Occupational guidance: agriculture, forestry and fishing
Estonian
Description
The guide provides an overview of some of the most common occupational safety and health problem in agriculture, forestry and fishing sectors. Among other hazards, the guidance specifies chemicals used in those sectors. It concentrates on pesticides, ammonia, dusts, desinfectants etc.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
Ministry of Social Affairs
Provider name (Original)
Sotsiaalministeerim
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Applying Pesticides
Cleaning or Disinfecting
Contact with Humans or Animals
Handling Insects
Handling Plants
Working Outdoors
Biological hazard
Microbiological hazards (Microorganism)
Hazard - physical state
Aerosols
Dusts
Gases
Liquids
Hazard - health effects
Allergens
Carcinogens
Toxic substances
Exposure route
Bites and stings
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Substance Description
Asbestos, pesticides
CAS Number
1332-21-4
EC number
603-721-4
Prevention measures
Level 1. Substitution
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Training / guidance
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers