New research has revealed tens of thousands of Australian workers are being exposed to dangerous ‘welding fumes’ in their workplace.

Data released by Curtin University shows almost ninety percent of survey participants were being exposed to potentially carcinogenic fumes.

The research has also revealed little is being done to protect the workers.

Image: Image Credit: Pavel Chernonogov

Featured In Story: Dr Renee Carey – Study Lead, Curtin University

First aired on The Wire, Monday 22 July 2024