Written question asked by Frank Doran (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 31 January 1990. It was answered by Peter Morrison (Conservative) on Wednesday, 31 January 1990 on behalf of the Department of Energy.

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Written question

Question

What studies have been undertaken by DEN into exposure of offshore workers to benzene & toluene, effects on health of workers of such exposure & into present & future hazard such exposure present; if DEN has made any assessment of carcinogenic properties of benzene & toluene & what steps have been taken to prevent release of benzene & toluene into atmosphere on oil & gas installations on UK continental shelf.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

166 c180W;166 c178W

Session

1989-90

Subjects

Air pollution Health hazards Health and safety Hazardous substances Pollution control Offshore industry Offshore fixed structures Safety Research Benzene Carcinogens Toxic Substances Advisory Committee Toluene