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Skin at work advice

HSE — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:02:38 +0000

Work-related skin problems are very common, they can happen in most workplaces although they happen more in certain high risk jobs. Some specific advice has been provided for hairdressers and other high risk jobs.

Skin at work advice for high risk jobs

Working safely with lead

HSE — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:54:46 +0000

Guidance on risks and management of exposure to lead. When lead and lead compounds are processed, worked or recovered from scrap or waste they can create lead dust, fume or vapour. This can be absorbed by your body and can lead to a range of medical problems.

View working safely with lead details

CCA conference government agenda on enforcement

HSE — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:05:35 +0000

Judith Hackitt CBE, HSE Chair recently spoke at the CCA conference government agenda on enforcement conference.

View transcript of speech by HSE Chair

Young tradespeople alerted to asbestos risk

HSE — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:01:34 +0000

Trainee apprentices from around the West Midlands received a stark warning from the Health and Safety Executive that, once exposed to asbestos fibres in their lungs, they could die a premature death from mesothelioma unless they take necessary precautions in the workplace.

View young tradespeople alerted to asbestos risk press release