Chemical and Plastics Plants

Benzene is used in the manufacture of numerous products, including polymers, resins, and plastics such as Styrofoam and in the production of nylon and other synthetic fibers. Benzene is also a component in other chemical-based products, including some types of lubricants, dyes, detergents, and pesticides. Butadiene, found as an intermediate in the oxidation of benzene and other fuel components, is used in styrene-butadiene copolymer production and in the production of synthetic elastomers.

Workers that perform maintenance around the pipes and holding locations during “shut downs” and “turn-arounds,” including such trades as maintenance workers, operators, pipefitters, welders, laborers and electricians, risk exposure to benzene. Warehousemen and those who work in the shipping and receiving department also risk exposure to benzene containing products.

The plastics industry uses significant amounts of benzene during the manufacturing process. Benzene is used as an additive during the production phase of plastic, resin, and polymer products.

Workers that perform maintenance around the pipes and holding locations during “shut downs” and “turn-arounds,” including such trades as maintenance workers, pipefitters, welders, and electricians risk, exposure to benzene.

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