This revised (version 2 – December 2004) Code of Safe Practice: Powder Coating – Application of thermosetting coating powders by electrostatic spraying has been published by the British Coating Federation. The cost of the Code is £25.00 and is available by phoning BCF …
This section of the HSE website evaluates typical exposure from Dyes and Dyeing processes. It covers a variety of controls (including LEV) as solutions in lowering exposure. http://www.hse.gov.uk/textiles/dyes-dyeing.htm Exposure to dyes Dyes used in textile finishing have many different, complex …
COSHH Essentials sets out basic advice on what to do to control exposure to hazardous substances in the workplace. It takes the form of straightforward advice in ‘factsheets’ called ‘control guidance sheets’. There are two types of sheets, industry-specific ‘direct …
Slide share is a great resource site. This presentation has been uploaded by M.Slater of Diamond Environmental and is titled Effective design and management of LEV systems. This is a good presentation which defines what an LEV is and the roles …
Top tips for a healthy workforce Preventing dusts, fume and irritant gases from getting into the air is usually more effective, simpler, and cheaper, than controlling dust once it is in the air. Employers can: Use water for wet techniques …
This is a leaflet produced by the HSE aimed at raising awareness that flour dust can cause asthma. It has some practical examples of activities conducted in the food production and ways to lower exposure. Aimed at Employers and Employees …
This HSE guidance is aimed at employers, managers and workers who use or plan to use cadmium-containing products and materials. It is also relevant to those who may be working on materials that may include cadmium-containing solders. To download this …
This is not related to LEV but is a health control. This information sheet has been developed jointly between the manufacturers’ organisation EEF, HSE and the Cast Metals Federation (CMF) – and in consultation with Unite – to help those …
A tale of two new schools. The problem Wood dust is a hazardous substance arising from the use of woodworking machines. Breathing in wood dust can cause asthma. However, it is easily controlled by using local exhaust ventilation (LEV). Two …
Harmful dusts – Inhalation and Dermatitis risks Most body fillers consist of a thermosetting unsaturated polyester in a solvent which is mixed with a reactive hardener. Hardeners are usually skin irritants and some are strong skin sensitisers – both can …
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