jmik26 Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 I am really interested in how many people wear masks when pouring baits? We have recentely moved our operation from a basement to a side walk shop were the area we are pouring in is smaller. Since then I have been sick for 2-3 days after pouring. We don't wear mask but we have three case fans sucking fumes away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dungeonhawk5 Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 i pour in my kitchen and dont yet wear a mask.. i guess at this point in time, i think smoking has to be worse than the fumes from plastic... if i end up pouring alot more baits im sure ill wear something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wannabefishing Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 I pour in the basement and use a mask w/dual filters.... figure the warning about cancer is there for a reason... better to be safe than sorry i guess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmik26 Posted February 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 Does anybody suffer from symptoms of not wearing a mask? Sore throat, chest congestion, bloody nose the next day, etc.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmang Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 Yes I wear a mask. I use the 3M dual chamber mask and I really feel it makes a great difference. I too use the multiple fans to whisk away the fumes but feel a mask is a critical safety element. I would not pour without it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IH8POACHERS2 Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 JMIK THE MASK YOUR WEARING ISNT GOING TO HELP YOU WITH POURING BAITS, BUT IT WILL GET YOU LOTS OF CANDY ON HALLOWEEN YOU SLAPNUT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charkins Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 I have one of the masks with 2 filters. I wear it every time I pour. Cal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wannabefishing Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 jmik... that's exactly why i started wearing a mask. Sore throat and bloody nose anyways... sore throat happened the next day and within a week i had a bloody nose, first time i had one in over 15yrs.... since i've been wearing a mask, not a problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassn1 Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 If I don't wear the mask, Calhoun's doesn't bother me but any time I use MF for any length of time with out it ( the mask ) I get a sore throat. Moral of the story.....wear the mask!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I don't wear a mask, and so far I HAVen't had ANY problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeyg Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I wear a mask 90% of the time. If I don't and pour for a couple hours, at a minimum I'll get a headache and at the worst a sore throat and congestion. It is almost a built in a habit now like putting on my seatbelt in the car. Mickey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earthworm77 Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 A mask is an excellent measure for safety. Proper ventilation is likely even more important. A couple of fans should be adequate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmik26 Posted February 8, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 Thanks everybody for the responses, I greatly appreciate it. I will pick up a mask this weekend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I PERSONALLY NEVER HAVE USED A MASK IN 9 YEARS, I USE A STOVE VENT THE TYPE YOU MOUNT ABOVE THE STOVE AND IT SUCKS THE FUMES AWAY AND OUTSIDE PERFECTLY. I HOWEVER HAVE EITHER A LOSS OF SMELL OR AM SO USED TO THE GARLIC/CRAW SCENT FORMULA I USE, BECAUSE I CONSTANTLY THINK MY BAITS DONT STINK ENOUGH AND HAVE OVER SCENTED MY PRODUCTS. I THINK ITS MORE I AM USED TO THE SMELL THAN LOSS OF SMELL. I CAN STILL SMELL ANYTHING ELSE FINE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reelnmn Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I was wondering if some of you could elaborate on the masks your using. Stopped by Home Depot today and their double filter masks were almost $30. What about the sheetrock/dust mask, will they work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmik26 Posted February 8, 2006 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 In the research that I have done on TU, you need a OV Organic Vapor mask. I looked in magazines and $30 sounds about right. We poured for the last two nights and I feel like I have a really bad chest cold. These are the same symptoms I get since we have been pouring in a smaller area. $30 is worth it, please learn from my mistakes!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I do wear a respirator every time I pour, 100% of the time. I bought mine from home depot: AOSafety Professional Multi-purpose Respirator Model 95050-10000 Price: $34.97/ea Before I got my mask I would get headaches that did not go away until the next day. Do not put yourself in danger, you should always wear a mask whether you are in a confined space or outside, ventilated or not. We just do not know what the long-term side effects will be, nor do I want to find out. This mask is great, the investment in my opinion is very much worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charkins Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 The filters do need to be for organic vapors to be effective. Most of the masks will take several different types of filters. Cal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reelnmn Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 Thanks for the info Will. I've poured once so far, w/o a respirator, and afterwards I was coughing quite a bit. I will definitely be investing in these before my next pour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassnfool Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I have a unique situation. I have had a layrngectomy and consequently breath through a hole "stoma" in my neck, not through my mouth or nose. Because of this, it is impractical for me to use a mask. For safety reasons, I bought a 200 cfm squirrel cage fan and motor, and built my own exhaust system using 1/2 particle board and vent it out of the house via a 4" duct. This system works great and was done for $125.00. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassnG3 Posted February 8, 2006 Report Share Posted February 8, 2006 I would get a slight headache when I first started pouring then used a mask and the headaches stopped. Now I always wear one. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earthworm77 Posted February 9, 2006 Report Share Posted February 9, 2006 Guys, I'm going to level with you. Those masks may be great when you crack open the seal on those filters but once you let it lay around, the activated carbon loses its strength. What I'm saying is that after the first or second time you use it, it is pretty much useless. I got an education on these damn things as a police officer in NYC when the towers came down. I wore one for about 6 months straight. Had to replace the filters everyday. If you aren't doing that in your shop, your just going through the motions. nosebleeds, headaches, caughs, runny nose.....ventilate better and these things should go away.-C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaggy Posted February 10, 2006 Report Share Posted February 10, 2006 I have to agree with earthworm77, I am a hazmat tech, and after each use we throw the filters away. I do not use a resperator, and have had no problems yet :idea: . I pour in my garage with the door open and window, and it vents pretty well. Kinda sucks now though, 28 degrees outside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted February 10, 2006 Report Share Posted February 10, 2006 Earthworm is right. I have been involved with the pest control industry for 18 years, and the guys use respirators often. Those cartridges need regular replacement, or you might as well be covering your face with a paper towel. I've been pouring for several years without a mask, and the only thing I've noticed (the first few months) was slight headaches. I discovered that these headaches were caused by dehydration, not by excessive fumes. Drinking lots of water solved that problem for me. At least 2 gallons of water every time I spend 3 or more hours pouring. I keep a small fridge stocked with water in the shop...........and a restroom near by. :grin: I'm not saying you shouldn't wear a mask. I just believe proper ventilation is the key. Just one guy's opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximusgunn Posted February 11, 2006 Report Share Posted February 11, 2006 I was wondering, if those masks are made of carbon fibers could they be recharged? And if so there is a spray called carbon blocker that we use to recharge our hunting clothes that contain carbon fibers to block scents would that work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
