Why am I being warned about potential exposure to chemicals in enclosed parking facilities?
- Some chemicals in enclosed parking facilities are on the Proposition 65 list because they can cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
- Proposition 65 requires businesses to determine if they must provide a warning about exposure to listed chemicals.
Enclosed parking facilities can expose you to chemicals on the Proposition 65 list.
ENCLOSED
PARKING
FACILITIES
Carbon monoxide and other chemicals in exhaust from diesel and gasoline engines can accumulate in enclosed parking facilities.
How does exposure to engine exhaust in enclosed parking facilities occur?
Carbon monoxide and other chemicals in engine exhaust are emitted into the air in enclosed parking facilities
People breathe in air containing chemicals in exhaust emissions
- During pregnancy, chemicals released into the air in enclosed parking facilities can pass from mother to baby.
How can I reduce my exposure to engine exhaust in enclosed parking facilities?
- When you use enclosed parking facilities, stay no longer than necessary.
- To the extent practical, do not stand next to idling or operating vehicle engines. Carbon monoxide in enclosed areas can build up very quickly.
For more information:
General Fact Sheets and Resources
- California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA)
California Air Resources Board (CARB) - Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)
Proposition 65
- California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA)
Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA)- Proposition 65: Background
- Proposition 65: The List of Chemicals
- Proposition 65: Fact Sheets
