Organize your actions around safe behavior to protect yourself.

PROBLEM	PREVENTION
LONG-TERM
Free silica	- Wear respirator
Noise	- Hearing protection
Repetitive stress injuries	- Physical: “pacing,” posture, stretching
IMMEDIATE
Eye injury	- Safety goggles or face shield that fit over respirator
Back injury	- Lift properly
Repetitive stress injuries	- Physical: “pacing,” posture, stretching
SPECIFIC TOOLS
Diamond saw:
Blade breakup	- Check for cracks, don’t jam or overheat
Abrasions, cuts	- Avoid kickback
Air hammers:
Reynaud’s disease	- Padded gloves, relaxed grip

GENERAL

• Have eyewash and first aid kits or know where they are if not working in your own studio/shop.
• When working with others, pay attention to where they are and what they are doing.

• Don’t work when fatigued