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BSC calls for more air pollution monitoring

BRITISH SAFETY Council is calling on the UK Government to approach the issue of air pollution with the same level and degree of urgency as it does climate change, and in doing so improve how it monitors and measures air pollution levels across the country.

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Protecting against benzene exposure

ION SCIENCE says it is an expert in protecting against benzene exposure. Working with a variety of industries that use benzene in their applications, ION Science has developed an experienced team who are able to advise, protect and manage benzene exposure in a range of situations.

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Worker diagnosed with occupational asthma

LANTERN ENGINEERING Ltd was sentenced for health breaches after workers were exposed to metal working fluid (MWF). MWF is hazardous to health, and exposure can cause health conditions including irritation of the skin/dermatitis, occupational asthma, bronchitis and irritation of the upper respiratory tract.

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HSE cracks down on dust

HSE INSPECTORS across Great Britain will be targeting construction firms to check that their health standards are up to scratch during a month-long inspection initiative, starting on Monday 4 October 2021.

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WHO slashes air quality limits

AIR POLLUTION is the UK’s largest environmental health risk, greater than obesity and smoking, leading to 40,000 early deaths a year and costs the UK economy a staggering £20 billion annually.

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