Document ID (ISN) | 59037 |
CIS number |
92-1924 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0212-1050 - Mapfre seguridad |
Year |
1991 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Centro de Experimentación y Seguridad Vial (MAPFRE, Avila, Spain) |
Title |
Safety and health in automobile repainting workshops |
Original title |
Seguridad e higiene en talleres de repintado de automóviles [in Spanish] |
Bibliographic information |
4th Quarter 1991, No.44, p.15-21. Illus. |
Abstract |
The importance of prevention, including personal protection measures, for workers who perform painting in automobile repair shops is discussed. Explosions and fires, and contamination by substances hazardous to health are identified as major hazards in painting areas. To this effect, preventive measures are recommended. In particular, the following prevention methods against fires and explosions are recommended: reduction of the inflammation sources and availability of fire-fighting equipment. Safety signs as a constant reminder of the hazards and the use of personal protective equipment are discussed. |
Descriptors (primary) |
fire hazards; toxic substances; painting; motor vehicle industry; explosion hazards; explosion prevention; fire prevention; service stations and repair shops |
Descriptors (secondary) |
hazard identification; personal protective equipment |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Country / State or Province | Spain |
Subject(s) |
Metal production and metalworking
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Broad subject area(s) |
Industries and occupations
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Browse category(ies) |
Fires Explosions Road transportation Motor vehicle manufacturing industry Surface treatment
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