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IRSST Fact Sheets - Asthma in the Workplace |
| It is
important to recognize the potential risks associated with development of
occupational asthma and rhinitis in different work environments in order
to direct occupational hygiene efforts aimed at reducing these risks. The
IRSST has just published a fact sheet presenting these two respiratory diseases
in a general way as well as six other fact sheets that present the risk
factors associated with specific work environments and recommended preventive
and protective strategies for these occupations. These are written in non-technical
language and are appropriate for worker education purposes. |
| Title | Description | IRSST Document No. |
| Asthma in the Workplace | A general discussion of causes of workplace asthma and preventative measures |
RF-531
|
| Bakery and Pastry Making | Asthma hazards in the baking industries |
RF-532
|
| Carpentry and Joinery | Asthma risk of woodworking |
RF-533
|
| Asthma risks in Dental Hygiene | Asthma risks for dental hygienists |
RF-534
|
| Plastering | Asthma risks associated with drywalling and plastering |
RF-535
|
| Plumbing and Heating | Asthma risks in the plumbing and heating industry |
RF-537
|
| Animal Health Care | Asthma hazards in veterinary science and animal care |
RF-536
|
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