Organic dust

What is organic dust?
Organic dust is produced from plant or animal materials, for example when working with wood, flour, grain, animal hair, or mold.

Possible health effects:

• • • • • • • • Irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat
              • Sneezing, coughing, shortness of breath
              • Allergies (e.g., flour dust allergy)
              • Asthma or chronic bronchitis
              • In rare cases: fever or pneumonia

Important:
Organic dust can trigger allergic reactions. Always use respiratory protection and keep the workplace low in dust.