Pollutants
European Code Against Cancer
About the module
12 minutes long
Interactive
Includes a final quiz
Includes links to references
About the lecturer
Dr Carolina Espina
Scientist in the Environment and Lifestyle Epidemiology Branch at the International Agency for Research on Cancer
Learning Objectives
- Recognize what are the relevant chemical cancer-causing substances in the workplace and in the general environment in the world and the European Union (EU).
- Cite the attributable fraction of cancer due to occupations and work-related carcinogenic agents in the EU.
- Describe the available measures to reduce exposure to chemical cancer-causing substances in the workplace.
- Outline the available and effective interventions and policies on occupational safety.
This module is part of a comprehensive online learning curriculum on the European Code Against Cancer, 4th edition.
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