[alieninshadows]

My work just installed new carpeting last weekend. This was during peoples shifts. The old carpet was disgusting. The new carpet, though looks nice, smells of a burning tire yard permeating all over the large room from the glue. All week me and other co-workers have been experiencing pressurized headaches, I was having trouble breathing towards the end of my shift. I have been mentioning it to my many supervisors and, of course, just ask " Aww. Were you able to push through your shift?" Because, you know, like I love to torture myself for this damn cheapskate company.
This company has 0 consideration for our health. Is this something I should bring to the health and safety labor board? Or should I just see if the smell dissipates.
This isn't the only time I've had issues with the air quality in this place. It's an office. Not a factory. There is a tobacconist on the floor below us that likes to test their cigars in the store. Apparently they have permission to do this legally. But the fumes get into the floor above. I'm very concerned for my health and I am sickened mentally and physically with this company.

[gayleggg]

I don't blame you for being concerned and upset. I hate new carpet. The dye in the fabric can really cause people problems. I'm sorry you are having to deal with this. I'm not sure what can be done about it though.

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[Fresia]

If there is a human resources group, or manger, I would approach them. I would think this falls under OSHA, the Occupation Health and Safety Administration policies. OSHA policies should be available somewhere in the workplace, if not they are definitely online and how to file a complaint if no response from management to deal with the the air quality from either the rugs let alone the business below. You can always contact the Department of Labor for help to ask them the best course of action.

I hope it goes away and that you feel better soon. If you can, as much as possible, take frequent breaks outside for some fresh air throughout the day if you can or as many as you can, it should help. Stay safe and healthy.