ILO/WHO: Outline for the development of national programmes for elimination of asbestos-related diseases (2007/2014)
Description:
The document provides decision makers, particularly in countries that still use chrysotile asbestos, guidance in establishing 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?
Information provided supports the setting up of a national programme for elimination of asbestos-related diseases. Operational and information tools are described including a model framework for a national programme.
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