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Is Inhalation Of Burnt Plastic Fumes A Serious Cause For Concern?

I do work everyday a plastic sealer machine, so when the plastic burnt there is smoke coming out, I always near at the point of sealing to make sure, of course I inhale the smoke, I feel nose block breathing difficult, is that toxic or danger? what should I do give me advice?
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Bashir
posted on Fri, 12 Dec 2014
Twitter Tue, 30 Dec 2014 Answered on
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Hi dear,
Long term exposure to such fumes is definitely a major concern
Kindly wear good quality face masks while working.Actually management has the responsibility to provide such protective devices.
Take care.
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Is Inhalation Of Burnt Plastic Fumes A Serious Cause For Concern?

Hi dear, Long term exposure to such fumes is definitely a major concern Kindly wear good quality face masks while working.Actually management has the responsibility to provide such protective devices. Take care. Thank you