The main causes of injury are:

• Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)
• Skin disease, e.g. Dermatitis
• Respiratory disease, e.g. Occupational Asthma

The main causes of occupational ill health are:

• Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)
• Skin disease, e.g. Dermatitis
• Respiratory disease, e.g. Occupational Asthma

Leaflets and guidance

• Priorities for health and safety in the glass industries
• The Glass Charter – Revitalising Health and Safety – The National Targets [149kb]
• Health and Safety Executive/Local Authority Enforcement Liaison Committee (HELA)

Further information

• The Glass Charter
  This began in 2001. It is linked to the 'Revitalising Health and Safety' initiative and has the aim of reducing accidents across the sector by 30% by 2010.
• Review of targeted initiatives in the manufacturing sector Research report RR620

• Amicus guide to controlling silica dust