Description
This module deals with endocrine disruptors. Endocrine disruptors are chemical substances capable of disrupting hormonal functioning, which can cause harmful effects in exposed individuals and their offspring. Although the effects on human health remain uncertain, it is crucial to adopt a preventative approach to eliminate or minimize the exposure of workers, particularly pregnant women or women of childbearing age, to these substances.
Targets
All employees working in the following sectors:
- The plastics industry,
- The cosmetics industry,
- The chemical industry,
- commerce,
- The waste treatment industry,
- Construction,
- Agri-food industries.
Teaching methods
This module is structured by a deductive educational approach, moving from theory to practice. Theoretical content screens are based on an affirmative (top-down) methodology followed by a summative assessment in the form of QUIZ.
Content
- Introduction
- Endocrine disruptors (Chapter)
- What is the endocrine system?
- Who is concerned ?
- How are we exposed?
- Existing risks
- The risk for children
- Comment fonctionne le perturbateur endocrinien ?
- Prevent risks
- Reproductive risks (Chapter)
- Definition
- The most affected sectors
- Effects on fertility
- Harmful chemicals
- Other risks for pregnancy
- Pregnancy-related arrangements
- Assessment (7 questions)
See the other modules - Risks linked to specific exposures
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