Jul 23 2018
Laboratory workers are particularly exposed to chemical and biological agents. The exposure of the human body to harmful chemical substances can lead very serious occupational health issues because, as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites are usually invisible to the naked eye, employers and workers alike tend not to take the risks that they pose to […]
Jul 16 2018
A workplace where workers are particularly at risk are construction sites where there is a high exposure to mixed dust due to both demolition and construction work as well as the use of cement, debris and plasterwork. Moreover, current legislation specifies the use of devices for protection against solid and liquid particles. Mixed dust hazards […]
Jul 9 2018
Carbon black is the general term used to describe a powdery commercial form of carbon. It is also known as Lamp black, Furnace black, Thermal black, and Channel black and is generated by the incomplete combustion of gaseous or liquid hydrocarbons (PAHs).
Jul 2 2018
Textile processing engages a large number of workers who are exposed to hazardous chemicals and dusts. Workers in the textile sector are required to use personal protective equipment for this reason.
Jul 30 2018
Ceramic industry: occupational health risks to the respiratory system
Nowadays, the ceramic industry, employs a significant number of workers in many countries. This is, however, a sector not invulnerable to occupational health risks. Hereunder find some of the possible hazards and how to prevent them, in particular, those related to the respiratory system.