In addition, the database covers techniques and problems which are encountered in many analytical laboratories, especially in the areas of toxicology and body fluid identification. FORS is the world's only database that is dedicated entirely to forensic science related topics and is an invaluable information tool for forensic scientists and other professionals involved in crime investigation, education and medical and legal occupations. Over 3,000 people in the UK die every year from asbestos related diseases such as lung cancer, asbestosis and mesothelioma. With tighter European and UK legislation this new publication will give practical help to deal with asbestos safety and explain the legal responsibilities. Every printworks uses substances that are, to a greater or lesser extent, hazardous to health.
Common problems are dermatitis and exposure to solvents.
Aiming at small firms, but also having relevance to larger employers, the video first outlines the factors to be recognised in making safe use of a range of chemicals and then. Featuring Print Shop managers and others who explain the consequences and benefits, including those for health and safety of process changes they have introduced, the video demonstrates that when you work with UV curable materials you must take care that you do not develop the skin disorder, dermatitis. Also you must handle carefully the lightweight glass UV lamps which need to be changed frequently. Other preventive and precautionary measures include having your worker's health checked regularly providing proper extract ventilation, special bins for waste disposal and easily accessible emergency spill kits, and, where necessary shielding workers from UV light. When using blanket wash products you should use an aromatic-free agent that will cost you more than other agents but will give you a financial saving as you use less of it.