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HSE INDG429 – Bakers – Time to Clear the Air!

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 …

HSE Case Study Schools Wood dust

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 …

HSE Motor Vehicle Repair Topics – Dusts

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 …

Basic Guide to Mechanical Shake Filtration Units

This is a brief guide and introduction to possibly the most commonly applied unit, the mechanical shake dust filter unit. Mechanical Shake filters are fabric multi-pocket bags which are attached to a shaker mechanism.  These units are designed for short duration use …

HSE CIS 36 Construction dust

HSE Construction dust information sheet. This is a useful information sheet which highlights the how construction dust can seriously damage health. It also outlines some of the most common activities and the most suitable controls including water and on-tool extraction. …

HSE Textile dust

The following is taken from http://www.hse.gov.uk/textiles/dust.htm Dust Why dust is a problem Dust can cause explosions[1]. Textile process dusts, in particular wool and cotton, can also cause byssinosis (cotton dust), occupational asthma and respiratory irritation – see more information below …

HSE HSG103 – Safe Handling of Combustible Dusts

This HSE guidance publication provides practical advice on the prevention and mitigation of dust explosions and fires. The guidance is intended for employers, managers, foremen and safety representatives working in the many industries where combustible dusts may be present. A …

SHAPA – Ten Key Steps for Comparing Dust Extraction System Proposals

SHAPA = Solids Handling & Processing Association Visit www.shapa.co.uk to find out more about membership. This document is titled SHAPA Technical Bulletin No.6 10 Key Steps for Comparing Dust Extraction System Proposals by John Whitehead – General Secretary, SHAPA. This document aims to …

HSE COSHH ESSENTIALS IN FOUNDRIES: SILICA

The HSE – COSHH essentials in quarries: Foundries: 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’. …

HSE CoSHH essentials in quarries: Silica

The HSE – COSHH essentials in quarries: Silica: 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’. …