An introduction to dangerous substances in the workplace

Type of item
EU & international information
Country
EU
Year of publication
2003

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Description

This short factsheet provides an overview of the basic risk management related to dangerous substances at the workplace. It briefly describes legal obligations and outlines the process of risk assessment and implementation of preventive measures.

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Sector / Industry covered
Not sector specific
Provider
Provider name (English)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Provider name (Original)
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Not applicable
Hazard - health effects
Not applicable
Exposure route
Not applicable
Substance Description

Not substance specific

Prevention measures
Not applicable
Purpose of the material
General information
Target group
All (no specific target group)