[Jewelry making - Article 00566] - Re: [Orchid] Pregnancy and ventillation in studio

[Karen Goeller]

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Charles,

    It's really good to know that there's a recommendation regarding the
    masks and stresses on the body. I've never seen that info before and
    it makes sense. 

    However, there are situations where I believe that a mask is
    necessary, such as mixing investment. Even with excellent
    ventilation/filtration, there is still enough investment dust
    floating around for a few minutes until it settles and is evacuated
    that you really shouldn't be breathing it. Wearing a mask seems an
    appropriate precaution. 

    I'm also concerned in the case of a larger shared studio, such as a
    school studio, where an individual is not in control of the work
    processes throughout the room and could be exposed by other people's
    inappropriate choices. That's one reason why there are certain areas
    and times in our school studio where I do require a mask to be
    worn... around the polisher and investment, for example. 

    In your opinion are these unnecessary? We already have a powerful
    ventilation system and an excellent vacuum system on the polisher.
    I'm not frankly seeing how we can change processes and policies to
    completely remove the need for masks in this type of scenario, but
    would love suggestions! 

Thanks,
Karen Goeller
No Limitations Designs
Hand-made, one-of-a-kind jewelry
www.nolimitations.com
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