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Oct. 12, 2002, 07:19AM
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Health and Safety Issues
Briarbree asked "My box of plaster says to wear gloves, a mask, and eye protection when handling plaster. Does anybody do this? Is it necessary? Is it more necessary with, say, dental plaster, which I assume is a finer powder?"
Jon Mines responded that all fine powders are now considered carcinogenic (causes cancer) dangers and have been that way for a few years now.
Andylyn comments she doesn't bother with gloves and glasses, but does wear a cheap surgical mask.
I commented that as Jon has said, any powder is a carginogenic risk (causes cancer) but to pose a serious health risk you need to inhale it for a long period. What I would suggest, is to wear a mask and eye protection when sanding or when the possibility of creating dusts arises, but other than that its not strictly necessary. Those with skin conditions or sensitive skin should always wear some rubber gloves when using anything which may cause them problems.
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