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The Health Protection Agency has undertaken research which shows that some energy saving light bulbs emit ultraviolet radiation which could expose people above recommended guideline levels.
In most workplace installations and uses of CFLs there is no risk and HSE strongly supports their continued use but their use for activities needing bright local illumination, such as electronic component assembly, jewellery making and watch repair, may need to be re-assessed.
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