This document is intended as guidance for national labour inspectorates (NLIs) and their inspectors. It describes the basic requirements under REACH, how they interlink with OSH legislation namely the Chemical Agents Directive (CAD) and the Carcinogens and Mutagens Directive (CMD). The explanation includes the relations between REACH derived no effect levels (DNELs) and Occupational Exposure Limit values (OELs). Using case studies, practical (combined) enforcement approaches for REACH and OSH legislation are illustrated. 

The 'green economy' has emerged as a priority in policy debates in recent years. But what does the concept mean in practice and how can decision-makers measure progress towards this strategic goal? This report provides some answers, presenting a detailed overview of the key objectives and targets in EU environmental policy and legislation for the 2010-…2050 period.

This document presents an overview of occupational exposure limits (OELs), derived no effect levels (DNELs) and derived minimal effect levels (DMELs). 

This article examines why certain groups of workers may be at greater risk of exposure to dangerous substances in the workplace. The article covers new workers, young workers, migrant workers and workers with certain medical conditions. The article gives information on the additional precautions that are necessary to ensure that adequate exposure control is achieved for these groups. Some information on relevant EU legislation is also included.

This website provides seven PowerPoint presentations about chemical substances, including nanomaterials, at work.

The OSHwiki gives an overview of nanomaterials, i.e. materials with nanometre-scale (nanoscale) structures, informs of potential hazards of these materials and exposures at the workplace. It informs about risk assessment of nanoparticles at workplaces, provides information on legislation and describes best practice approaches to the management of related risks. Evidence shows that a nanoscale substance behaves differently from its larger scale counterparts and hence may require different management approaches.

This report presents the corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including in relation to environmental issues and occupational safety and health. It discusses the benefits, challenges and lean principles in relation to this, and the 5S model applied in many companies.