Working with lead can put your health at risk, causing diseases including headaches, stomach pains and anemia. Other serious symptoms include kidney damage, nerve and brain damage and infertility.
The Control of Lead at Work regulations require employers to control worker exposure to Lead.
Find out which work processes create lead dust, fume or vapour; how your body absorbs lead and what you should do protect your health.
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