Health and safety in the shop or garage
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== Respiratory protection == | == Respiratory protection == | ||
Respiratory protection is probably overlooked more often than eye and ear protection, yet is every bit as important. There are many jobs around the garage in which some form of respirator or mask should be used. These include but are not limited to painting, welding, grinding, sandblasting, solvent tanks and insulation handling (especially when it contains asbestos). Respirators are often found in two basic styles, full face and half face. These should be chosen based on the level of exposure that is anticipated. Generally speaking, a half face respirator should be sufficient for most at home projects. | Respiratory protection is probably overlooked more often than eye and ear protection, yet is every bit as important. There are many jobs around the garage in which some form of respirator or mask should be used. These include but are not limited to painting, welding, grinding, sandblasting, solvent tanks and insulation handling (especially when it contains asbestos). Respirators are often found in two basic styles, full face and half face. These should be chosen based on the level of exposure that is anticipated. Generally speaking, a half face respirator should be sufficient for most at home projects. | ||
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| + | When spraying paint occasionally, it is recommended to at least use a half face respirator with a double filtration. The outer should stop dust particles, and the inner should be a cartridge filter, charcoal type that absorbs fumes. This will greatly reduce your chances of inhaling harmful fumes and/or dust. When spraying more than occasionally, the recommended protection is forced air or remote type system. | ||
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