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Damp and mould can be real health hazards and lead to a variety of illnesses, particularly in those who are already susceptible to damp and mould-related conditions. Anyone affected by a damp-related illness may be entitled to make a sick building claim.
The causes of dampness
Dampness can be caused by internal factors, such as leaking pipes, or by external factors, such as groundwater or environmental situation.
However, these factors are, in themselves, not enough to engender a serious problem. A serious problem only occurs when there has been a build-up of dampness over a long period of time and rugs, carpets, walls, or ceiling tiles become wet, leading to an excessive amount of moisture being present in the air.
The problems of dampness are often hidden, meaning that although those in the workplace may be suffering from typical symptoms, the water source is out-of-sight.
The problems of dampness
Dampness can be a real problem in workplaces because it provides the ideal conditions for the growth of a variety of harmful of fungi, such as mould, as well as bacteria and insect life.
There are many different species of mould life. All reproduce by ejaculating tiny little spores into the air, which, if they find a moist and temperate host site, then go on to form new mould colonies.
Symptoms
The most common types of symptom caused by mould exposure in the workplace are allergic reactions, similar to those exhibited by people who are allergic to pollen or animal dander.
Symptoms are likely to be more pronounced in those with pre-existing conditions such as asthma and can include wheezing and shortness of breath. Furthermore, exposure to mould spores can actually trigger asthma in non-sufferers and may exacerbate the illness in existing sufferers.
Another condition linked to dampness and sick buildings is hypersensitivity pneumonitis, a kind of lung inflammation.
Toxic moulds
Some moulds are considered to be toxigenic, which means they produce myotoxins. Some research indicates they might be responsible for conditions such as bleeding in the lungs.
Claim compensation for illness caused by a sick building
YouClaim's specialist team of personal injury lawyers can help deserving claimants secure full sums for industrial diseases and personal injuries caused by workplace conditions.
Furthermore, we also specialise in resolving sick building claims for people who have developed symptoms as a result of employer negligence.
Our sick building claim lawyers provide claimants with a service that is without charge, win or lose and never take a cut from any settlement – our 100% compensation promise.
To find out more about how we can help you secure the outcome the law says you deserve, call a legal advisor on 0800 10 757 95 or the mobile-friendly number 0333 240 0871.
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