Information and advice

Chemicals are dangerous. Chemicals are toxic. The word ‘chemical’ is almost synonymous with ‘dangerous’ or ‘toxic’.

Often it is believed that a chemical is something man-made, and therefore not natural. Something unnatural must be very dangerous, very toxic. However, often the most toxic substances are to be found in nature. It is also true that many ‘natural’ substances, like water, oxygen and (table) salt are not immediately ‘very dangerous’. But for these the basic principle applies: too much is dangerous (toxic).

What makes a substance dangerous is its use by man, especially when the user is not aware of the hazards and risks involved.

The ultimate means to limit hazards is creating awareness in users. Awareness can be achieved by transfer of knowledge.
With Beltox Consultancy you will acquire a wide range of varied knowledge. For additional information, different means and a good network can be utilized.

COURSES AND PRESENTATIONS

The most direct method of transferring knowledge is giving courses and presentations. By interaction with the audience and with the use of practical examples a subject can become clear very quickly.

I have experience with

• addressing both laymen and experts in clear, easily understandable language
• an international audience: I speak Dutch and English fluently
• a wide variety of topics: from magic mushrooms (drugs) to chlorine gas accidents in swimming pools

CLEAR REPORTS

Beltox can gather the required toxicological knowledge and summarize it in clear reports. If so desired, these reports can be made in either fluent Dutch or English. In clear words for both the shop floor as for management. Needless to say it will comply with both scientific and quality standards.

SCIENTIFIC EDITING AND TRANSLATING

I am experienced

• at translating, evaluating and reviewing publications and papers
• as a scientific editor of Dutch publications (e.g. editor Medical Toxicological Safety for the Chemiekaarten)
• as a scientific editor of English publications (e.g. the International Chemical Safety Cards)

SPECIALISATIONS

For courses, reports and editorial work, Beltox Consultancy is specialised in four areas of interest:

• Information
• Prevention
• Treatment
• Disasters (Prevention en Intervention)