Hazardous substances at work

Control exposure to materials in the workplace that cause ill health.

Common health problems

Every year exposure to hazardous substances at work effects the health of many thousands of people.

Common health problems include:

  • lung disease
  • skin irritation
  • dermatitis or skin cancer
  • occupational asthma
  • occupational cancer

The law requires business owners and managers to adequately control exposure to materials in the workplace that cause ill health.