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The work environment is often an unhealthy place and can lead to various occupational diseases, the most common and hazardous of which, are those to the respiratory system of workers involved in industrial processing.

Following several accidents at the workplace due to explosions in apparently risk-free atmospheres, current legislation lays down specific obligations for employers to protect the safety and health of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres not only in cases where explosives are handled, but in all cases where potentially explosive dusts, mists and vapors might […]

In chemistry laboratories the risks for workers are numerous and greater than in typical workplaces because, in addition to the risk of falls and injuries, there are also chemical risks due to contact with chemical substances in a solid, liquid and/or gaseous state.

Gardening is an activity that some people do as a hobby in their free time while for others, it is an occupation. Despite seeming a quiet and sedate activity, it actually has a number of health and safety risks which can be hazardous to health so workers need to protect themselves appropriately.

Many industrial processes are likely to release substances, fine dust and vapours which, if inhaled, can cause numerous problems to the respiratory tract up to the point of causing diseases, such as in the case of asbestos, which endangers the life of worker. In these cases the use of devices for the protection of the […]

The 2016 statistics concerning the most dangerous chemicals being used in Europe and the number of workers exposed to these substances are a matter of concern. The carcinogenic chemicals which cause the onset of various body tumours are many, and some actually hold negative records.

Despite the fact that the prevention of infectious diseases has reached high levels, there are unfortunately outbreaks of infections, mainly in developing countries, which can spread to very distant areas owing to globalization and the ease with which people get around nowadays. How to defend oneself from infectious diseases? Can healthcare workers take care of […]

The metal industry is characterized by the presence of different job sectors, each of which involves different risks depending on the use of chemical agents or devices that produce particles, dust, fibers and various residues which represent a chemical and biological hazard for the workers who are exposed to these substances for many hours daily.

Sandblasting operations can present risks to workers’ health and safety and to their respiratory system in particular because it is the most exposed part of the body to this kind of problem as the hazardous dust which develops during the blasting phase may be easily inhaled by workers.

Health and Safety in hospitals is a fundamental issue as the wellbeing of citizens and hospital employees depends on it. H&S is achieved by actuating effective prevention and protection measures through the identification of risk factors which are diverse both in genres and nature in all health facilities.