| Document ID (ISN) | 110467 |
| CIS number |
10-0087 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0958-479X - Safety and Health Practitioner |
| Year |
2010 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Judson M. |
| Title |
Fit for life |
| Bibliographic information |
Jan. 2010, Vol.28, No.1, p.54-56. Illus. 8 ref. |
| Abstract |
Each year in the United Kingdom, 6000 new cases of lung cancer are diagnosed and 4000 deaths occur from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, due to occupational exposures. This article outlines the efforts being undertaken to address the thousands of deaths and cases of ill-health caused by airborne hazardous substances through a new scheme aimed at ensuring that respiratory protective equipment is fitted, worn and maintained in good condition. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
United Kingdom; toxic substances; respirators; supervision of use of protective equipment; limitation of exposure; supply of personal protective equipment |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
harmful substances; airborne dust; maintenance; lung cancer; obstructive ventilatory impairment; inspection |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Subject(s) |
Personal protection
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Personal protection
Workplace health promotion
|
