AutomotiveAuto repair and body shops use chemicals and equipment that can cause serious health problems and disabling injuries. In autobody shops, workers are potentially exposed to a variety of chemical and physical hazards. Chemical hazards may include volatile organics from paints, fillers and solvents; diisocyanates, polyisocyanates, and hexavalent chromium from spray painting operations; silica from sandblasting operations; dusts from sanding; and metal fumes from welding and cutting. Physical hazards include repetitive stress and other ergonomic injuries, noise, lifts, cutting tools, and oil and grease on walking surfaces. Automotive links general:
Asbestos in Automotive Brake and Clutch Repair Work, OSHA
Auto Salvage Yard powerpoint, Indiana Occupational Safety & Health Admin.
Hydrofluoric Acid in Commercial Cleaners for Vehicles, State of Oregon Hazard Alert
CCAR-GreenLink® Virtual Auto Service Shop