Are there carcinogens in your workplace? It's time to act!
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Description
This document raises awareness on reducing the risks related to exposure to carcinogens. It describes a process for identifying the carcinogens present in work environments, assessing the risks and implementing appropriate prevention measures.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
Occupational Health and Safety Research Institute — IRSST
Provider name (Original)
The Institut de recherche Robert-Sauvé en santé et en sécurité du travail (IRSST)
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Other
Hazard - health effects
Carcinogens
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Ingestion
Inhalation
Substance Description
Trichloroethylene
CAS Number
79-01-6
EC number
201-167-4
Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Level 1. Substitution
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Guidance
Risk assessment
Target group
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers