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This guidance delivers on the government’s commitment in response to the Coroner’s 'prevention of future deaths' report on the death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak due to mould in the home.
Key messages Health risks Damp and mould primarily affect the airways and…
When you can use PCBs and equipment, products or materials containing them, and how to register, label and dispose of them.
Guidance for regulated facilities with an environmental permit to treat or transfer chemical waste.
Information for clinicians and referring laboratories about the range of tests offered by the Rare and Imported Pathogens Laboratory (RIPL).
Recognise and respond to chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) incidents: guidance for healthcare professionals.
Information companies placing hazardous mixtures on the UK market (such as manufacturers, importers, downstream users and distributors) should submit to the National Poisons Information Service.
Information on lead, for use in responding to chemical incidents.
Evidence-based recommendations to protect first responders from exposure to fentanyl.
Information on hydrogen sulphide (also known as hydrosulphuric acid, sulphur hydride or dihydrogen monosulphide) for use in responding to chemical incidents.
A resource focusing on air pollution: sources, impacts and actions.
Information on hydrogen chloride (also known as hydrochloric acid), for use in responding to chemical incidents.
COMEAP advice note on the health evidence relevant to developing targets for fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) under the Environment Act (2021).
The NRAP describes the national radon strategy and arrangements for managing exposure to radon in homes and workplaces.
Information on formaldehyde (also known as methanal and methylene glycol) for use in responding to chemical incidents.
Information on cadmium, for responding to chemical incidents.
How to reduce the risk of becoming ill after swimming in lakes, rivers and estuaries.
The unit is a specialist in aerobiology, biocontainment and biosafety. The unit provides government departments and the commercial sector with expertise, advice and consultancy.
Information on petrol for use in responding to chemical incidents.
Background on anthrax in England and Wales, and how to assess for risk of anthrax on building land.
A tool to help local authorities estimate the burden of air pollution on the health care system.
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