[United Kingdom, 16/12/2022] - The Health and Safety Executive report reveals data from the 2022 Labour Force Survey, which shows that 1.8 million workers across Great Britain suffer from work-related ill health. This figure comes from self-reports, an increase since 2019, before the Coronavirus pandemic.

Work-related ill health can have many causes and effects. Often the most serious is an individual’s exposure to harmful substances. The most common illnesses reported were musculoskeletal disorders, mental health problems, and occupational lung diseases.

The most worrisome statistic is the deaths caused by occupational lung diseases, leading to over 12,000 fatalities every year. The highest of all reported cases were caused by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, accounting for 34 percent. This is then followed by various types of lung cancer originating from exposure to asbestos, coal dust, and other substances.

Exposure to such agents takes time to cause serious illnesses; unfortunately, current deaths reflect past working conditions’ effects. This makes it more important for workers to be protected from hazardous substances and for firms to assess their environmental health risks properly.

Measures to reduce the effects of occupational exposure are possible, such as training on hazardous substances or good ventilation in the workplace. Companies must invest in commercial deep-cleaning services from reliable providers such as Cleanair UK. This company works in the health and safety sector, providing a comprehensive range of services related to environmental hygiene, water treatment, and ventilation cleaning.
About Cleanair UK

Cleanair UK is an air, water, and environmental hygiene company, offering innovative solutions to help protect workers from hazardous substances. It provides comprehensive services such as commercial deep cleaning and water treatment to ensure that the workplace is safe and healthy for employees.
Cleanair UK’s mission is to help ensure a healthier and safer working space while being conscious of the environment. It is committed to helping organisations and employees make well-informed decisions on how to tackle hazardous substances in the workplace and create better working conditions to reduce the risk of work-related illnesses.
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