FACTS

1. Isocyanate Exposure: Sanding, spraying, or mixing automotive paints without proper respirators exposes workers to isocyanates, which can cause asthma and permanent lung damage.
2. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): Breathing in VOCs from paints, thinners, and solvents without protection can cause dizziness, nausea, or nervous system damage.
3. Improper Respirator Fit: Using ill-fitting or untested respirators reduces protection, allowing harmful chemicals to bypass filters and be inhaled.
4. Lack of Filter Changes: Failing to replace particulate and gas filters regularly leads to breakthrough exposure, even when respirators are worn.
5. Spray Booth Ventilation Failure: Working in poorly ventilated spray booths increases airborne concentrations of […]

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