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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in woodworkers: IIAC information note

This is the council’s note about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in woodworkers (joiners and carpenters).

• From: Industrial Injuries Advisory Council and Department for Work and Pensions
• Published: 3 August 2015

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in woodworkers (joiners and carpenters): IIAC information note

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After reviewing the evidence available on this subject, the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council (IIAC) decided not to make any recommendations for changes to the list of prescribed diseases for which people can claim Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB).

Published 3 August 2015