Hazardous substances
Chemicals and dust may cause eczema or . In a worst-case scenario, they may damage the brain and central nervous system, and cause problems with having healthy babies. Therefore, you […]
Bricklayer-Facts
Facts on vibrating machinery and tools
Hand-operated tools for drilling and cutting construction elements place a strain on hands and arms. This can cause lack of sensation, numbness and pain in the fingers, hands and arms. […]
What respiratory protection?
It is important to use protective equipment when working with dust. Respiratory protection can include dust filters, or masks with replaceable filters, or turbo masks. Filters are divided into classes: […]
Organic solvents
Organic solvents can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and cause serious injury. Even solvents which do not smell unpleasant or seem hazardous may be harmful to lots of […]
Facts on heavy lifting when handling machinery and tools
Operating heavy machines can cause harmful effects in the body as working positions are often awkward; the oblique and often heavy lifting can be harmful. Use technical aids when transporting […]
Dust on the building site
Dust on the building site is often a major, serious problem – for both you and the quality of the construction work. But the creation of dust and effects of […]
Controlling substances
In the construction and building industry, we use up to 70 000 different forms of chemicals and materials. Here, you can get ideas on how to work with hazardous substances […]