Respiratory Disease
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We are committed to eliminating respiratory disease in the construction sector and will endeavour to raise awareness of the causes of respiratory disease as well as the appropriate control measures which should be in place to protect workers.
The HCLG encourages construction employers to adopt the principles of the hierarchy of control and to eliminate hazards from construction processes where possible.
The HCLG will continue to support and promote campaigns aimed at tackling respiratory disease, including the BOHS Breathe Freely Campaign, the IOSH No Time To Lose campaign, the Construction Dust Partnership and the HSE 'Go Home Healthy' campaign.
In addition, the HCLG Respiratory Working Group have joint forces with the Construction Dust Partnership to collate resources and raise awareness through joint campaigns.
Respiratory Health Campaign Videos:
Respiratory Health Fact:
The construction industry accounts for the largest proportion (over 40%) of occupational cancer deaths and registrations, with the most significant causes of these cancers being exposure to asbestos, silica and painting and diesel engine exhaust fumes.
Other useful links and resources
There is a wealth of information and resources available related to the issue of respiratory disease - information about what the issues are importantly, what you can do to protect your workers.
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Exhaust fumes guidance document
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The BOHS Breathe Freely Campaign
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HSE Statistics on respiratory disease
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HSE Go Home Healthy Campaign - Lungs
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