Abrasive blasting may have several hazards associated with it at any given time. Abrasive blasting is more commonly known as sandblasting since silica sand has been a commonly used material as the abrasive, although not the only one always used. Abrasive blasting entails accelerating a grit of sand- sized particles...
The following safety rules are recommended when abrasive blasting work is being performed: Allow only authorized and properly trained personnel within the blasting area. All blasting equipment must be inspected and properly assembled with all approved safety devices and gauges. Employees must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment including NIOSH approved respirators...
Abrasive Blasting Safety Abrasive blasting may have several hazards associated with it at any given time. Abrasive blasting is more commonly known as “sandblasting” since silica sand has been a commonly used material as the abrasive, although not the only one always used. Abrasive blasting entails accelerating a grit of...
Abrasive Blasting Safety The following safety rules are recommended when abrasive blasting work is being performed: Allow only authorized and properly trained personnel within the blasting area. Before blasting begins, the supervisor and/or other designated employees should inspect the area and the object(s) to be blasted to ensure proper conditions....