Summary
The proposal expands EU worker protections to include substances that affect fertility and mandates stricter chemical limits and life-long health monitoring. 10 27.12.2017
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health
labour law
social policy
employment and working conditions
Key points
- The scope of protection is expanded to include substances that damage human fertility and fetal development.
- Stricter exposure limits are introduced for specific substances, such as crystalline silica and chromium compounds.
- Workers exposed to high-risk substances must receive health surveillance that lasts for their entire lives.
- Safety limits and scientific data must be reviewed at least every five years to ensure they remain effective.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2004/37/EC on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at work
Protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at work ***I
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