Baker
Timber worker
Spray painter
Chemical worker
Armed forces
Animal handler
You should discuss your young person’s career hopes with them and the healthcare team early on (age 12 – 14 at latest).
You should have realistic discussions as some jobs or occupations can affect their asthma.
Entry to the armed forces is limited to those with no asthma symptoms for at least 4 years.
Careers such as joinery, plumbing, mechanics, hairdressing etc. and any other work environment where dust or chemicals may be a trigger for asthma are to be avoided for young people with asthma.
