IMPORTANT:
When using the tool for sanding, allow only a segment of the disc to contact
the work and refrain from high-pressure application.(Fig. 6).
Personal Safety
a. No children or pregnant women should enter the work area where paint sanding is being
done until all clean up is completed.
b. A dust mask or respirator should be worn by all persons entering the work area. The filter
should be replaced daily or whenever the wearer has difficulty breathing or as per the
instructions with the dust mask.
NOTE:
Only those dust masks suitable for working with lead paint dust and fumes should
be used. Ordinary painting masks do not offer this protection. See your local hardware dealer
for the proper approved mask.
c. NO EATING, DRINKING or SMOKING should be done in the work area to prevent ingesting
contaminated paint particles. Workers should wash and clean up BEFORE eating, drinking or
smoking. Articles of food, drink, or smoking should not be left in the work area where dust
would settle on them.
Environmental Safety
a. Paint should be removed in such a manner as to minimize the amount of dust generated.
b. Areas where paint removal is occurring should be sealed where possible.
c. Sanding should be done in a manner to reduce tracking of paint dust outside the work area.
Cleaning and Disposal
a. All surfaces in the work area should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned daily for the
duration of the sanding project. Vacuum filter bags should be changed frequently.
b. Plastic drop cloths should be gathered up and disposed of correctly along with any dust
chips or other removal debris. During clean up, children and pregnant women should be
kept away from the immediate work area.
c. All toys, washable furniture and utensils used by children should be washed thoroughly
before being used again.
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Fig. 6
10°-15°
