Over 50 per cent of the workforce in Britain are women, 480,000 of whom have a baby each year. This is a guide to workplace hazards facing pregnant women - from hospital ward to factory floor, office and classroom. Drawing on case studies, it illustrates occupational hazards and possible solutions, offering pointers for further help and providing practical advice for healthier solutions.;Reference material is included such as information on rights and benefits, a checklist of questions, a listing of helpful addresses and organizations, and a summary of relevant laws and European directives. Written in association with the London-based Maternity Alliance, it is intended for working women, and should also be useful for personnel workers, health and safety officers, trade union negotiators, and other professionals.
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