It has become mandatory to wear protective goggles in workplaces that handle chemical substances.

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The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has established new regulations to prevent work-related accidents caused by chemical substances. Starting from April 1, 2024, it will be mandatory for workplaces handling chemical substances such as sodium hypochlorite (bleach), sodium hydroxide, and potassium hydroxide to require the use of protective goggles. [Details of the new regulations] ■ Workplace structure 1. Workers handling chemical substances must wear appropriate protective gear, such as goggles. 2. Establishment of a system for self-management. (1) Appoint a chemical substance manager. (2) Appoint a person responsible for managing the use of protective gear. ■ Prevention of direct contact with skin and other hazardous chemical substances When engaging workers in tasks that involve manufacturing or handling chemicals that are skin or eye irritants, corrosive to skin, or can be absorbed through the skin and cause health issues, it is necessary to require workers to use protective gear to prevent such injuries, according to the harmfulness of the substances. For more details, please refer to the materials.
