ILO/WHO: Outline for the Development of National Programmes for Elimination of Asbestos-Related Diseases
Description:
This document is intended to facilitate countries, particularly those that still use chrysotile asbestos, in establishing their national programmes for elimination of asbestos-related diseases. It also addresses countries efforts to prevent asbestos-related diseases arising from exposure to the various forms of asbestos already in place and as a result of their use in the past. A national programme for elimination of asbestos-related diseases should include: strategic policy, national profile; awareness raising; capacity building; an institutional framework and a national plan of action for elimination of asbestos-related diseases. Countries can adapt this document to the specific national and local conditions and the available resources.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Assistance to countries to prevent asbestos-related diseases.
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