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Control of laboratory animal allergy.

Title Control of laboratory animal allergy.
Author HSE
Series Code EH
Series Number 76
Publisher HSE Books
Date of Publication 2002
Length 8 pages
ISBN 0717624501
Price Exc. VAT £7.50
VAT Rate 0%
Product Type Hard Copy
Format Paper
Notes Guidance note, environmental hygiene 76. (GNEH76)(GN EH 76)(GNEH 76)(GN EH76) supercedes 'What you should know about allergy to laboratory animals'. ISBN 0118855271.
Abstract This publication draws attention to the possible health risks which could result from exposure to laboratory animal allergens. It gives advice on the precautions which may need to be taken to prevent or adequately control exposure as required by COSHH. It also deals with duties under the management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, specifically the need to co-operate and co-ordinate where different employers share a workplace. It does not deal with other safety issues associated with work with laboratory animals, for example management of infection risks. Contents: Introduction; What is laboratory animal allergy?; Management of health and safety in animal facilities; Assessment; Prevention and control of exposure; Maintenance examination and testing of control measures; Health surveillance; Information, instruction and training for employees; References.
Keywords Guidance; Medical; Health hazards; Exposure; Chemicals; Environmental; Cages; Cleaning; Stock; Students; Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR).


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