What kind of workplace hazards should my employer be paying particular attention to if I am pregnant?
This depends on the kind of work you do, but things to look out for include:
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Exposure to lead, and certain other chemicals such as drugs and pesticides.
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Working with ionising radiation.
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Lifting and other physical work.
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Exposure to infections.
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Exposure to cigarette smoke.
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Slips.
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Stress.
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Standing up for long periods.
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Heat.
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Inadequate facilities, including inadequate toilet facilities.
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Excessive working hours.
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Lone working.
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Work at heights.
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Travelling.
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Bad smells which may make morning sickness worse.
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Violence, for example if you work with members of the public.
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Exposure to vibration, such as riding in off-road vehicles.