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Health risks during furniture stripping using dichloromethane (DCM).

Title Health risks during furniture stripping using dichloromethane (DCM).
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Author HSE
Series Code WIS
Series Number 19
Publisher HSE Books
Date of Publication 1993
Length 4 pages
Stock Code WIS19
Price Exc. VAT Free
VAT Rate 0%
Product Type Hard Copy
Format Paper
Edition rev.ed.
Notes leaflet. Woodworking information sheet no. 19 (WIS 19) supersedes earlier edition, also known as NIS/08/19
Abstract Provides guidance on the use of dichloromethane (DCM) as a paint stripper for wood. Contents: The process; What are the hazards to health? What are your legal duties as an employer? Preventing exposure; Controlling exposure; Dip tank; Protective equipment for employees; Air sampling; Are your customers at risk? Other risks you should consider; Dealing with spills; Welfare facilities.
Keywords Guidance; Woodworking industry; Local exhaust ventilation system; LEV; The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations; Corrosive vapours; Toxic vapours; Methylene chloride


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