Information CHEMICAL HAZARDS What? There is a whole series of chemical products that can constitute a health risk. Depending on their properties (toxic, carcinogenic/mutagenic, irritants, corrosive), the way in which they enter the body (through inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact, or contact with an open wound) and the quantity absorbed, they may adversely affect the health to a lesser or greater extent. Some volatile chemicals and flammable dust pose a fire and explosion risk. Who? Private security guards may be exposed to hazardous products from the client company’s operations during surveillance activities and rounds. Make sure the client informs you (the security services company) and the private security guards about the risks and measures in place (e.g. PPEs such as mouth masks, gloves, …; procedures in case something goes wrong). Check whether the client has clearly marked (labels + signs) the presence of chemical substances.
Resources Legal references 89/391/CEE Implementing measures to improve the health and safety of workers (framework directive). 89/654/EEC Directive on the minimum safety and health requirements for the workplace. 98/24/EC Directive on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work. 2000/54/EC Directive on the protection of workers from risks related to exposure to biological agents at work. Additional resources Lorem ipsum dolor sit.pdf Amet consectetuer.pdf