[Jewelry making - Article 00036] - Re: [Orchid] Is lapidary hard on the hands?

[Dave Sebaste]

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    Hi David, I applaud your expansion and your interest and concern
    about the well being (mental and physical) of your new employees. 

    Yes, lapidary is hard on the hands, but I don't think it's
    necessarily in the sense that you're thinking. The grinding wheels
    take their toll on fingernails, finger tips and knuckles, but it's
    nothing that won't heal or grow back. The water and grinding debris
    make you wash your hands frequently, so a good hand lotion is also
    necessary. 

    I haven't had the feeling that there is a great risk of developing
    carpal tunnel problems, but a lot of the motions are repetitive. I'd
    be interested in seeing comments on this topic from high-volume
    cutters like Gerry Galarneau or Doug Turet... 

All the best,
Dave
Dave Sebaste
Sebaste Studio and
Carolina Artisans' Gallery
Charlotte, NC (USA)
dave AT sebaste.com  
http://www.CarolinaArtisans.com 


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