Fred Lonidier

The Health and Safety Game: Insulator and Brick Mason's Skin
1976/1978

The image displays a two-page spread with text and photographs related to occupational health, specifically focusing on the skin conditions of insulators and brick masons who work with asbestos. The left page outlines a 12-step sequence of events from working with asbestos to getting medical treatment paid for, while the right page features a section titled "HIRE LAWYERS" discussing management's approach to dealing with workers' health and safety claims. Below the text, there are close-up photographs of hands showing various stages of skin damage, with captions that provide personal accounts and information about the workers' experiences and the impact on their health.

The image displays a two-page spread with text and photographs related to occupational health, specifically focusing on the skin conditions of insulators and brick masons who work with asbestos. The left page outlines a 12-step sequence of events from working with asbestos to getting medical treatment paid for, while the right page features a section titled "HIRE LAWYERS" discussing management's approach to dealing with workers' health and safety claims. Below the text, there are close-up photographs of hands showing various stages of skin damage, with captions that provide personal accounts and information about the workers' experiences and the impact on their health.

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Date
1976/1978

Classification
Photographs

Medium
Gelatin silver and chromogenic prints on board

Dimensions
Overall: 35 × 40 1/16in. (88.9 × 101.8 cm)

Accession number
2016.1.12

Credit line
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; purchase, with funds from the Photography Committee and the Director's Discretionary Fund

Rights and reproductions
© Fred Lonidier

API
artworks/46067

Part of a series:

The Health and Safety Game

27 works

Photograph of an assortment of items laid out on the ground, including boxes with various bottles, jars, and containers, some labeled with text such as "STEAK," "SPICES," and "HONEY." A statue of the Virgin Mary is also visible among the items. The image includes text blocks on the right side and bottom, suggesting an informative or artistic presentation.

A collection of nine documents arranged in a 3x3 grid. Each document appears to be a page of text, with the top row featuring headers in bold typeface. The documents have various markings, such as underlines, question marks, and handwritten annotations, suggesting they have been reviewed or edited. Some of the visible titles include "MARK YOUR CALENDAR," "CAL/OSHA UPDATE," and "YOUR CRIMINAL LIABILITY UNDER AB - 150." The overall appearance indicates a set of professional or legal documents.

This image shows a collage of text excerpts, photographs, and illustrations related to workplace safety and injuries. The left side of the image features a list titled "CARPENTER'S VERTEBRA" with numbered points detailing the steps of a workplace injury from occurrence to recovery. The right side includes two sections titled "MOVE TO ANOTHER STATE" and "MOVE ABROAD," both discussing the implications of business decisions on worker safety and health. Accompanying the text are black and white photographs: one of a person in a wheelchair, another showing a close-up of a back with a visible spinal injury, and a third depicting a medical back brace. There are also images of a shower handle and a bathtub with safety bars, suggesting adaptations for disability. The overall layout resembles pages from a publication or a report, with a focus on the human impact of workplace accidents and the importance of safety regulations.

This image is a collage of text and photographs, including a large central black and white photo of a person's torso showing the back and side, with skin conditions possibly related to industrial work. To the right, there are three chest X-ray images showing lungs, labeled "Cancer" and "No cancer." The left side of the image features a list titled "This Lung Goes to Work" with ten points describing the progression of a worker's lung condition and the associated workplace challenges. The top left corner contains a text box with a message about supporting "independent" organizations and management's role in health and safety. The bottom left corner has a small text passage reflecting on the use of masks and goggles in hazardous work environments.

A collage of text and images related to occupational health, focusing on "Coke Oven Worker's Lung." The central image is a close-up of a person's torso showing a large scar, with X-ray images of lungs below. The surrounding text includes narratives, medical information, and steps of disease progression.

This image displays a collage of text and black-and-white photographs. The text is arranged in two columns with a title "CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR'S NECK" and lists a sequence of events related to workplace injury and compensation. Accompanying the text are several close-up photographs: a man wearing a neck brace, a close-up of a hand with a swollen finger, and images showing skin with scar patterns. The layout resembles a page from a publication or report, with a narrative that combines personal testimony and medical history.

This image displays a poster with text and photographs related to a dental technician's experience with varicose veins. The top section of the poster has two columns of text under the headings "VIOLATE THE STANDARDS" and "WITHHOLD INFORMATION," discussing workplace health and safety issues. Below this, the heading "DENTAL TECHNICIAN'S LEGS" introduces a numbered list of points that narrate the technician's job history and health condition. On the right side, there's a large photograph of a person's lower leg and foot showing severe varicose veins, with a caption that reads "If I stay on my legs for two hours these veins will push way out." The bottom section features a series of six smaller photographs showing different angles of the affected legs. Additional quotes and statements are interspersed throughout the poster, providing personal insights and concerns about the condition and workplace environment.

This image is a black and white collage of text and photographs that tell the story of an egg packer's arm injury. The left side of the image features a list titled "EGG PACKER'S ARM" with 11 points detailing the progression of the worker's injury and its consequences. The right side of the image contains three columns of text with headings "LABOR decides to," "Defend itself," and "Take the offensive," each discussing different perspectives on workplace injuries and safety. Interspersed between the texts are close-up photographs of an elderly person's hands and arms, showing the physical effects of the injury, such as bandages and deformity. There is also an image of the person attempting to button a shirt, illustrating the difficulty they face with everyday tasks. Handwritten text at the bottom left corner appears to be a signature or note.

This image is a collage of text and photographs that appears to be an informational piece titled "EX-MARINE AND TRUCK DRIVER'S FEET." The left side of the image contains a list of points detailing an individual's journey from joining the Marine Corps to various hardships and medical issues related to their feet. The right side of the image features a series of black and white photographs showing close-ups of feet with visible ailments and deformities. The overall layout suggests a narrative or documentary style, possibly aiming to highlight the physical toll of certain professions or experiences.

Exhibitions

An Incomplete History of Protest: Selections from the Whitney’s Collection, 1940–2017

Aug 18, 2017–Aug 27, 2018

Fred Lonidier
27 works in the collection

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