Absorbtion Chemicals can enter the body through abraded or unabraded skin. Many chemicals can absorb through the skin and directly enter the bloodstream. This can lead to damage of blood cells, liver, kidneys and other vital organs. Caustic chemicals, such as acids and alkalis, can also severely burn the skin. Inhalation Since the lungs are very vascular chemicals may enter the lungs through the bloodstream or damage the delicate tissues of the lungs.
Chemicals can enter the body via the lungs through mists, fumes, vapors, and gases.
Many chemicals may even deaden the sense of smell after a time. Poisoning through inhalation is probably one of the most common ways chemicals enter the body. Ask yourself these questions. When working with Flammable materials know the location and proper use of extinguisher. Make sure that the extinguisher has the proper rating.