Breathing Protection
Pat Barton
December 19, 2019
Organize your actions around safe behavior to protect yourself.
PROBLEM |
PREVENTION |
LONG-TERM |
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| Free silica | – Wear respirator |
| Noise | – Hearing protection |
| Repetitive stress injuries | – Physical: “pacing,” posture, stretching |
IMMEDIATE |
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| Eye injury | – Safety goggles or face shield that fit over respirator |
| Back injury | – Lift properly |
| Repetitive stress injuries | – Physical: “pacing,” posture, stretching |
SPECIFIC TOOLS |
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| Diamond saw: | |
| Blade breakup | – Check for cracks, don’t jam or overheat |
| Abrasions, cuts | – Avoid kickback |
| Air hammers: | |
| Reynaud’s disease | – Padded gloves, relaxed grip |
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