Arsenic and you

Working with arsenic: Are you at risk?

Date of publication:
2013
ISBN:
N/A
Series code:
INDG441

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This leaflet is for people who work with arsenic and its compounds.

It tells you about the possible health effects – short-term and long-term – and explains what you and your employer should do to control the risks.

This leaflet does not deal with the inhalation of arsine gas, which has a different effect on the body.

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COSHH
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