These workers are exposed to chemicals in the spray foam insulation including isocyanates and polyol plus additives like catalysts containing amines as well as pigments flame retardants and surfactants.
Dangers of using spray foam insulation.
William swietlik co chair of the epa s workshop on spray foam dangers has asserted that the chemicals used in the insulation are a leading cause of workplace asthma and are a well known sensitizing toxicant to humans.
Exposure and injuries to spray foam insulation can result from a number of things including.
But the greatest dangers posed by spray foam insulation are to the workers installing it.
Or one layer isn t allowed to cool off and the second is applied too early which again traps chemicals inside the foam.
Be sure to research your installer their safety protocols and reviews.
The dangers of using spray foam insulation.
Workers must use the right protective gear to shield their eyes nose and throat from the damaging vocs in the isocyanate.
Or it s applied in layers and one layer doesn t stick to the next well.
Tightness in the chest.
Then during application spray foam might not stick well for many reasons.
They avoid all skin contact with the chemicals.
The chemicals using in spray foam can be immediately hazardous to a person s health if not properly handled.
According to the epa.
Wheezing shortness of breath coughing.
When applied correctly and given enough time to cure there are not any dangers of spray insulation but if the applicators aren t wearing personal protective equipment or the foam isn t applied correctly dangerous reactions can occur.