ILO: Working Environment (Air Pollution, Noise and Vibration) Convention (No. 148) and Recommendation (No. 156), 1977
Description:
Covers the contamination of air by substances, whatever their physical state, which are harmful to health or otherwise dangerous.
General Provisions
- Ratifying states must adopt regulations prescribing measures to protect workers from hazards due to air pollution.
- Social partners must be involved in drafting, adoption and implementation of the regulations.
Preventative and Protective Measures
- Authorities must establish and regularly update criteria for hazards and exposure limits.
- Working environments must be kept free from hazards as far as possible.
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