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Keyword carcinogen

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Work environment
Chemical hazards
29.09.2023
- chemical hazards,
- dangerous chemical,
- safety card,
- radon,
- asbestos,
- asbestos work,
- carcinogen,
- mutagen,
- nanoparticles
- If the packaging of a chemical has a pictogram with a hazard symbol, it is a hazardous chemical.
- The chemical safety data sheet contains information for safe handling, potential dangers to human health and the environment.
- Chemical risks in the working environment must be assessed.
Work environment
Carcinogens and mutagens
13.04.2023
- carcinogen,
- mutagen,
- risk factors
- Carcinogens are substances, compounds and mixtures that can cause malignant tumours or increase their prevalence.
- Mutagens are substances and preparations that may induce genetic alterations or increase their prevalence.
- Exposure to carcinogens and mutagens is always dangerous, meaning that there is a possibility of developing cancer or a genetic defect.