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Some substances such as residual fuel oil and used engine oil contain chemicals that cause cancer. In addition to these effects, contact between oil and skin can lead to skin conditions ranging from mild irritation to severe oil acne. Control measures must be implemented to eliminate or minimise exposure to these substances.
Precautions on the label and in the SDS should be followed.
Hazardous substances should be stored in a locked, well ventilated area in the original packaging or in another similarly labelled container that clearly identifies the substance. A chemical from an unlabelled container should never be used.
Some domestic cleaning substances contain bleach (sodium hypochlorite) or caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) whilst some disinfectants contain carbolic acid (phenol). These substances can burn the skin and they are poisonous if swallowed. They should not be mixed together or used at more than the recommended strength.
Wherever possible, non-hazardous cleaning products should be used.
Some chemical products emit fumes that are hazardous if inhaled, for example adhesives and solvents used for degreasing. These substances should only be used in well ventilated areas and appropriate respiratory equipment should be worn.
Exposure to certain substances such as mineral oils, natural solvents, domestic cleaning agents and detergents, may cause dermatitis. Suitable gloves should be worn when using such substances. Barrier creams may also help protect the skin.
Even seemingly innocuous material may contain harmful substances. Before removing insulation, paint and other coatings, obtain information on the nature of the material, if possible, to determine whether there are any hazards associated with it, so that exposure can be minimised.
Inadvertent contact with toxic chemicals or other harmful substances should be reported immediately and the appropriate remedial action taken in accordance with the SDS.
General guidance on managing the risks of hazardous chemicals is available in Safe Work Australia's Code of Practice Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

13.1              Asbestos
Asbestos fibres released into the air are harmful because they can become lodged in the lungs and may cause cancer.
Asbestos is likely to occur on older vessels in insulation and panelling, but certain asbestos compounds may also be found elsewhere and on other vessels in machinery components such as gaskets and brake linings.
From 31 December 2003 the installation of asbestos on Australian ships has been prohibited. The same prohibition has been effective internationally from 1 January 2011, in accordance with SOLAS Chapter II-1 Reg. 3-5.2.
The risks of exposure to in situ asbestos on ships must be eliminated or minimised so far as is reasonably practicable as required under Part 2 of the OHS(MI) Regulations 2003. Health surveillance is also required for seafarers who may be exposed to asbestos.