screen reclaiming

[balloonguy]

Do you wear protective gear? I have been super slack on this. Now that my kids are coming in to help more frequently I am thinking I should (should have always been) more careful. Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated.

[jwcarder]

That is a great question. I have stared getting help from High School kids with reclaiming and I am wondering the same thing. We are starting off with safety glasses and dust masks. I know it is probably not as good as a respirator, but I thought they will be more likely to wear the dust mask.

[tonypep]

Use the charcoal filter vs

[RICK STEFANICK]

It really depends on the system and chemicals you are using. It is always good to wear safety glasses , solvent resistant nitrile gloves and have good ventilation. Remember if you start using a respirator your going to need to have the right filters and I believe safety training is required by osha. We also wear a rubber apron in there. OH, don't forget to post a sign stating protective clothing and safety glasses required in this area.

[Prince Art]

Glasses, gloves, respirator, and... ear protection! (I've done enough damage my hearing over the years, I don't need it to get any worse with water against screens.) The apron is about the only thing I don't bother with. If I had employees & therefore also OSHA to deal with, I'd make sure all my i's were dotted & t's were crossed for compliance sake. But as it is, I just want to avoid personal harm, immediate or long-term.

[ericheartsu]

do your research on your SDS sheets. In theory a respirator is great, but without the proper training and cartridges, it's not much better. If you are complying with OSHA, you'll need to get a medial exam and conduct fit tests, which are expensive!

[tonypep]

This!

[RICK STEFANICK]

do your research on your SDS sheets. In theory a respirator is great, but without the proper training and cartridges, it's not much better. If you are complying with OSHA, you'll need to get a medial exam and conduct fit tests, which are expensive!

Exactly you nailed it , Even if your shop is small, Imagine is someone did fall out due to a non approved respirator and no training. just sayin

[Colin]

I worked for a shop long ago.... the owner stated he used to have respirators for his screen room guys until osha walked in and fined him a lot of money for not having the proper training.  Which was pricey!

He said F it and did not offer them because of that.....

Some times regulations kick good intentions and "simplicity" in the ass...

[tonypep]

Which is why the charcoal masks are sometimes a better option. These are not regulated

[Colin]

hmm, good to know!

[balloonguy]

Lots to think about. Thank you for the replies. This gives me a direction.

[RICK STEFANICK]

Which is why the charcoal masks are sometimes a better option. These are not regulated

TP, Unfortunatly your wrong on that one buddy. Anything you put over your nose and mouth in a industrial/ manufacturing environment is regulated.

[Du Manchu]

Regarding the respirator testing and certifications, OSHA supposedly told a friend of mine that if an employee bought the device themselves and it could be proved so, that no additional fit testing was required.  Could this be a work-around if legitimate?

[RICK STEFANICK]

Regarding the respirator testing and certifications, OSHA supposedly told a friend of mine that if an employee bought the device themselves and it could be proved so, that no additional fit testing was required.  Could this be a work-around if legitimate?

I think anything used in a place of business  regardless is the resposibility of the employer. I wouldn't risk it. just my .02