Shop Safety Hazardous Chemicals…

Chemicals… Chemical products are used to protect wood and enhance its look Some can be hazardous to you and to the environment

Information… Before using chemicals read the label Look up the Material Safety Data Sheet, (MSDS) MSDS will give you more detailed safety information about the chemical product

Flammables… Flammables can catch fire when exposed to an ignition source Work in a fume hood or spray booth Store these in containers with lids Keep them stored in a cabinet for flammable materials

Examples of flammable products Lacquer thinner Turpentine Oil based paints Wood stains Varnish Shellac Lacquer Mineral Spirits

Toxic Materials These can affect you in many negative ways Affects your nervous system Headaches, dizziness, asthma attacks, cancer, and more Avoid getting these products on your skin Avoid inhaling toxic fumes by working

Examples of toxic products Mineral spirits Lacquer thinner Turpentine

Corrosives Destroy skin, clothes, and metal Vapors may irritate or burn your lungs if inhaled Wear gloves and eye protection

Hazardous Waste Can damage the environment or people Always dispose of them safely and legally Never pour them down the drain or onto the ground

Earmuffs Be sure to have a perfect seal between your head and the earmuff Hair, jewelry and glasses can interfere with forming this tight seal