oil mist is the result of cutting oil being dispersed into the air during cutting work. Cutting oil acts as a lubricant and is essential for work, but it is also said to have an effect on the human body. This article explains the effects of oil mist on the human body and effective measures to maintain a comfortable environment.
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We have compiled information to help you understand why oil mist and oil smoke are generated and what effects they have, as well as ways to prevent them.
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What effect does oil mist have on the human body?
oil mist is small particles of oil suspended in the air. It is mainly caused by the scattering of cutting oil used as a lubricant when cutting metal, or by the mixing of lubricant oil when creating compressed air. The most common case is when cutting oil becomes hot during cutting work and evaporates and scatters.
Cutting oil has the effect of preventing tool deterioration caused by frictional heat during operation and of making machining proceed smoothly through its lubricating properties. Although cutting oil is essential for cutting work, it is important to understand that if it becomes oil mist and is dispersed into the air, it can have an adverse effect on the human body.
The effects of oil mist on the human body
- Eye and skin problems caused by oil mist
- Respiratory diseases caused by inhalation of oil mist
- Discomfort and headache caused by inhaling oil mist
- Falling accidents due to poor visibility, etc.
If oil mist gets into your eyes or on your skin or clothing, it can cause skin problems such as pain and rough oil mist. Its distinctive smell can also cause headaches and discomfort, and inhaling it can lead to respiratory problems. If you already have allergies, you should be careful as they may worsen your symptoms.
Furthermore, oil mist can reduce safety of the work environment by causing poor visibility due to its haze, and by adhering to the floor and making it slippery. As this increases the risk of direct and indirect effects on the human body and health damage, it is essential to take measures against oil mist.
Click here for more information on the causes of oil mistBeware of the effects of not only oil mist but also oil smoke on the human body
Something similar to oil mist is "oil smoke," which is generated when cutting oil evaporates and decomposes due to the heat generated during machining of parts.
Like oil mist, oil smoke can also have an effect on the human body. In order to prevent health hazards such as skin and respiratory diseases, it is necessary to take measures against oil mist as well.
Click here for information on how to deal with oil smoke in factoriesEffects of oil mist on non-human bodies
- Impact on the work environment
- Impact on machinery and equipment
The effects of oil mist are not limited to the human body. It is also important to be aware of its effects on the working environment and machinery and equipment in factories.
Impact on the work environment
If oil mist is left unattended, the oil on the ceiling may accumulate and fall as oil droplets, or the oil may adhere to the floor, making it slippery and leading to accidents such as trips or falls.
There are also risks such as reduced work efficiency due to poor visibility caused by oil mist, and fires occurring if oil mist ignites.
Impact on machinery and equipment
oil mist can also have a negative effect on machinery used in factories, so caution is required. If oil mist gets into machinery, panel, air conditioning equipment, etc., it can cause malfunctions, short circuits, corrosion of parts, and clogged air conditioning filter.
When machinery or equipment malfunctions, the impact is enormous, including increased maintenance costs and reduced production capacity.
Appropriate measures against oil mist are important
oil mist and oil smoke affect a variety of people and things, including the human body, the working environment, machinery and equipment, etc. If countermeasures are neglected and left unattended, it may lead to health problems.
In fact, there have been cases of people developing contact dermatitis and bronchial asthma due to oil mist. Appropriate oil mist countermeasures are necessary to protect the health and safety of workers, as well as to maintain the working environment and machinery and equipment.
4 ways to prevent oil mist from affecting the human body
- Change the cutting oil used
- Cover the area where oil mist is generated.
- Wear a dust mask and goggles
- Install a mist collector suitable for the work environment
Appropriate measures are required to prevent the effects of oil mist on the human body. If handled correctly, the health and safety of workers will be protected and a clean work environment will be maintained. Specifically, the following measures are recommended:
Change the cutting oil used
As long as cutting oils are used in the factory, it is difficult to reduce the generation of oil mist to zero. However, if it is possible to change the type of cutting fluid, there are ways to reduce the amount of dispersion by using cutting fluids that generate less oil mist.
However, depending on the processing content and the type of cutting oil selected, it may cause problems such as a decrease in cutting performance, so care must be taken.
Cover the area where oil mist is generated.
Another effective measure is to install covers over areas where oil mist is generated to prevent it from scattering. This can eliminate problems in the work environment, such as slippery floors caused by oil mist that cannot be absorbed by ducts.
Wear a dust mask and goggles
Another option is to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling particulate matter through the nose and mouth. It is important to select a dust mask that is appropriate for the type of work and environment. First, make sure that it is oil mist resistant and what performance level is.
It is also effective to wear goggles to protection your eyes from oil mist recommend working while wearing a dust mask and goggles, as these will directly protection your body from floating oil mist.
Install a mist collector suitable for the work environment
This is a device for separating it from air.
mist collector is a device that sucks in oil mist in a factory and separates it from the air. By using mist collector, the air and environment within the factory can be maintained in good condition. In order to smoothly carry out production activities in a factory, in addition to oil mist countermeasures mentioned above, it is important to properly install mist collector.
There are several types of mist collector, such as inertial impaction, vortex separation, and electrostatic precipitator, which differ in their mechanisms and internal structures, and the type you choose must be appropriate for the particle size of oil mist. Also, the installation method will differ depending on the machine and environment to which mist collector is attached, so choose one that suits your work environment.
Creating a safe and safety working environment with oil mist countermeasures
In order to prevent the effects of oil mist on the human body, it is important to take prompt and appropriate measures. If left unattended, the risk of developing skin and respiratory diseases increases. In addition to taking measures against oil mist such as wearing dust masks and goggles, you should also consider installing mist collector.
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