The website provides links to guidance and instructions when using cooling lubricants published by the German statutory accident insurance. It also provides links to further information on various metalworking processes, including on risks to the skin, skin protection, biocides and corrosion inhibitors.
This information brochure supports those responsible for carrying out the legally required risk assessment. The BGW check explains a methodical procedure for systematically identifying hazards and stresses in seven steps, evaluating them and taking effective protective measures.
This guidance sheet provides information about the control of respirable crystalline silica (RCS) issues associated with the disc cutting of concrete and clay roof tiles. The requirement to use water suppression applies to all roof tiles and related roof coverings, such as artificial slates and concrete slates, as well as all related fittings.
This guidance sheet does not cover the practice of hand cutting, with the exception that this is recommended where possible to further reduce the risks.
The learning module on dangerous substances provides basic information on where dangerous chemicals occur in the workplace, how they can be assessed and how workers can protect themselves. The module gives an initial overview and introduction to the topic. Further information is provided according to sectors or topics on the website either as further learning module or brochure.
The website provides so-called task sheets, which are for building, maintenance and allied trades on how to safely carry out non-licensed work involving asbestos.
This page provides general information about risk factors at the workplace regarding the skin. It lists the types of hazards that are relevant and explains the health effects and potential prevention measures. A video supports the overall message. A link is provided to another site, where information on risk assessment is given.
The online workshop on ‘Advanced robotics and AI-based systems for automation of tasks – Perspectives on occupational safety and health (OSH)’, is one of the first of four main priority areas under the digitalisation operational activity of the...
The guide provides an overview of some of the most common problems in the work environment and their solutions. The manual concerns, for example, the following tasks: handling substances and materials; machine control, production processes; packing and warehouse work; cleaning work; repair and maintenance work; sorting and quality control. An overview of chemical risk factors is also given.
The two-page document explains the basic requirements of the CLP regulation regarding chemical labels. It shows what should be on them and how it should be arranged.
EU manufacturers, importers, downstream users or distributors shall label any chemical substance or mixture which is classified as hazardous in accordance with thhe CLP regulation.
The leaflet provides an overview of the responsibilities of chemicals manufacturers and chemicals users under REACH and CLP. It summarises the aim of chemicals legislation and the main principles and concepts of achieving them. It provides links to further information on ECHA's website.