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Auto Body Surface Coating: A Practical Guide to Reducing Air Emissions [PDF]
Abstract: Gives an overview of the auto refinishing process and recommends approaches to air emission reduction. It includes a review of the spray equipment currently used for auto refinishing operations, spray equipment cleaning processes, surface prep cleaners, undercoats, topcoats and a look at what to expect in the future.
Source: Iowa Waste Reduction Center
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
Auto Refinish Project Best Practices Kit
Abstract: A list of checklists and fact sheets on painting topics including: sanding, solvent wipe down, paint mixing, spray painting, spray gun cleaning, health and safety management and working with isocyanates
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Resource Type: List
Crash Course for Compliance and Pollution Prevention
Abstract: A comprehensive, plain-language manual designed to help the auto body repair industry in Massachusetts: understand and comply with environmental, health and safety requirements, and learn about and implement various pollution prevention strategies.
Source: Massachusetts Office of Technical Assistance
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
How to Finish in the Money [PDF]
Abstract: Spray booth and equipment manufacturer offers this guide to auto painting efficiency.
Source: Blowtherm USA Incorporated
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
Pollution Prevention for Painting & Coating Compliance Enhancement (PAC2E)
Abstract: Twice annual newsletter focuses on issues relating to painting and coating and discusses developments resulting from IWRC research.
Source: Iowa Waste Reduction Center
Resource Type: Periodical
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A Guide for Auto Body Shops
Abstract: Hazardous wastes produced in auto body shops include spent solvents, thinners, still bottoms, waste paint
and waste antifreeze. If improperly managed, these wastes may threaten worker safety, damage the environment, or put entire communities at risk. This booklet is geared to Washington state but is widely applicable.
Source: Washington State Department of Ecology
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
Auto Body Shops Pollution Prevention Guide
Abstract: Guide to help shops identify and manage wastes, hazardous wastes, and best management procedures through self-assessment.
Source: Montana State University Extension Service Pollution Prevention Program
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
Auto Recyclers
Abstract: Describes different salvage approaches including various ways to recycle and "green" salvage options.
Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Autobody Repair and Refinishing: Hazards and Solutions
Abstract: References for workers to aid in recognizing and controlling some of the hazards associated with autobody repair and refinishing.
Source: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
CCAR Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair
Abstract: This national Compliance Assistance Center helps those engaged in automotive service, collision repair and other sectors of the automotive industry better understand environmental responsibilities, and achieve compliance with environmental program requirements.
Source: Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair
Resource Type: Web site
Collision Repair: Reducing Waste and Costs
Abstract: Description and links to reducing several common waste streams in a collision repair shop including spills, wastewater, solvents, paint, packaging, gun washing, floor trenches and traps, and aerosols.
Source: Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP)
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Controlling VOCs with Spray Guns and Cleaning Equipment [PDF]
Abstract: To help reduce VOC emissions, collision repair shops should use spray guns with high transfer efficiencies and gun cleaning apparatus. Here are ideas to consider before making long-term investments.
Source: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Resource Type: Article/report
Environmental Compliance Checklist for Auto Body Repair Shops [PDF]
Abstract: Lists hazardous waste, air, and water regulations in Montana. BMP's and general recommendations are helpful anywhere and include: parts and gun washing; common shop wastes like rags, batteries, used oil, etc.; prep and painting processes and wastes; floor sumps and more.
Source: Montana Extension Pollution Prevention Program
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
How to Read a Material Safety Data Sheet
Abstract: Fact sheet explaining how to determine if the materials used in the process require special handling for regulatory compliance and health and safety.
Source: Pacific Northwest Pollution Prevention Resource Center
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Improved Paint Gun Cleaning
Abstract: Results of an auto body shop changing to a two-stage gun washing system (including purchase of new equipment), training employees and monitoring waste generation.
Source: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
Resource Type: Case study/success story
Managing Paint Related Waste from Coating Operations [PDF]
Abstract: Covers choosing paint, supplies and equipment, and discusses classifying and reducing waste air permits.
Source: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Parts and People
Abstract: A trade-only publication whose goal is to provide news, information, and insightful business profiles to automotive businesses in order to promote profitable business practices.
Source: Parts and People
Resource Type: Periodical
Pollution Solutions: Auto Body
Abstract: Recommendations for good housekeeping, maintenance, purchase and inventory, materials and waste storage, basic operations, equipment changes, material substitution, and process change presented in a checklist format.
Source: University of Missouri Extension Service
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
Safe Work Practices that Reduce Worker Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals [PDF]
Abstract: Outlines auto body shop tasks, safety risks and associated safe work practices and impacts on worker exposure.
Source: U.S. EPA Design for the Environment
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Safety and Health Topics for Auto Body Repair and Refinishing
Abstract: Resources for recognition, control and compliance with safety and health issues for the auto body industry.
Source: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Resource Type: Web site
Spontaneous Combustion of Used Paint Booth Filters
Abstract: List of practices to minimize the potential for spontaneous combustion of used paint booth filters based on research to determine the cause of this problem.
Source: IWRC
Resource Type: Fact sheet/checklist
Transportation Services and the Environment
Abstract: Information on regulations and managing waste for vehicle maintenance and repair service industries including a section on paints and filters. Includes assessment checklists.
Source: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Resource Type: Manual/handbook/curriculum
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