The main causes of injury are:

• Injured while handling, lifting or carrying
• Slipped, tripped or fell on the same level
• Hit by moving, flying or falling object

The main causes of occupational ill health are:

• Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)
• Skin disease, e.g. Dermatitis
• Respiratory disease, Occupational Asthma

Committees

• Foundries Industry Advisory Committee (FIAC).
  The primary role of the body is to provide a forum for member industries to promote improved standards of health and safety and the "Revitalising agenda" within the foundries industry.