Practical tools and guidance on dangerous substances

A number of tools and guidance documents have been developed by Member States, European institutions, business associations, social partners and other actors to help enterprises to carry out comprehensive and effective risk assessments. These tools represent a broad variety of approaches to managing dangerous substance effectively. Often they cover specific work operations, such as filling and pumping liquids or welding processes. Other sources give a comprehensive overview of a certain group of substances, such as sensitisers, or they highlight typical risks in certain sectors.

Moreover, in addition to supporting high-quality risk assessment, most of these tools include good practical solutions, explaining how to reduce risks in common work situations involving exposure to dangerous substances. There are also tools to support specific actors, such as labour inspectors, small and medium-sized enterprises, and workers’ representatives, among many others. So it’s well worth exploring the site to find out about the help that is on offer.

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Safe skin. Skin protection at the workplace

Statutory Accident Insurance Germany German MS information

Through the portal 'Safe skin. Skin protection at the workplace', several films are available, the aim of which is to inform and train workers on how to protect their skin, especially their hands, when working with dangerous substances. The films cover general topics regarding skin...See more

Skin protection in metalworking

Statutory accident insurance association for wood- and metalworking — BGHW Germany German MS information

The film is about the risks to your skin when you are working with metal, as well as the function of your skin and measures you can take to protect your hands. About 95% of all work-related skin diseases in metalworking concern the hands. Different protective gloves and protective...See more

Information on chemicals

European Chemicals Agency EU English, Other EU & international information

This website section is a unique source of information on the chemicals manufactured in and imported into Europe. It covers their hazardous properties, classification and labelling, and information on how to use them safely. This information is a valuable resource for promoting the...See more

Welding fumes extraction systems

Nederman Sweden English Visual resources

The video was produced by Nederman, which produces and markets extraction systems. The video shows the effect of extraction systems during welding: it shows welders working with an extraction system and welders working without one. You can clearly see that the latter group is...See more

Beautiful hands — healthy skin

German Statutory Accident Insurance for Health and Welfare Services — BGW Germany German Visual resources

How is your skin? This infographic provides important information about skin protection. The infographic highlights the following issues: how to protect your hands (e.g. with skin protection and skin care application, protective gloves), how to prevent risks such as risks owing to...See more

Only 30 seconds — get your disinfection

German Society for Hospital Hygiene — DGKH Germany Language free Visual resources

The short video demonstrates correct hand disinfection procedures. It highlights that hand disinfection takes only 30 seconds. Over 30 seconds of music by Treehouse, several healthcare staff are seen disinfecting their hands.See more

Mould in construction (when you encounter mould)

Work environment council for the construction sector Denmark Danish Visual resources

This leaflet, illustrated with photos, provides basic information on the precautions that should be taken as regards moulds encountered during building and renovation work. Some species excrete toxic fungal spores and may cause health problems, but it is very difficult to tell which...See more

Chemicals in an ideal dairy

Work Environment Council for the agriculture sector Denmark Danish Visual resources

The slide show is part of the project 'Chemicals at the ideal dairy'. Based on many chemical accidents in the dairy industry, Mejeriindustriens Arbejdsmiljøudvalg (MIA) — the Dairy industry's Work Environment Council...See more

What do you think this hand has been exposed to?

Work environment council for the service sector Denmark Danish Visual resources

The leaflet shows a hand with noteble skin eczema; it asks, could it have been caused by sulphuric acid, fireworks or handling cucumber in the kitchen? The leaflet concerns eczema, which can cause itching, burning, blistering and sores. Moreover, if it develops into chronic eczema,...See more

Illustrated guide on personal protective equipment for gardeners, hairdressers, cleaners, laundry workers, policemen and kitchen staff

Industry council for work environment for service and turism Denmark Danish Visual resources

This is a guide to find and select quickly all types personal protective equipment for your daily work.See more