Hazard Alert: Epoxy Resin Systems [2023]

Details

• Journal Article:
  Hazard alert: epoxy resin systems
• Corporate Authors:
  CPWR--The Center for Construction Research and Training
• Description:
  What are Epoxy Resin Systems? Epoxy resin systems (or epoxies) are a chemical mixture widely used in the construction industry because of their strong adhesion to surfaces, durability, and anticorrosive properties. They are used in many different trades. Among painters, epoxies are often used for protective coatings of steel structures, such as bridges, storage tanks, and wind turbines. Epoxies are dangerous if they come in contact with your skin or you breathe in the vapors, mists, or particles when spraying them. What are the Health Effects? Exposure to epoxies can cause different types of dermatitis (skin inflammation). Irritant contact dermatitis can cause a painful or itchy skin rash that typically appears on areas of exposure (such as your hands, forearms, and face). Some workers also develop an allergy (called sensitization). Once a worker becomes sensitized, they can have an allergic reaction each time their skin is exposed to these chemicals, even in small amounts. Other health effects include asthma, lung inflammation, and a decline in lung function. Certain chemicals in epoxies may also interfere with our body's hormones. If you are experiencing symptoms, on or off the job, talk with your doctor. When Working With Epoxy Resin Systems... 1) Use Engineering Controls; 2) Wear PPE; 3) Practice Good Housekeeping and Personal Hygiene. [Description provided by NIOSH]
• Subjects:
  Adhesives Construction Industry Epoxy Resins Hypersensitivity Occupational Diseases Occupational Health Safety
• Keywords:
  Construction industry; Epoxy resins; Adhesives; Sensitization; Contact dermatitis
• Source:
  Silver Spring, MD: CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training, 2023 Sep; :1
• Series:
  CPWR - Center for Construction Research and Training Publications
• Subseries:
  Hazard Alerts
• Publisher:
  CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training
• Document Type:
  Text
• Funding:
  producción de este documento fue respaldada por el acuerdo cooperativo OH 009762 del Instituto Nacional de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional (NIOSH)
• Genre:
  Report
• Place as Subject:
  Maryland ; OSHA Region 3
• CIO:
  National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
• Topic:
  Workplace Safety & Health
• Location:
  North America
• Pages in Document:
  1 pdf page
• NIOSHTIC Number:
  nn:20068857
• Federal Fiscal Year:
  2023
• NORA Priority Area:
  Construction
• Performing Organization:
  CPWR - The Center for Construction Research and Training, Silver Spring, Maryland
• Peer Reviewed:
  False
• Collection(s):
  National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
• Main Document Checksum:
  urn:sha-512:e6fa27914762da54cff94c7ba7a87f1cb7475e7ec2e0e92574bfe48d4654ee513af8312846837936dd8e79f48b011bd21c7d45d0d9d4546013d12b97ca0fbee8
• Download URL:
  https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/135632/cdc_135632_DS1.pdf
• File Type:
  [PDF - 206.35 KB ]