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Alone in the rubber industry more than 350,000 workers are employed in the EU; additionally about 260,000 workers are estimated to be exposed to metal-working fluids and corrosion inhibitors. N-nitrosamines
Alone in the rubber industry more than 350,000 workers are employed in the EU; additionally about 260,000 workers are estimated to be exposed to metal-working fluids and corrosion inhibitors. N-nitrosamines
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
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
The Joint German Occupational Safety and Health Strategy’s (GDA) Hazardous Substance Check (GDA Gefahrstoff-Check in German) is a service available to all parties involved in occupational health and safety within
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.
As a CNC machinist, your work involves manipulating and operating computer-controlled machinery, exposing you to potential carcinogenic risks that require careful consideration for your health and safety. The materials commonly
As a retread technician, your work involves the process of retreading tires, and this occupation comes with specific health and safety considerations, including potential exposure to carcinogenic risks associated with
As an electrician, your occupation involves working with electrical systems and wiring, exposing you to specific occupational hazards. While the primary focus of your work is on ensuring the safe
As a machining engineer, your role involves overseeing and optimising machining processes to produce precision components. While your primary focus is on the efficiency and quality of machining operations, it’s
As a CNC Programmer, your role involves the creation and optimization of computerized programs for CNC machinery, exposing you to potential carcinogenic risks that require careful consideration for your health
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
A guide for reducing risky medicinal products The European Commission have created a guide that offers tangible instances aimed at minimizing workers’ contact with risky medicinal products throughout various stages
Belgium Statistics – Work Related Cancer In Belgium, around 1,800 people die every year from work-related cancer. This figure, which is largely underestimated, illustrates an alarming reality that receives little
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 hydraulic and pneumatic technician, your role involves designing, maintaining, and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems. While your primary focus is on ensuring the functionality of these systems, it’s
As a wholesale representative, your role involves selling products in bulk to retailers, businesses, or other wholesalers. While your occupation may not directly involve exposure to carcinogenic substances, it’s important
As a textile designer, your role involves creating and developing designs for fabrics and textiles used in various applications, such as clothing, home furnishings, and accessories. While your occupation may
As a rubber technologist, your work involves the development, production, and analysis of rubber products. While rubber itself is not typically associated with direct carcinogenic risks, certain aspects of the
As a metallurgist, your role involves working with various metals and alloys, exposing you to potential hazards that may pose risks to your health, including potential carcinogenic substances. Although the
As a production line operator, your role involves overseeing and managing the equipment and processes on a production line to ensure the efficient manufacturing of goods. While your primary focus
As a metal machinist, your occupation involves working with various materials and machinery that may expose you to potential carcinogenic risks. These hazards can arise from factors such as metalworking
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 tool and die maker, your role involves crafting and repairing precision tools, dies, and molds used in manufacturing processes. While your occupation may not directly involve exposure to
As a Retail salesperson involved in the sales of textiles and clothing, your role may expose you to potential carcinogenic risks associated with certain products commonly found in the retail
As amanual Machinist, your role involves operating machine tools to create precision parts and components manually. While your primary focus is on the accuracy and quality of machining operations, it’s
As a surface preparation technician, your job involves preparing surfaces for painting, coating, or other finishing processes, and it’s important to be aware of potential occupational hazards, including those related
As an industrial machinery mechanic, your role involves maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting machinery used in various industrial settings. While your primary focus is on ensuring the functionality of industrial equipment,
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
As a Mechanical Engineer in the repair and installation of machinery and equipment, you primarily focus on engineering solutions but it’s important to be aware of potential occupational hazards, including
As Chemical Engineers and Formulators, your collaborative efforts involve the intricate design and formulation of various chemical products, exposing you to potential health risks that demand meticulous attention to your
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
As a textile engineer, your work revolves around the design, development, and production of textile materials and products. While your occupation may not directly involve exposure to carcinogenic substances, it’s
Introduction and problem setting Hundreds of thousands employees are exposed to hazardous, and sometimes even carcinogenic substances nowadays. Some industries have already taken the necessary measures to eliminate the exposure
As a painter or coater, your profession involves working with various substances that may expose you to potential carcinogenic risks. These hazards can arise from the use of specific chemicals
As a surface preparation worker, your job involves preparing surfaces for painting, coating, or other finishing processes, and it’s important to be aware of potential occupational hazards, including those related
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
As a welder and fabricator, your role involves not only joining metal pieces through welding but also fabricating metal structures and components. Your occupation directly involves exposure to carcinogenic substances
As a tire builder, your job involves assembling various components to construct tires for vehicles. While your occupation may not directly involve exposure to carcinogenic substances, it’s important to be
A solution for carcinogenic transportation At the Rohm & Haas Italia Mozzanica plant, transfer of carcinogenic material from road bulks is done via dry disconnect coupler that are designed to
As a machine operator, your role involves operating and maintaining various types of machinery to perform specific tasks. While your primary focus is on efficient machine operation, it’s important to
As a metalworker, your profession involves hands-on work with various metals and machinery, exposing you to potential hazards that may pose risks to your health, including potential carcinogenic substances. The
As an assembly technician, your occupation may entail potential exposure to carcinogenic risks associated with the materials and substances commonly used in manufacturing processes. These hazards can manifest in various
As an assembly line worker, your occupation may entail potential exposure to carcinogenic risks associated with the materials and substances used in manufacturing processes. These hazards can manifest in various
During the years 2018 – 2021, the Romanian Labour Inspection carried out control actions to check how the occupational health and safety requirements regarding the use of dangerous chemical substances
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%
As a millwright, your occupation involves working with various machinery, mechanical systems, and construction projects, and it may expose you to potential hazards that could pose risks to your health,
As a tire designer, your role involves conceptualising, creating, and refining designs for tires used in various vehicles, ranging from cars to trucks and specialty vehicles. While your occupation may
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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