Handbook for improving safety and health — wood dust
Italian
Description
The document presents information on the different types of wood processing, the risks of wood dust (mentioning, in particular, carcinogens) and the types of protective measures. The results of a project on the estimation of exposure are also included.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
LOMBARDY REGION — D.G. HEALTH
Provider name (Original)
REGIONE LOMBARDIA – D.G. SANITA
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Type of provider
Tasks covered
Woodworking
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Dusts
Hazard - health effects
Carcinogens
Irritants
Exposure route
Inhalation
Substance Description
Wood dust
Prevention measures
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)
Training / guidance
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Target group
All (no specific target group)