Solvents & Isocyanates in Construction: Paints, Foams & Coatings

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About Course

Paints, strippers, thinners, glues, spray foams and polyurethane coatings can cause dizziness, dermatitis, occupational asthma and – at high concentrations – unconsciousness and death. This course explains the risks from solvents and isocyanates on construction sites and the controls HSE recommends, from substitution and ventilation to the right RPE and gloves.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course is general awareness training written from published official guidance. It does not replace training required for your specific job, and it is not an accredited qualification.

What Will You Learn?

  • Recognise products containing solvents and isocyanates Understand short- and long-term health effects, including sensitisation Apply controls: substitution, avoiding spraying, ventilation and LEV Choose suitable RPE and gloves and know when health surveillance applies

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Solvents: where and why they harm
  • Isocyanates
  • Practical controls and common mistakes

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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