Workers involved in the production of household and industrial chemicals, paints, sealants, coatings and refinishes are often exposed to toxic substances and end products that contain Benzene and other dangerous carcinogens, potentially increasing the risk of cancer and other health issues.
PPG Industries is one of the largest paint and coatings supplier in the country, employing thousands of Ohio and regional residents.
PPG manufacturers many commonly sold products with chemicals and solvents containing Benzene and other toxic carcinogens. Due to the fact that chronic occupational exposure to Benzene has been proven to increase the risk of certain cancers like acute myeloid leukemia (AML), PPG Industries workers may be in danger of future health issues.
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PPG Cancer Risks
There are several notable medical studies that now link Benzene to forms of cancer. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) lists Benzene as a high-level carcinogen. Increased risks of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) have been reported among paint production workers with high levels of Benzene exposure.
Chronic workplace exposure to paint and paint-related chemicals may cause an increased risk of cancer, according to a study published by the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
Further studies of paint workers exposed to Benzene and other solvents indicate high risks of stomach and esophageal cancers, cancer of the gall bladder, pancreatic cancer, Hodgkin’s disease, and multiple myeloma.