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Beyond all the usual workshop safety precautions there are some additional safety concerns specific to casting that should be understood. These will be covered in training but are listed here for reference | Beyond all the usual workshop safety precautions there are some additional safety concerns specific to casting that should be understood. These will be covered in training but are listed here for reference | ||
* | * PPE - welding gauntlets, a full face shield, long sleeves (preferably of non-flammable material) and sturdy footwear are recommended for protection against splashes | ||
* Handling crucibles - these are delicate and must not be rough-handled, dropped or squeezed too hard or they may shatter, with obvious consequences | * Handling crucibles - these are delicate and must not be rough-handled, dropped or squeezed too hard or they may shatter, with obvious consequences | ||
* Fumes - molten metals can give off potentially dangerous fumes, especially brass which contains zinc. Using the furnace outdoors in the cage is an obvious mitigation but still avoid breathing fumes | * Fumes - molten metals can give off potentially dangerous fumes, especially brass which contains zinc. Using the furnace outdoors in the cage is an obvious mitigation but still avoid breathing fumes | ||
