FATAL EXPOSURE TO DICHLOROMETHANE IN A PAINT STRIPPER: A PROBLEM OF INDUSTRIAL WORKERS

Solvents are commonly used in paint industry. Dichloromethane (DCM) is frequently used as a solvent both in industrial and household products. It is metabolized to carbon monoxide. Although it does not cause serious harm when it is used in well-ventilated places, it may be life-threatening when used in poorly ventilated enclosed places. It is required that appropriate measures should be taken so that DCM related deaths in workers and consumers can be prevented.