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Shining a spotlight on lung disease
Some types of work can cause life threatening lung diseases if exposure to the risks are not managed and controlled. Breathing in dust, gases, vapours and fumes at work can cause life-changing lung disease or make existing lung conditions worse. Last year in the UK it is estimated that 12,000 people died from lung diseases linked to past exposure from work in a range of sectors.
Diseases like, asbestosis, silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, emphysema and even lung cancer, all cause severe, often incurable, health problems that can ruin lives.
Preventing work-related lung disease
Employers have a legal duty to protect workers’ respiratory health. If your workers undertake welding or use metalworking fluids, construction (cutting, drilling and sanding), stonework, woodworking, cement and concrete manufacture, baking and milling or quarry work then you must ensure you know the risks, plan your work and use the right controls to protect workers’ respiratory health.
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Corporate Communications
2.2 Redgrave Court
Merton Rd
Bootle
L20 7HS
2.2 Redgrave Court
Merton Rd
Bootle
L20 7HS
