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International Section of the ISSA on Prevention in the Chemical Industry
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ISSA International Section on Prevention in the Chemical Industry
The ISSA Section on Prevention in the Chemical Industry is a non-profit making, non-governmental organization which is committed to improving safety and health protection at work in the chemical and related industries worldwide.
ISSA symposium “Nanotechnology”
04.10.2010 - 05.10.2010 | KKL, Luzerne, Switzerland
The increasing significance of nanotechnology is presenting new challenges for occupational health and safety.

This symposium, which is organised by the Chemistry Section of the ISSA, is seeking to highlight the opportunities that nanotechnology offers for industry and medicine as well as the risks it poses. It also provides information on future legal regulations on a national and international level.

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Workshop on "Explosion Protection"

13.05.2009 - 14.05.2009 | Frankfurt/Main, Germany
The ISSA workshop on "Explosion Protection" organized by the ISSA Section on Prevention in the Chemical Industry and the ISSA Section on Machine and System Safety took place in Frankfurt/Main, May 13 and 14, 2009.
 
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Presentation of the book “Risks in Modern Society”

Risks in Modern Society 10.12.2009 | Brussels, Belgium
Publication of the International Section of the ISSA on Machine and System Safety
 
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30th anniversary
ISSA, 17.06.2000 | News | Occupational risks
On 17 June 2000, the Chemistry Section had its 30th anniversary.
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Prevention News

  1. Turkey to host XIX World Safety and Health Congress in 2011
    ISSA, 04.11.2009 | News
    Germany and Singapore commence planning of future events >>
  2. Enterprises and networks commit to preventative safety and health culture
    Video  ISSA, 04.11.2009 | News
    Düsseldorf Statement in support of the Seoul Declaration >>
  3. New Website to support Seoul Declaration launched
    ISSA, 02.11.2009 | News
    Joint initiative with ILO and KOSHA promotes a global culture of safety and health at work >>

Section Resources

Practical Assistance For The Preparation of An Explosion Protection Document
English, French, German  >>
Asbestos: Towards a worldwide ban
Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish  >>
Dust Explosion Incidents - Their Causes, Effects and Prevention
English, German  >>
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