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LLNL recognizes the need for medical safeguards for beryllium workers at its facilities. LLNL offers medical examination and evaluation for LLNL employees and undertakes notification procedures in beryllium work areas and regulated beryllium work areas in support of workplace safety and health. LLNL strives to inform all employees in beryllium work areas and regulated beryllium work areas that exposures to airborne levels of beryllium, including those less than regulatory limits, may trigger sensitization among some individuals and that such sensitization has, in some cases, led to CBD. Programs and services offered to LLNL employees include tests for beryllium sensitivity and CBD, a medical examination program, and management assistance in seeking alternative assignments, when appropriate. The medical surveillance and notification requirement applies to current and prospective LLNL employees. Testing for beryllium sensitivity is recommended for employees assigned to beryllium work areas or regulated beryllium work areas.
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