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16/05/2019
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What are carcinogens?
A carcinogen is a substance that can cause, aggravate or promote cancer in humans or animals. They can be inhaled or may enter through the skin or mucous membranes. Hundreds of carcinogenic substances exist to which workers may be exposed. Many... |
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25/04/2019
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Invest in OSH to save money
Even small investments in occupational safety and health (OSH) can make a big difference to a company looking to reduce the risks posed by dangerous substances. Businesses committed to creating a prevention culture and providing the appropriate... |
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11/04/2019
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Which risks arise from unsafe chemical storage?
Improper storage resulting in chemical emissions can be due to many factors. Mechanical damage to containers; container ageing; expansion of the filling; or the sampling and transfer of chemicals, to name a few. To avoid... |
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28/03/2019
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Why can women be more vulnerable to dangerous substances than men?
Men and women are concentrated in different sectors; men work more in industry and women in services. And in many workplaces, such as those involving manual labour or service-based duties, men and women... |
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