Conference notes that there is compelling national and international evidence that confirms the prevalence of serious health and safety risks in schools and colleges, including
exposure to work - related stressors,
excessive working hours, bullying and harassment,
asbestos and
excessive temperatures.
Drywall installers frequently inhale plaster dust; Carpet layers are exposed
to glue vapors; Roofers are exposed
to tar; Drillers and excavating and loading machine operators are exposed
to silica dust; Pipe - fitters face
exposure to lead fumes; Insulation workers face contact with
asbestos; Painters experience
excessive contact with spray paint fumes and solvent vapors.