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Painting, varnish and solvent fumes

Reduce unnecessary solvent exposure, ventilate well and let someone else handle stripping old paint or high-fume products when possible.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Check the product label and workplace safety sheet. Leave immediately for dizziness, breathing irritation or feeling unwell and seek advice after a significant exposure.

What changes the answer

  • The exact product, task, temperature, duration and ventilation
  • Whether exposure is through breathing, swallowing, skin contact or injury
  • Any label warning, spill, symptoms or repeated occupational-level exposure

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When to get individual help

Check the exact item or situation with a doctor, midwife, pharmacist or relevant clinician; the name of a broad category is not enough for a personal decision.