OSHwiki — dangerous substances (chemical and biological)

Type of item
EU & international information
Country
EU
Year of publication
2016

English

Description

This article provides a general overview of occupational exposure to dangerous substances. It provides definitions, an introduction to the relevant EU legislation and basic information on how to identify and manage the health risks associated with dangerous substances in the workplace. The article provides an overview for beginners, and signposts the way to additional information.

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Provider name (Original)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Other
Hazard - physical state
Other
Hazard - health effects
Other
Exposure route
Other
Substance Description

silica, asbestos, isocyanates, paints, adhesives, disinfectants, Exhaust fume welding fumes, chromium, nickel, manganese, fluoropolymers, wood dust,  organic dust, flour, paper dust, animal dander 

CAS Number
112945-52-5
1332-21-4
75-13-8
7440-47-3
7440-02-0
7439-96-5
EC number
601-216-3
603-721-4
616-189-3
231-157-5
231-111-4
231-105-1
Prevention measures
Not applicable
Purpose of the material
General information
Target group
All (no specific target group)