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wutitiz

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I promise that this is not some prank post. I am seriously looking for a solution. We have several avid weightlifters where I work, and they drink protein shakes, eat eggs, tuna etc. They have horrific gas.

We have to work in close quarters at times, and the gas can be a real problem. Does anyone know of a good mask that might help? The job can be fairly physically demanding at times, so it is important that breathing and oxygen intake not be impaired. I do not care about cost (within reason) as long as the product is durable and quality-made.

Our company policy dictates that "Precautions should be taken to prevent unpleasant breath and body odor," but of course this is of little practical help. If you complain, you just put the supervisor in an awkward spot, and you look like a jerk. Plus someone did actually complain once, and one of the weightlifters was talked to about the issue, but the problem goes on.

I ran across this website that I was sure was a spoof, but it appears to be for real:
http://www.flat-d.com/products.html

flat-d said:
Brian Conant (49) of Mililani, HI is the President/CEO of Flat-D Innovations, Inc.(a company that specializes in odor control). He is the developer and patent holder of the Flatulence Deodorizer, U.S. Patent #6,313,371....In 2002 Brian retired from the Hawaii Army National Guard (Helicopter Aviation Unit) after serving 23.5 years. Brian’s stint with the Army National Guard inspired the idea for the Flatulence Deodorizer, which serves as the foundation for Flat-D Innovations, Inc. During a simulated Chemical attack, Brian and few other soldiers were tasked to complete their mission, while wearing Chemical protective clothing. While wearing the clothing he released gas and noticed that he couldn’t smell any odor nor could anyone else. After hearing a statement from his wife Myra, Brian began to think of a way to make the Flatulence Deodorizer idea into a reality.
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Anyone have any experience with the flat-d products, or any other ideas?
 
Ozium brand spray! carry it w/you use it frequently as you move about. Its not a cover spray it eliminates odor
 
Vicks vapor rub just under your nostrils. Some folks use that in nursing homes where they change attends on residents.
 
wutitiz said:
I promise that this is not some prank post. I am seriously looking for a solution. We have several avid weightlifters where I work, and they drink protein shakes, eat eggs, tuna etc. They have horrific gas.

We have to work in close quarters at times, and the gas can be a real problem. Does anyone know of a good mask that might help? The job can be fairly physically demanding at times, so it is important that breathing and oxygen intake not be impaired. I do not care about cost (within reason) as long as the product is durable and quality-made.

Our company policy dictates that "Precautions should be taken to prevent unpleasant breath and body odor," but of course this is of little practical help. If you complain, you just put the supervisor in an awkward spot, and you look like a jerk. Plus someone did actually complain once, and one of the weightlifters was talked to about the issue, but the problem goes on.

I ran across this website that I was sure was a spoof, but it appears to be for real:
http://www.flat-d.com/products.html



Anyone have any experience with the flat-d products, or any other ideas?
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I am not sure how much of a mask is appropriate in your work area, but a respirator with organic vapor cartridges will remove any ... um... noxious vapors. However, you will look funny if you are sitting at a desk.
 
No, it is a blue collar type job and there is virtually no dress code, and no contact with the public, so looks don't matter. But what does matter, is that it doesn't impair breathing during exertion. Can you tell what kind of store or shop would sell the respirators, and any hints on what I should be looking for when I shop for one?
 
If you won't look like a fool in a gas mask, a single can gas mask with a charcoal filter should do the trick. I believe they make charcoal toss-able masks for temporary use. I don't care if that site linked is legit, what they sell and how they sell it is pretty ridiculous. Don't pay more than you have to for charcoal filters. That's all they are, nothing special.
 
65535 said:
If you won't look like a fool in a gas mask, a single can gas mask with a charcoal filter should do the trick. I believe they make charcoal toss-able masks for temporary use. I don't care if that site linked is legit, what they sell and how they sell it is pretty ridiculous. Don't pay more than you have to for charcoal filters. That's all they are, nothing special.
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You can get a basic respirator from Home Depot for about $30.00.

They're very easy to breathe through, they just take some getting used to.

Then again, there's always Ozium or the Vaporup if you don't want to spend your entire work day feeling like Darth Vader. :D
 
You shouldn't need a mask, because you shouldn't be forced to work in that environment. Say something to management, if that gets you no where, say something to those causing the stentch.

Not only is it inappropriate, it's downright rude and shouldn't be tolerated.

In my old job I was an assistant manager and I sent people home more than once because they came to work smelling bad. I had no sympathy for their feelings, there's no excuse for smelling bad.
 
Forgive me, but this still sounds like a joke. You're not particularly willing to deal with the issue directly, but you're willing to be at work with a full on gas mask. Subtle?

A few years ago I was remodeling a very stinky environment, but I knew it was not a long term probelm. So I got a 3M vapor mask with two cartridges from Home Depot for about $25 and my wife gave me a little bottle of lavender essential oil. Each day before starting I put a little dab of the oil on the inside of each cartridge and I had some aromatherapy the whole day. After a couple days I'd replace the cartridges, not really because any odor had seeped in, but because of outside dust. I had no problems, and was able to breathe normally.

Or you could buy a case of bean-o and spread packages liberally around the workplace like Easter Eggs.
 
knarfeng said:
I am not sure how much of a mask is appropriate in your work area, but a respirator with organic vapor cartridges will remove any ... um... noxious vapors. However, you will look funny if you are sitting at a desk.
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wutitiz said:
No, it is a blue collar type job and there is virtually no dress code, and no contact with the public, so looks don't matter. But what does matter, is that it doesn't impair breathing during exertion. Can you tell what kind of store or shop would sell the respirators, and any hints on what I should be looking for when I shop for one?
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I've never had any trouble breathing when wearing one, even when doing heavy lifting.

You should be able to find something suitable at your local Home Depot or Lowes. Also at paint stores. Typical configuration is a silicone rubber mask with dual cartridges. They make different cartridges for different hazards. Just make sure to get cartridges rated for "organic vapors".
 
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