Epoxy resins and isocyanates
Danish
Description
The guide provides information about the health hazards associated with working with epoxy resins and isocyanates (primary exposure) and gives details of the measures that should be taken to counter these hazards. Skin and respiratory disorders may be caused by hypersensitivity or allergy after a period of working with these substances. You can get eczema or asthma after any amount of contact if you have become hypersensitive to the substances. Prevention measures include substitution, technical solutions (e.g. non-sputtering tools) and personal protective equipment.
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
Danish Working Environment Authority (Labour Inspection)
Provider name (Original)
Arbejdstilsynet
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Applying Glues or Sealants
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Liquids
Vapours
Hazard - health effects
Allergens
Irritants
Toxic substances
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Skin absorption
Substance Description
Epoxy resins and isocyanates
Prevention measures
Level 1. Substitution
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 2. Reducing / minimising the risk by organisational measures, e.g. reducing the number of workers exposed
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Target group
Employers
Managers
Safety officers
Workers