Abstract
In the UK control of substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) define chemotherapy as a hazardous substance. Therefore, it is imperative that employers assess the risk and take suitable precautions for their employees. The ‘Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs in the workplace’ recommends a hierarchy of protection; closed systems and personal protection equipment (PPE) to reduce the exposure to cytotoxic drugs. In the UK, closed systems are not mandatory, and the evidence base for use is inconclusive.
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