Chemical Risk from Diisocyanates: Health Surveillance as a Prevention Tool

Pursuant to Legislative Decree 81/08, workers exposed to diisocyanates (used in polyurethanes, paints and adhesives) must undergo mandatory Health Surveillance. The Occupational Physician manages the analysis of specific risks through preventive and periodic examinations to prevent asthma, irritation, and respiratory or skin sensitisation.

What are the specific risks associated with the use of diisocyanates?

Exposure to these reactive chemical agents can cause serious respiratory and skin conditions, including sensitisation and occupational asthma. To protect individual health and ensure operational continuity, the Risk Assessment Document (DVR) must incorporate the analysis of residual risks and provide for adequate prevention and protection measures.

Who must manage the company health protocol for chemical risk?

The Occupational Physician is the professional responsible for prevention and clinical management of exposed workers. The physician monitors the effectiveness of the prevention measures adopted and supports the company in validating operating procedures in line with current regulations.

What does the implementation of Health Surveillance involve?

Thanks to a network of Occupational Physicians throughout Italy and the use of well-established operating procedures, the monitoring and management activities carried out by SAPRA Medicina del Lavoro are structured around precise technical phases:

• Early identification of signs of sensitisation through medical history and diagnostic assessments.
• Carrying out mandatory periodic medical examinations with frequency defined by the level of risk.
• Issuing the specific fitness-for-duty certificate for each exposed worker.
• Medical consultancy on the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment and on technical and organisational measures.

Protect your workers' health with SAPRA Medicina del Lavoro

Safeguard your business from the consequences of chemical exposure and ensure full regulatory compliance:

1. Implement the Health Surveillance protocol specific to diisocyanates.
2. Schedule mandatory medical examinations.
3. Verify the effectiveness of your prevention measures with the support of our experts.