Auto Body Workers At Risk

Getting headaches?  Feeling nausea? Trouble breathing? Experiencing muscle aches and joint pains?  
Feeling tired?  No energy?  Can't remember things?

These are some of the effects auto body workers are experiencing which are connected to the hazardous materials that they are surrounded with around the work place.

In every collision repair shop there’s no getting around hazardous materials such as paints, solvents, and cleaners, along with dust from grinding, sanding and sandblasting.

Most auto body workers are aware of these dangers; but few understand the seriousness of prolonged exposure and the threatening consequences. Because of this, many auto body workers still do not adequately protect themselves.

Furthermore, prolonged or repeated exposure to these solvents may cause permanent brain and nervous system damage. This includes memory loss, impairment of coordination and reaction time. Exposure to these chemicals has also been linked to brain disease, as well as liver and kidney damage, and when inhaled in concentrated form, the vapors from these solvents are potentially fatal. Some chemicals such as some Isocyanates, which is odorless, are known to cause cancer.

Cartridge respirators may not be enough! Have they been fit tested? In many states it is required to be fit tested once per year. When have the cartridges been changed last? Talking to many people we have found that they are not changed soon or often enough. How safe are they – what are you not being protected from?

A Simple Solution

One of the most effective, economical protections available, recognized by NIOSH and OSHA, is a Positive Air Respirator (PAR). A PAR consistently provides fresh, breathable air, which is much better than merely breathing filtered air.

If you’re serious about protecting yourself and the means to support you and your family learn more by visiting: www.air-respirators.com.

You will find pertinent information about the occupational hazards that put you at risk as an auto body worker. Continue your work without risking your health! After all, if you don’t look after yourself, who will?