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| Motor oils and solvents pose serious air quality risks for auto mechanics and shop workers. |
One of the most dangerous aspects of the job involves working with materials that emit harmful fumes, mist or fine dust and contribute to poor indoor air quality.
When working with these types of products, employees should be wearing a respirator and using it properly.
In some cases, a formal risk assessment may be necessary to guarantee safe working conditions.
It’s also critical to have care and control when operating machinery or equipment to avoid accidents.
Loud noises and high decibel levels increase the workers’ risk of hearing loss.
Here are some other tips for car mechanics and auto body shop workers:
- Be aware of the risks and hazards and the environment in general. Knowledge is key in prevention and safety.
- Report hazards immediately to your supervisor
- Take part in or ask for monthly safety meetings
- Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment at all times, no exceptions.
Air cleaners for garages and auto body shops
Polluted indoor air in garages and auto body shops is an occupational health hazard that needs to be addressed.
Electrocorp has developed industrial-strength air cleaners for garages and auto body shops to tackle all those harmful chemicals, fumes, odors, volatile organic compounds, mists and fine particles that can affect the health and well-being of workers.
Multistage filtration system: The air cleaners contain deep beds of activated carbon, one of the most efficient (and affordable) filtration methods for gaseous pollutants, as well as medical-grade HEPA or micro-HEPA filters for particles and dust.
The air cleaners come in portable sizes, or they may be attached to the ceiling or the wall.
Contact Electrocorp for more information and options.
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