Beryllium Workplaces (paragraph (k)) OSHA requires employers to offer medical. surveillance to workers who meet one of the. following conditions: is or is reasonably expected. to be exposed above the action level of 0.1 Âµg/m3. for 30 days in a year; show signs or symptoms. of CBD; were exposed to beryllium during an.
The pancreas is an abdominal organ that is located behind the stomach and is surrounded by other organs, including the spleen, liver and small intestine. The pancreas is about 6 inches (15.24 centimeters) long, oblong and flat. The pancreas plays an important role in digestion and in regulating blood sugar.
The pancreas is often referred to as the âhidden organâ due to the fact that it is located very deep in the abdomen behind the stomach. In adults the pancreas is about 6 to 8 inches long and contains tubes that come together somewhat like the veins as seen in a leaf.