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HSE Dyes and Dyeing

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 …

HSE Cadmium in Silver Soldering or brazing (EIS31)

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 …

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 …

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 HSG187 Control of diesel engine exhaust emissions in the workplace

Follow the link to download this free web version of HSG187. This guidance gives practical advice to employers and self-employed people on how to control exposure to diesel engine exhaust emissions in the workplace, and protect the health of employees and …

HSE OCM2 Local Exhaust Ventilation – OFFSHORE

A brief HSE guide to Offshore Local Exhaust Ventilation. Covers Commissioning, Examination & Testing, Maintenance and Operator Training HSE OCM2 LEV Offshore

HSA Ireland – Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) Guidance

This document – available as a free pdf download is the equivalent in Ireland of HSG258 in the UK. The guidance was published by the Health and Safety Authority in Ireland and mirrors for the most part the format and content of …