Thomas v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

Opinion by

Judge Doyle,

John J. Thomas, Jr. (Claimant) petitions for review of an order of the Workmens Compensation Appeal Board (Board) which reversed a referees decision that had awarded Claimant benefits for total disability under Section 108(n) of The Pennsylvania Workmens Compensation Act (Act).1 We reverse.

*595Claimant was employed as a beryllium worker by Kawecki-Berylco Industries, Inc. (Employer) from 1960 until November 29, 1979. During the course of his employment, Claimant was exposed to numerous chemicals while on the job.2 3*It was also found that Claimant smoked cigarettes for…