Chemicals and biological agents — guidance

Type of item
MS information
Country
Δανία
Year of publication
2017

Danish

Description

The web page presents a collection of links to materials and information on how to control or prevent the risks posed by exposure to chemical or biological substances and materials. This information can be used as guidelines for problem solving or as inspiration for discussions on — and to solve — occupational health and safety challenges.
Some of the materials also contain schematics that can help in the identification of problems and solutions. The materials focus on, among others, the following areas: storage, surface treatment, welding and casting of metals, asbestos and nano, vehicles, waste, allergies and protection, epoxy and isocyanates and cooling and lubrication

Other data

Provider
Provider name (English)
Branch association for the working environment for industry
Provider name (Original)
Branche Fællesskab for Arbejdsmiljø for Industri
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Applying Glues or Sealants
Applying Surface Coatings
Construction
Electroplating
Heating, Machining, or Welding Metal
Processing Materials
Biological hazard
Microbiological hazards (Microorganism)
Zoonoses
Hazard - physical state
Aerosols
Dusts
Liquids
Nanoparticles (airborne liquids/solids including smoke or mist)
Vapours
Hazard - health effects
Allergens
Carcinogens
Toxic substances
Fire and explosion
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Sharps and cuts
Skin absorption
Substance Description

Not specific to substances but rather activities at the workplace

Prevention measures
Level 1. Substitution
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
Guidance
Target group
Managers
Safety officers
Supervisor
Workers
Workers representatives