Welding Fume Respiratory Hazards Seminar
Event Description
Fumes are formed when hot metal vapours cool and condense into very small particles that stay suspended in the air. The particles may be metal or metal compounds, and are often smaller than the width of a human hair. When inhaled, these fumes may cause a variety of health issues. This seminar will discuss the health concerns and controls that can be put in place to minimize workers exposures. Specific emphasis will be placed on both manganese and hexavalent chromium fumes.
Register by calling Rob Key at 587-337-5163
For 146 members and invited guests only.
Topics:
- OH Hierarchy of Controls
- Terms and Definitions
- Types of Respirators
- NIOSH Filter Recommendations
- Science behind 3M Respiratory
- Respirator APFs
- Overview of Canada’s Regulatory Environment
- Overview of Alberta’s Regulatory Environment
- ACGIH Manganese Exposure Limit Changes
- Hexavalent Chromium Exposure Potential and Health Concerns
- Cobalt Exposure Potential and Health Concerns
- Thorium Exposure Potential and Health Concerns
- Asbestos and RCF (refractory ceramic fibers)
- Ramifications on Respirator Use
- 3M RPE Solutions Overview
Speaker:
Dana Hein, CRSP, IHT – Dana has been involved in Occupational Health & Safety for over 18 years. Her experience includes both practical safety & industrial hygiene experience. Dana was formally educated in industrial hygiene technology & was certified by the Canadian Board of Registered Safety Professionals (CRSP) in 2005. She has worked in several industries including oil & gas, construction, manufacturing & government. Dana has extensive experience with welding & associated hazards. She is currently employed as a contract employee of 3M Canada as a Personal Safety Division Application Development Specialist in Western Canada.