Health and safety in the shop or garage
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be chosen properly when working with various chemicals. Standard fare when dealing with a majority of chemicals should include safety goggles (minimum, a face shield or both used together is better), apron, and protective gloves that protect the hands and forearms, and possibly even a respirator. PPE should be chosen carefully to ensure compatibility with the type of chemical being used. | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be chosen properly when working with various chemicals. Standard fare when dealing with a majority of chemicals should include safety goggles (minimum, a face shield or both used together is better), apron, and protective gloves that protect the hands and forearms, and possibly even a respirator. PPE should be chosen carefully to ensure compatibility with the type of chemical being used. | ||
| − | Do not use thinners or solvents to clean your hands or other body parts. Solvents and thinners do soak through your skin and into your blood stream. Many solvents and thinners are very toxic and could cause severe | + | Do not use thinners or solvents to clean your hands or other body parts. Solvents and thinners do soak through your skin and into your blood stream. Many solvents and thinners are very toxic and could cause severe irritations, sickness or death. |
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