For example, the internal combustion engines on spray pumps produce carbon monoxide. The first three contaminants, dusts, mists, and vapors, are the most common respiratory contaminants found in a painter's workplace. For example, you might be prepping while a welder is working nearby on the same jobsite. Or, contrary to common sense, someone might bring a gasoline-operated spray pump or lift inside a building and expose you to deadly carbon monoxide. So, not only must you be aware of the particular respiratory hazards created by the work you are doing, but you must also be mindful of what others are doing around you.
Respiratory hazards vary from job to job and even from room to room on the same job.
Be aware and be safe when it comes to looking out for respiratory hazards. The company's safety program has won both a PDCA First Place Safety Award and numerous local safety awards. He also conducts OSHA 10-Hour Safety Classes in Construction Safety and Health for his company and local painting contractors. Greer is a past president of both the Arizona PDCA Council and the Southern Arizona Chapter.