How can the lungs stay healthy?
German
Description
This document contains a presentation and related information with information about the harmful effects of dust, the prevention of respiratory diseases and appropriate workplace design. The presentation consists of 10 slides and lasts from 10 to 15 minutes. It should support employers in fulfilling their obligations to protect workers from exposure to dusts.
The presentation was developed by the Thematic Initiatives Circle Healthy Lungs
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
New Quality of Work Initiative — INQA
Provider name (Original)
Initiative Neue Qualität der Arbeit - INQA
Type of provider
Other type provider
Initiative, network
Tasks covered
Miscellaneous
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Dusts
Hazard - health effects
Allergens
Asthmagens
Exposure route
Inhalation
Substance Description
Dusts in general
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
Awareness raising
General information
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Occupational health physician
Safety officers
Supervisor
Trainers