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Contents

Forms of, Classification of and Health Risks from Hazardous Substances

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Introduction to Health Risks from Hazardous Substances
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Forms of Chemical Agents 7-1
Forms of Biological Agents 7-2
Acute and Chronic Health Effects 7-3
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Classification of Chemical Hazardous to Health

Assessment of Health Risks

Routs of Entry 7-6
Defence Mechanism 7-12
Assessment of Health Risks 7-15
Product Information 7-15
Hazardous Substance Monitoring 7-18

Occupational Exposure Limits

Occupational Exposure Limits
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25

Control Measures
The Need to Prevent or Control Exposure 7-29
Principles of Good Practice 7-30
The Practical Control of Exposure 7-31
Further Control of Carcinogens, Mutagens and Asthmagens 7-46

Specific Agents

Asbestos 7-48
Blood Borne Viruses 7-51
Carbon Monoxide 7-52
Cement 7-53
Legionella Bacteria 7-54
Leptospira Bacteria 7-55
Silica 7-56
Wood Dust 7-57