Feb 9 2017
Workers are exposed to various chemical agents when painting. It is therefore essential to protect the respiratory system with specific devices, as required by the European Regulations. There are substantially two types of paint: powder and liquid where the latter is further divided into solvent based or water based.
Jan 30 2017
During the welding process, metal is heated until it melts. This procedure causes the release into the air of large quantities of fumes which contain metal particles and various other substances found in the welding device or on the surface of objects being welded. These substances are not harmful at room temperature, but the fumes […]
Jan 19 2017
The CLP sets out rules for the classification of substances and mixtures, and specifies labelling and special packaging requirements.
Jan 16 2017
As from June 1, 2015 a new regulation was adopted in the EC for producers, users, importers and distributors of chemical products which standardizes the wording and pictograms of Chemical Safety Data Sheets.
Jan 9 2017
One of the main purposes of the CLP is to determine whether the characteristics of substances and mixtures are such so as to classify them as hazardous. The danger labelling therefore warns the user of the risk involved and prevents exposure.
Dec 23 2016
PPE should be used in hospitals when there is risk of infection. They must be designed to prevent risks, be ergonomic and be suitable for the specific conditions of the workplace.
Dec 19 2016
Operators and professionals who work in chemical laboratories daily are constantly exposed to potentially toxic and harmful substances, reason for which the law enforces specific safety standards to minimize the risks associated with these substances and protect the health of workers.
Dec 12 2016
Workers in the agricultural field often come into contact with chemical products potentially harmful to the safety and health. When treating plants with pesticides it is often necessary to spray large quantities of harmful chemical products into the environment and this operation is often carried out over long periods of time.
Dec 5 2016
Personal Protective Equipment traded on the European market must bear a clearly visible CE mark to confirm that the device complies with current EU regulations. Respiratory Protective Equipment or RPE are devices designed to protect workers from inhaling particles, vapors and gases. They cover part or the whole face and are equipped with filters. Applicable […]
Feb 13 2017
How to manage and dispose of asbestos waste
By virtue of its classification as a special, toxic and highly dangerous substance, the collection, transportation, storage and disposal of asbestos-containing waste is subject to strict, mandatory laws, attributable to regulatory remediation plans. Waste containing asbestos is to be kept separate from waste of any other kind during temporary storage and warehousing. This type of […]