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Car Exhaust |
Potential Hazard
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Employee exposure to automobile exhaust. Automobile exhaust
contains harmful pollutants, primarily carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide inhibits the ability of the blood to adsorb oxygen in
the lungs. Inhaling high levels and concentrations can lead to
poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning can result in headache,
fatigue, flu-like symptoms, and potential heart problems,
including chest pain, irregular heart beat, and cardiac arrest.
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Possible Solutions
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Employers have the primary responsibility for protecting the safety and health of their workers. Employees are responsible for following the safe work practices of their employers.
- Keep the drive-thru window closed as
much as possible to limit exposure to automobile exhaust.
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Employers have the primary responsibility for protecting the safety and health of their workers. Employees are responsible for following the safe work practices of their employers.
Consider implementing recommended safe work practices, including:
- Provide adequate space and ventilation for
both exterior and interior drive-thru areas.
- Use a reverse-flow fan system to prevent
exhaust from entering the interior drive-thru window area.
- Rotate workers to minimize time spent stationed
in the drive-thru area.
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