Guidance on exposure to asbestos
Romanian
Description
The guide provides support in understanding the legal provisions regarding asbestos at work. It gives examples of asbestos-containing materials and it provides examples of prevention measures and monitoring techniques. The guide is part of a series of guidance documents published by the Romanian occupational safety and health (OSH) Institute as part of the Sectorial Plan 2009-2012 of the Romanian Ministry of Labour.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
National Research and Development Institute on Occupational Safety — INCDPM 'Alexandru Darabont'
Provider name (Original)
Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Protectia Muncii - I.N.C.D.P.M. "Alexandru Darabont"
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Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Fibres
Hazard - health effects
Carcinogens
Exposure route
Inhalation
Substance Description
asbestos
CAS Number
1332-21-4
EC number
603-721-4
Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 2. Reducing / minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Purpose of the material
General information
Guidance
Target group
All (no specific target group)