safe and
productive lives
and enterprises
Chemical and Hazardous Substances
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2013
Safety in Contract Cleaning
Chemical and biological safety guidance for employers and employees. This guidance document provides information in relation to chemical and biological safety with respect to those working in contract cleaning
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2013
Asbestos-containing Materials (ACMs) in Workplaces - Practical Guidelines on ACM Management and Abatement
The aim of these guidelines is to provide a broad spectrum of guidance aimed at the prevention of occupational illness from exposure to respirable asbestos fibres. The ‘Safety with asbestos information sheet’ and ‘Working with materials containing asbestos cement’ publication are now superseded by this new asbestos guidance publication.
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2013
2012 Survey of Chemical Usage in Irish Workplaces
The Health and Safety Authority commissioned this follow-up survey to the 2007 Chemicals Usage Survey to assist in the implementation of the Authority’s strategy of ensuring the safe and sustainable use of chemicals.
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2013
REACH Authorisation Information Sheet
Authorisation is a process under REACH designed to manage the risks of hazardous substances. It is a licensing system of sorts, whereby certain substances may not be placed on the market for a use, or used, in the EU unless the company has been authorised to do so.
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2012
Spray Polyurethane Foam SPF
This information sheet provides general information on the use of professional grade high pressure spray polyurethane foam (SPF) regarding chemical health and safety issues for SPF installers
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2012
Storage of Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories
The aim of this guidance is to provide advice on the identification and assessment of risks associated with the storage of hazardous chemicals in laboratories.
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2012
Storage of Hazardous Chemicals in Warehouses and Drum Stores
The aim of this guidance is to provide advice on the identification and assessment of risks associated with the storage of hazardous chemicals in warehouses and drum stores.
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2011
Biological Monitoring Guidelines
Many workplace tasks involve using chemicals which can be harmful to health if they are not properly controlled. The employer must ensure that exposure to chemicals is either prevented or properly controlled. These guidelines are primarily aimed at employers who are managing a workplace biological monitoring programme.
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2011
Your Steps to Chemical Safety
This booklet shows a three step approach whereby a small business can safely manage its chemicals. It shows you how to carry out a chemical risk assessment, which is required by law but more importantly, it will help you protect your employees safety and health. It will also potentially introduce cost savings to your business through more effective work practices, such as correct storage, handling, use and disposal procedures.
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2010
Respiratory Protective Equipment
Respiratory protective Equipment (RPE) not worn or selected appropriately is totally ineffective and may give the user a false sense of protection. The aim of these guidelines is to provide basic information and general guidance on the selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protection in the workplace. The main topics covered include the selection, fit testing, use and maintenance of RPE.