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General instructions for the paint shop and handling paint materials

Hazardous areas in repair paint shops:

Danger from fires, explosions and hot surfaces.
Dangers to health and safety from the effects of harmful substances because of their absorption through the skin and/or inhalation.
Dangers caused by electricity, compressed air, power tools and noise.

WARNING: During painting work there is an increased danger of fire or explosion.

Prevent any sparks being created. Fire, naked lights and smoking are forbidden.

Measures:

Wear protective footwear made from anti-static material.
Only use tools made of wood, brass or copper to clean stands and extraction ducts. Do not use tools made of steel.

Only fill or decant paint materials in a specially marked area.

As well as these general instructions on the dangers in repair paint shops, all national and international regulations must be observed:

Health and Safety at Work Act
Ordinance on Hazardous Substances
Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances
Regulations for the Prevention of Industrial Accidents
EU Directive on Hazardous Substances, 98/24/EU
EU Directive on Noise, 2003/10/EU
EU Directive on Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), 1999/13/EU, 2001/81/EU, 2004/42/EU
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