Preventing Exposure to Toxic Chemicals

There are many jobs that require an individual to work with or in proximity to substances that are potentially hazardous. While the employees who work in these fields typically receive training or protective equipment to help them to reduce the likelihood of dangerous accidents, nothing can wholly eliminate the threat of an accident. Exposure to toxic substances can have severe adverse health effects and will likely necessitate medical attention and lost work time.

If you have been harmed in a toxic chemical accident while working, you may be able to secure benefits to address your medical needs and other considerations. Contact the experienced Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., today at 610-667-7511 to learn more about your legal rights in this situation.

Tips for Preventing Exposure to Toxic Chemicals

While working there are a number of steps you can take in order to lessen the likelihood of exposure to toxic chemicals. These include the following:

• Never handle an unknown substance without proper protection.
• Only interact with toxic chemicals with proper training and supervision.
• When working near or with toxic chemicals take care that you are using working tools and equipment of an appropriate degree of quality.

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If you have been harmed with working with chemicals at work you may be suffering from an injury or illness that results in the loss of wages and which may cause temporary or permanent disability. When this occurs you may be able to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. The Pennsylvania workers’ compensation attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., can help you through this process. Contact our office today at 610-667-7511 to speak directly with a skilled and experienced lawyer.