Painting @ Home
Introduction
For the 30
years that I have been in the Paint and Construction
business. It amazes me how workers and homeowners ignore
simple safety. While working on a job or just around the
house doing simple little things. I have seen some pretty
nasty injuries in other trades as they happened. And let me
say it was hard to endure. Each and every one of them
were stupid
mistakes that could
have easily been avoided. A serious injury to anyone could be
very expensive and life changing in many ways. Lost work pay
and a healthy future. And some injuries could even lead
to Death. The main lesson here is take
your time. Think about everything your going to do and
proceed with caution.
Safety
Tips
There are some
very important safety tips a homeowner should be aware of.
Ladders: Make sure you use the right ladder for the right
footing. Uneven footing requires an extension ladder. Or
folding a stepladder together and leaning it on the solid
surface if the footing allows this. Depending on the height
required of course.
Sharp
Objects
I always point
out to everyone! Do not put sharp objects in your pockets.
This is a no brainer. But, forgetfulness is the culpit here.
Get a bucket and put all your tools in to hang from a ladder.
Would be alot better. And you will be thankful if something
does happen.
Hazardous
Chemicals
One of the
most hazardous and dangerous chemicals you can get in to. Is
interior STAIN. Rags are the most flammable after use. The
rags become combustible just being exposed to the air. And
when the rags are exposed to sunlight it is even more
volatile. I have seen homes partially burn down or completely
because of stain soaked rags! People have lost their lives by
throwing their stain soaked rags in the trash can in a
kitchen. My fathers truck almost burn up. Because the
contractor threw stain soaked rags in a trash can in front of
his truck. This was about 2pm. And by 3am the next morning
they burst into flames. So, be CAREFUL with the products you
use. And make sure you have plenty of ventilation in a
enclosed room or enviroment.
In
Conclusion
You may
already know about some of the topics I have touched on in
this article. We must never take anything for granted. Good
organization and taking all the time you need to do a
project. Is the BEST policy! Thanks for your very important
time. Need advise? Drop us an email! Have a great day.
Donald W. Nixon