What are some Safety Tips for DIY Projects?
Q: What are some safety tips for DIY projects?
A: Getting projects crossed off your list feels great - especially when you have the satisfaction of saying you completed them yourself! But first and foremost, it’s important to consider some best practices when it comes to staying safe. These five safety tips for DIY projects will help you be safe and successful with your tasks at hand.
1. Dress with your Safety in Mind
Fortunately, serious injuries can be easily prevented with simple precautions. If you have long hair, tie it back. Remove jewelry and loose clothing that could get caught in tools and machinery.
2. Wear a dust mask, respirator & safety goggles
Understand the materials you’re working with and protect against inhaling dust particles or fumes. Similarly, safety goggles reduce the likelihood of sustaining optical damage or even blindness.
3. When working with electricity, wear rubber-soled shoes
Rubber acts as an insulator and reduces conductivity of electricity and your chances of electrocution. However, in most cases, electrical repairs are best left to professionals.
4. Keep any machinery & equipment in top shape
Drill bits, cutters, and other blades that are left to dull can cause serious injuries. Dull blades can bind or kickback. Keep your blades sharp and up-to-date.
5. Use ladders safely
For every four feet of height, your ladder should sit at least one foot from the vertical surface upon which it is leaning. Know the height of your ladder and situate it accordingly. Never step on the top two rungs of a ladder.
(Article courtesy of canadianhometrends.com)