3. Occupational health problems in construction workers

3.1 Work-related back pain

3.2 Work-related upper limb disorders

3 3 Noise-induced hearing loss

3.4 Hand - arm vibration syndrome (e.g. vibration white finger)

3.5 Work-related dermatitis

3.6 Respiratory sensitisers

3.7 Asbestos-related diseases

3.8 Silica-related diseases

3.9 Radiation diseases (ionizing radiation)

3.10 Heat stress and strain

3.11 Ultraviolet radiation

3.12 Hyperbaric conditions-decompression illness

3.13 Leptospirosis (Weil's disease)

3.14 Problems caused by materials hazardous to health

3.15 Lifestyle, alcohol and drugs