Direct Request (CEACR) - adopted 1996, published 85th ILC session (1997)

Occupational Cancer Convention, 1974 (No. 139) - Finland (Ratification: 1977)

Referring also to its observation under the Convention the Committee notes the indication by the Government in its report that the Institute of Occupational Health measures exposure to carcinogens in the workplace, provides training for occupational health care personnel on carcinogens, and carries on experimental and epidemiological research in work-related cancer in order to intensify risk assessment and preventive work a data system on carcinogenic exposure (CAREX) which is being built. The Committee requests the Government to provide information on the results achieved through this system in particular with a view to reducing to the minimum compatible with safety the number of workers exposed to carcinogenic substances or agents and the duration and degree of such exposure.