Combustion (process)
Emission of process generated carcinogens from combustion Most hazardous substances are labelled and identified, but there are also carcinogens created as a by-product during a work process, so called process-generated
Emission of process generated carcinogens from combustion Most hazardous substances are labelled and identified, but there are also carcinogens created as a by-product during a work process, so called process-generated
In the EU, it is estimated that approximately 1 million workers are exposed to mineral oils as used engine oils. Used engine oils are classified as carcinogenic to humans (Group
Find solutions Many other companies are taking measures to completely avoid or protect workers from exposure to carcinogenic substances. Filter the results to find solutions that may be of help
Inspection cases See how carcinogen risks are managed in real workplaces! We’ve gathered key inspection cases to show how exposure to cancer-causing substances are identified, assessed, and controlled. Labour inspectorates
As a firefighter or smog-diver, your vital role involves responding to emergencies, extinguishing fires, and ensuring public safety. You usually work in the front-line during a firefighting operation. Although optimally
Fire chiefs have the highest ranks in a fire service and are responsible for the overall management and organisation of fire service activities. They manage the budget, direct personnel, coordinate
As a fire investigators you mainly investigate the causes of fires. This is of great importance in the investigation of forensic or insurance-related causes. Usually carried out by the police
As soldiers and military personnel, your duty entails potential exposure to carcinogenic risks that necessitate vigilant precautions to safeguard your health. The occupational hazards inherent in military service can include
Many of the pleasure boats in the archipelago of the Swedish west coast have two-stroke engines with bad combustion, resulting in emissions of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) and other chemicals
The Netherlands Labour Authority have updated their document on exposure to diesel engine emissions (‘Blootstelling aan dieselmotoremissies (DME)’; in Dutch) to match the current states of technology.The guide is applicable
As a Kiln Operator, your role involves operating and maintaining kilns used in various industrial processes such as pottery, ceramics, or metallurgy. While your primary focus is on the efficient
From 2021, the Roadmap on Carcinogens started running twelve challenges to gain further impact, to help prevent workers from getting exposed to carcinogens (read the full strategy here). For the
According to the latest existing assessment from the early 1990s, 971,000 workers were estimated to be exposed to formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a skin-sensitizing agent that can cause an immune system
It is estimated that up to 1.3 million workers are exposed to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the EU. PAHs are classified as Group 1 carcinogen by IARC, meaning they
Approximatively 10,000 to 33,000 workers in the EU are exposed to acrylonitrile at their workplaces. Inhalation is considered as the primary route of exposure although workers can be exposed through
The latest estimated number of exposed workers in the EU to Epichlorohydrine (1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane) from 2011 is about 44,000. Inhalation is considered as the primary route of exposure but workers might
Dutch employee and employers organisations in construction worked together on the reduction of diesel motor emission (DME). Knowledge centre and consultant Volandis acted as an intermediate party and published the
The Austrian Workers’ Compensation Board (AUVA) has translated two of their short instructional videos on carcinogenic substances and hygiene in the workplace to English. This way, other countries and organisations
Approximately 2.000.000 welders work in the EU, according to the European Welders Association. There is a high potential for exposure to hazardous substances associated with welding activities. This guidance document
The GDA Hazardous Substance Check is a service available to all parties involved in occupational health and safety within a company. Its aim is to assist in the foresighted anticipation
This training package was developed by SLIC to raise awareness of the subject of hazardous substances for the non-specialist National Labour Inspector. It is proposed that a person with good knowledge of this topic can utilise these training materials and deliver an interactive training session for their national labour inspectors.
The Guidance The Netherlands Labour Authority have developed a comprehensive document tailored to provide employers or inspectorates guidance on how to interpret the extent of the obligations to search for
Innovative Materials: Risks and Solutions Innovative materials and products often contain (novel) substances which can provide remarkable functionalities and performance but their potential risks to the human health and environment
Despite significant efforts on the development of innovative tools and methods for the assessment and management of the potential risk posed by the nanomaterials to the humans and environment, they
As a fire damage restoration technician you are specialised in cleaning, restoring and restoring buildings and facilities that have been damaged by fires. You remove soot, fire odours and other
True to the motto ‘You can’t teach an old dog new tricks’ it is necessary to start with integrating activities that raise awareness in primary schools and in vocational educational
As a captain or lieutenant, you are responsible for directing operations. They monitor and coordinate actions at the scene and must make quick decisions in stressful and dynamic situations and
Control Guidance Sheets (CGSs) are essential tools designed to help employers manage and mitigate the risks associated with exposure to carcinogenic substances in the workplace. These documents serve as practical
Employers are often motivated to minimise the exposure of their employees to hazardous substances, but often don’t know where to start. Therefore, the Dutch Labour Inspectorate has developed an assessment
ChemSec, the International Chemical Secretariat, is a non-profit organization dedicated to work towards a toxic free environment. ChemSec strives to bridge the gap between decision-makers, industry, NGOs and scientists. Setting
Setting and problem In the ideal world, hazardous or dangerous substances should not be used at work. However, it is the combination of hazard and exposure that determines the final
In order to eliminate the risk of the exposure to hazardous substances, substitution of these hazardous chemicals is needed. However, finding a safer substitute without professional help can be a
Breathe Freely is a British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) initiative that focuses on mitigating occupational lung diseases. These conditions lead to severe health impairments and are responsible for approximately 13,000
Good illumination is one of the crucial factors for good quality when welding. Integrating lights in the hoods of local exhaust ventilations increases ergonomics and provides ideal workplace conditions since
Exposition against stainless steel dust (Chromium- and Nickel compounds) formed during grinding or polishing and fumes formed during welding can be well reduced using local exhaust ventilation with collectors adjusted
Welding of large workpieces, such as tanks and silos, makes it difficult and often impossible to use local exhaust ventilation. Kremsmüller Industrieanlagenbau KG combined layer ventilation with PPE for the
Cancer is the primary cause of death in Québec (Canada) and in the majority of industrialized countries. Carcinogenesis is a complex process, and researchers estimate that from 2 to 8%
BG BAU is the statutory accident insurance for the construction industry and construction-related services in Germany. They have a website dedicated to dangerous substances in welding. On the website, you can find information about
This case study details how the manager of DEKRA, a small independent company, part of a larger franchise, took action to prevent exposure to carcinogenic fumes in the workplace. With
The Estonian National Institute for Health Development published this guide about carcinogens in different work environments and work areas. What are possible effects of working with carcinogens, which measures should
The “Fiches d’Aide au Répérage des Cancérogènes” (FAR) and the “Fiches d’Aide à la Substitution des Cancérogènes” (FAS) have been created by the French Prevention Network (Prevention Departments of Occupational
In order to get the right information to employees that work on location, this facilities and technical services provider developed the Stoffenscanner (scanner of substances). It provides technical specialists access
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