3.9.1 Most paints contain flammable solvents and
some contain materials which can harm the skin, or damage the health
if swallowed or inhaled. Precautions are to be taken to reduce the
health risks and fire and explosion risks, in accordance with the
appropriate safety regulations, to ensure that safe working conditions
are achieved.
3.9.2 Health risks may include:
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.1 gases or vapours, i.e. solvent evaporation
during the drying period, or formed during the heating of the painted
object, which may exceed the permissible exposure limits;
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.2 liquids in the paint, i.e. solvents, or binders
which may be toxic if swallowed or inhaled as spray droplets, or if
in contact with the skin;
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.3 fumes, powders or dust, formed during heating
painted objects (e.g. flame cutting or welding painted steel), or
present in powder formed during sanding operations, or in the spray
mist.
3.9.3 Precautions are to be taken to reduce health,
fire, explosion and other safety risks which should be in accordance
with the regulations of the Administration.