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Thousands
of people are exposed to all kinds of hazardous substances at work. These
can include chemicals that people make or work with directly, and also
dust, fume and bacteria, which can be present in the work place.
Exposure
can happen by breathing them in, contact with the skin, splashing them
into the eyes or swallowing them. If exposure is not prevented or properly
controlled, it can cause serious illness, including cancer, asthma and
dermatitis, and sometimes even death.
What
Law Applies?
Control
of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1994 (COSHH)
Control
of Lead at Work Regulations 1998
Chemicals
(Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994
Do
you work with hazardous substances?
- Does
this concern you?
- Do
you use chemicals at work (including cleaning materials)?
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Did you know suppliers of hazardous substances have to provide information
to users, including safety data sheets and proper labeling?
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Are dusts and fumes present in your workplace?
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Do you have and water systems which could be colonized by legionella?
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Do you work with animals or their products that may be infected with
bacteria or viruses?
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