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Laboratory Animal Allergy information leaflet

Source: www.sussex.ac.uk
Topic: Animals
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Sort Desciption: If an affected person needs to continue to work with animals, even on a temporary basis, then this should only be considered after consultation with the Individual, Occupational Health and AU Manager.

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Laboratory Animal Allergy information leaflet Case management If an affected person needs to continue to work with animals, even on a temporary basis, then this should only be considered after consultation with the Individual, Occupational Health and AU Manager. Appropriate additional protection measures will be implemented as required, Eg. more frequent health surveillance, alternative forms of PPE and possible adaptations to working practices. Working safely with research animals: Management of infection risks, HSE books 1997. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 Contacts Occupational Health Advisor: Ext 7255 Ancillary Unit Manager: Ext 7010 School Safety Advisor: Ext 8503 Laboratory Animal Allergy information leaflet Introduction Up to a quarter of people who regularly work with small mammals and insects develop allergic reactions to proteins secreted in animal urine, dander, or excreta. Someone who already has asthma or a history of allergic conditions like hay fever or eczema may be at greater risk in the short term, but no one working with laboratory animals is immune. People at risk All persons working with laboratory animals are at risk, even if allergy has never been a problem before. The risk is not confined to animal care technicians. Researchers, maintenance staff and anyone involved in the handling of waste materials from animal laboratories can be affected. Symptoms · Eyes: Itching; watering; redness; swollen eyelids · Nose: Itching; runny nose; sneezing episodes · Skin: Itching; cracked skin; small blisters; nettle rash (urticaria); a weal & flare reaction (swelling & inflammation) if scratched. · Lungs: Coughing/wheezing; chest tightness; shortness of breath Eye, nasal and most skin symptoms tend to occur during work. ...

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