Professions Susceptible To Nose Cancer

Professions Susceptible To Nose Cancer

Certain professions are more likely to involve exposure to the specific dusts, chemicals and vapours that can increase the risk of developing cancer of the nose, they include, but are not limited to:

Carpenters, Joiners and woodworkers

When certain types of wood are sawn, cut, sanded, ground or polished, they can give off tiny particles of dust which can become airborne and then easily be inhaled by anyone nearby who is not wearing suitable protection.

Leather Workers

Anyone who is involved in the leather production process or uses leather in the fabrication of leather articles, such as shoes or clothing, is at risk of inhaling the tiny particles of leather dust that can be emitted when the product is processed.

Textile workers and those in the clothing industry

Textiles are made up of millions of tiny fibres woven together to make materials that can be used for clothing, insulation and a huge range of other uses. When textiles are handled, or moved, some of the tiny particles can break off from the material and become airborne, and are small enough to enter the lungs of anyone nearby, in some cases without them even noticing.

Bakers, food production workers and chefs

Those who work in food production facilities such as factories as well as those working in smaller kitchens and units can be at risk of developing nose cancer as a result of the tiny particles of flour that can escape into the air. 

Engineers, printers and machinists

Those working in these industries are commonly exposed to mineral oils used in the lubrication of the machines with which they work. Some mineral oils and other lubricants are known to contain substances that can increase the risk of developing nose cancer.

Metal workers and fabricators

Nickel and Chromium are both still commonly used in the production of stainless steel, and while the use of Chromium is now restricted within Europe, it is still used in some workplaces. All employees should be protected when in the vicinity of these chemicals as they are known to be very dangerous. Anyone who works in the production of stainless steel is at particular risk, but so are those who work the finished product on a regular basis. 

It is important to point out that if suitable protective measures are put in place it is quite possible for anyone who works in the industries listed above to carry out their job safely, with little increased risk of illness.

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