Wood dust, commonly referred to as "sawdust", is an inevitable by-product in the woodworking industry.  Without effective dust collectors, wood dust not only creates a mess in your shop, it can also cause health problems for you and your employees.  In fact, wood dust is actually classified as a particulate airborne contaminant.

Plain Old Wood Dust is a Serious Health Hazard
This issue is so serious that the Department of Health and Human Services added wood dust to its official list of "known human carcinogens" and OSHA has identified wood dust as a potential health risk.  Wood dust has been associated with a number of health hazards, including allergies, asthma, skin rashes, and eye, nose and throat irritation.   Studies indicate that up to 13% of woodworkers are afflicted with dust-induced asthma.  Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are also caused by breathing in fine wood dust particles.  Even a rare type of nasal cancer has also been linked to wood dust exposure.  It is estimated that one third of all woodworkers experience some form of adverse health effects due to exposure to wood dust.  Wood dust from table saws and other machinery send vast amounts of harmful particles into the air.

>>…Read the Rest of This Article…>>