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Information about Organic Hydrocarbons
Symptoms of Hydrocarbon Poisoning
What symptoms will I have if I am exposed to Hydrocarbons?
Diagnosis and Treatment of Hydrocarbon Poisoning
What tests or treatment will I need if I am exposed to Hydrocarbons?
Prevention of Hydrocarbon Poisoning
Hydrocarbon Poisoning can be prevented
Hydrocarbon Poisoning Compensation Claim Advice
How to start a Hydrocarbon Poisoning Compensation Claim
Hydrocarbons are substances composed largely of hydrogen and carbon. They are the principal constituents of petroleum and natural gas. Hydrocarbons are also used in plastics, paraffin, waxes, fertilizers and oils. They are frequently used in industry as solvents. Examples include benzene, toluene, propane, butane, methane, ethylene and acetylene. A person may be exposed to hydrocarbons whilst at work if they have not been issued with the necessary protective clothing and members of the public could be exposed to it due to inadequate safety measures during disposal / incineration.
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) are one type of hydrocarbon.
If you have been injured by Hydrocarbons you may be able to make a Hydrocarbon Poisoning Compensation Claim.
Hydrocarbons may be ingested, inhaled or come into contact with the skin. If swallowed, they can cause problems with the lungs including a type of pneumonia. They can also affect the central nervous system, the heart, bone marrow, and kidneys.
Signs of hydrocarbon poisoning may include severe coughing, stomach problems, nausea, drowsiness and poor coordination. This may lead to seizures.
If you have been injured by Hydrocarbons you may be able to make a Hydrocarbon Poisoning Compensation Claim.
If it is swallowed, hydrocarbons may be smelt on the breath. X-rays and blood tests will also confirm exposure and the level of damage.
Poisoning is treated by removal from exposure and the symptoms are addressed e.g. antibiotics may be given for pneumonia.
If you have been injured by Hydrocarbons you may be able to make a Hydrocarbon Poisoning Compensation Claim.
There are detailed regulations in place which are designed to protect all workers from exposure to chemicals and other substances in the workplace and these are called “The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1988” or COSHH for short. This means that employers need to assess the risk to workers and make efforts to reduce exposure.
If a person believes they have been harmed by an exposure to Hydrocarbons at work or in the environment, then they may be entitled to make a personal injury compensation claim.
If you or anyone you know has developed hydrocarbon poisoning, telephone us now for accurate claim advice.
There are strict time limits in place to make any injury claim. For further information, contact us or visit our Questions Answered page.
Thompsons Solicitors are experts in all personal injury matters. We will be able to advise you whether or not you have a valid claim for compensation. Our specialist personal injury lawyers will be happy to talk you through the process of making a claim in plain English and will be happy to answer any questions or queries you may have. If you do have a valid personal injury compensation claim and you decide to instruct Thompsons Solicitors to deal with the matter for you, we will recover our legal fees from the person responsible for your injury, ensuring that the entire procedure is cost-free for you. Telephone us now on 08000 224 224 or complete one of our online compensation claim forms.