Grape Vineyards

Comments

Vineyard workers were at increased risk for lung and skin cancer from arsenic exposure in arsenical insecticides. [BC Cancer Agency]

Description

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in growing grapes and/or growing grapes to sun dry into raisins.

Category

Agriculture/Forestry/Fishing

NAICS Code

111332

Job Tasks

High risk job tasks associated with this industry:

• Inhale mite allergens while farming or handling flour or grain
• Mix or apply organophosphates or work in fields after an application
• Spray chlorothalonil or tetramethrin (pesticides)
• Use carbon disulfide as fumigant