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News Release from: Stevens Industrial Services | Subject: REACH
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 18 November 2003
Health-threatening chemicals: a danger
zone
The European Commission new registration, evaluation and authorisation of chemicals (REACH) proposal will test the safety of tens of thousands of chemicals in the workplace: industry must take note
In light of the European Commission new registration, evaluation and authorisation of chemicals (REACH) proposal, to test the safety of tens of thousands of chemicals in household goods, I urge industry to take note Despite warnings, products containing health-threatening chemicals continue to be used in the work place
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 1 Dec 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Industry's ignorance and failure to choose safer products will backfire in today's increasingly litigious society.
Dichloromethane is just one example of a dangerous chemical found in many products, including anti-spatter sprays for welding.
Apart from being proven to cause damage to the blood, the nervous system and the liver, if used long-term, dichloromethane can also cause cancer in users.
It is time for employers to wise up and start taking this matter seriously.
Products free of dichloromethane and other dangerous chemicals are available and they are also competitively priced.
These steps must be taken to achieve a healthier workforce and now there is no longer an excuse for industry to drag its feet.
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