Examination of the Production Stages of Rockwool Boards Used for Insulation Purposes and Evaluation in Terms of OHS

Abstract

Within the scope of the study, it is aimed to evaluate a selected stone wool production facility in Turkey in terms of occupational health and safety. For this purpose, on-site visits and detailed interviews were made with the technical personnel and occupational safety experts working in an enterprise of great commercial importance for our country. As a result of these examinations, the current risks, the personal protective equipment used, etc. aspects were evaluated. In addition, the production stages are discussed in detail in order to reveal the risks. As a result of the evaluations, it has been determined in which production stages/in which sections the biggest risk factors are in a rock wool production facility.