Calls made to the Poisons Information Centre reveal need for improved risk management of cleaning agents in the workplace.

. This study aimed to investigate chemical injuries caused by cleaning agents and disinfectants by reviewing poison control data. .

Harmonisation of product notification to Poisons Centres in EU Member States.

Introduction: In the European Union (EU), notification of product information by industry to poisons centres and/or competent authorities is a legal obligation for mixtures classified as hazardous. However, EU legislation does not specify the precise information needed for this product notification. As a consequence, varying requirements have been developed in different EU Member States.