The report describes the method developed by RIVM to calculate product-specific intervals required for workers wearing personal protective equipment when (re-)entering pesticide sprayed crops. Currently, gloves can be prescribed for workers on the label of a PPP. However, information on the label about the duration of the obligatory use of gloves is missing. The new methodology provides a way to refine this period. 

The website provides a step - by - step self assessment regarding workers safety and health of workers with regard to chemicals. It also includes a link to a publication, which explains the most-used online tools for workplace risk assessments with an indication of the level of difficulty and a description of the substances or processes for which they are suitable. The tools are: ART, ChemRADE, ECETOC-TRA 2 & 3, EMKG, MEASE, Stoffenmanager®, Trexmo 2.0.

The aim of this guide is to assist employers in determining their health and safety policy relating to substances covered by REACH.

Different rules for storage of chemicals are explained and links are provided to further resources.

The webpage contains general information about abestos and why exposure to it is still relevant despite its prohibition. It briefly explains the need to assess risks and take prevention measures and includes several links to self assessment tools, risk management advice and e.g. the asbestos register. 

The website provides general information about hexavalent chromium and highlights the need to control exposure at workplaces. It includes links to several tools to assess exposure levels and implement risk management measures. Links to further information sources are also provided