Metalworking fluids (MWFs) can cause adverse health effects
through skin contact with contaminated materials, spray, or mist and through inhalation from breathing MWF mist or
aerosol. Millions of workers engaged in the manufacture of automobiles, farm equipment, aircraft, heavy machinery,
and other hardware are exposed to machining fluids.
The following questions link to information relevant to metalworking fluids in
the workplace.
Metalworking Fluids: Safety and Health Best Practices Manual. OSHA. Assists
employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace for workers exposed to
MWFs through effective prevention programs adapted to the needs and resources of
each place of employment.
Metalworking Fluids in Small Business: A Health and Safety "QUICKSTART" Guide.
Through the OSHA and ILMA Alliance, ILMA developed the QUICKSTART guide to
provide a brief step-by-step outline on how to work safely with metalworking
fluids (MWFs) and to help small businesses and their employees effectively
manage the health, safety and environmental impacts of MWFs.
Dermal Assessment Guide. 5 MB
PDF,
15 pages. Through the OSHA and ILMA Alliance, ILMA developed the Dermal
Assessment Guide to help small businesses understand the possible connection
between instances of employee dermatitis and facility operations that use metal
removal fluids.
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