Occupations which may trigger asthma include:
| Spray painter | Baker | Healthcare worker | Chemical worker |
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| The isocyanides in spray paint may be a trigger. | The flour and grain dust in a bakery may trigger asthma. | Cleaning products and latex may be a trigger for asthma. | Chemicals (anhydrides) in the plastic and drug industries are a potential trigger for asthma, as are antibiotics. |
| Animal handler | Food processor | Welder | Timber worker |
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| Animal dander (microscopic skin, fur and saliva) may be a irritant for asthma. | Food additives and colourings may also be a trigger. | Welding fumes can be an asthma trigger. | Wood dust may be an asthma irritant. |
This list is not exhaustive and other jobs may trigger asthma.
