Living Groups at Oregon State University. Abstract approved: Anna Harding

Investigation of the presence and change over time of water quality parameters in selected natural swimming areas in Oregon

Creator:: Van Ess, Erica
Abstract:: Few studies, and none in Oregon, have examined the presence and change of water quality parameters over time in popular natural swimming areas. This information is necessary to better understand water quality and risk of illness from either fecal contamination or cross-infection from other swimmers. The purpose of this study...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Selected Natural Swimming Areas in Oregon. Abstract approved: Anna K. Hti ing Few studies, and none

An analysis of well water quality and local residents' perceptions of drinking water quality in the southern Willamette Valley

Creator:: Kite-Powell, Aaron C.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to; (1) determine the extent of well water contamination with nitrate and pesticides, and to understand the relationships among nitrate, pesticide, dissolved chloride, dissolved sulfate, well age, and well depth in the southern Willamette Valley, Oregon; and, (2) to investigate local residents' perceptions and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: special recognition to Dr. Anna Harding whose guidance and encouragement have been central to my learning

Radiologic sampling of surface soils near a USEPA superfund site

Creator:: Blakeman, Christopher John
Abstract:: The human health effects of acute exposure to high levels of ionizing radiation are well understood; however, when these irradiations occur at low levels, there is controversy as to their potential health threat (BEIR V, 1990). For individuals living in areas where the level of naturally occurring background radiation is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: and acknowledgement goes out to Dr. Anna Harding, my Major Professor, whose constant and unwavering

Does implementing a behavioral safety process decrease injuries and their severity?

Creator:: Harding, Kevin C.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to determine if the implementation of a Behavioral Safety process in a high tech worksite decreases injuries and their severity. The study also sought to determine interest and participation in the corporate Behavioral Safety process. Past injury data were collected and analyzed from corporate...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Implementing a Behavioral Safety Process Decrease Injuries and their Severity? Abstract approved: Anna K

Perceived medical discrimination in American Indian women : effect on health care decisions, cancer screening, diabetes services and diabetes management

Creator:: Gonzales, Kelly L.
Abstract:: American Indians and Alaska Natives have disproportionately high rates of diabetes, and it is not known if perceived medical discrimination is associated with diabetes health measures and poorer health for this population. This study examined the effect of perceived medical discrimination (PMD) in American Indian women on health care decisions,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: Anna K. Harding American Indians and Alaska Natives have disproportionately

Health risks associated with exposure to stainless steel arc welding fumes and gases

Creator:: Chadim, Charles
Abstract:: Electric arc welding is the most prevalent welding type in industry. It creates two main groups of health hazards for workers; fumes and gases, and radiant energy. Shielded Metal Arc (SMA) welding is the most widely used welding method in industrial plant welding shops. The main chemical health hazards associated...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: with Exposure to Stainless Steel Arc Welding Fumes and Gases Abstract approved: Anna Harding

ScholarsArchive@OSU

An evaluation of criteria proposed to reauthorize the cleanup of superfund sites : case studies from EPA's Region X

Factors influencing family use of health care services in Tamil Nadu (India) villages

Handwashing attitudes, intentions, behaviors and barriers in the restaurant environment

Recycling knowledge, attitudes and behavior for on-campus and off-campus students in organized living groups at Oregon State University

Investigation of the presence and change over time of water quality parameters in selected natural swimming areas in Oregon

An analysis of well water quality and local residents' perceptions of drinking water quality in the southern Willamette Valley

Radiologic sampling of surface soils near a USEPA superfund site

Does implementing a behavioral safety process decrease injuries and their severity?

Perceived medical discrimination in American Indian women : effect on health care decisions, cancer screening, diabetes services and diabetes management

Health risks associated with exposure to stainless steel arc welding fumes and gases

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