Safety Issue at the Frontier OS27 Sawmill
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- Dust in our lungs. Over the years it's felt like I've had congestion in my lung. I've gone to the doctors I've had my physicals and everything checks out fine. However it always feels like I have to clear my throat or have drainage. Could it be I'm allergic to the sawdust could it be the sawdust is causing problems with my sinuses and my lungs? I'm going to explore the use of dust masks from here out.
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Good idea Jerry! My Dad has been doing woodworking for many years and he will be in his shed and there is a cloud of dust when he is sanding. He has started wearing a mask now but did not early on. His lungs definitely paid for it. Take care Jerry👊🏻
I think we often side step safety when the consequences are not immediate. I'm going to try and do better. Hopefully it's not too late lol. Thanks Todd for the input. I truly appreciate the support.
Good morning Jerry, never even considered wearing a mask at the mill You are correct about sneezing a board out at the end of the day. Thanks for bringing up this obscure issue in milling.
You're welcome. I'm going to try and do better. Have a great week buddy.
Good morning! Excellent subject Jerry. I think I’ve said this before , that dad died of pulmonary fibrosis at 74. He taught woodshop till 82 then built 50+ homes until 2007. Dust , without a doubt killed him. I wear the N95 light weight masks you can get at the hardware. Thanks! The life you save may be your own
Absolutely. I'm going to try and do better. Safety is always something easy to skip when the consequences are not immediate. Thanks for the input. Have a great week.
Hi Jerry, I just wear the N95 mask if it gets too dusty. For cleaning off the mill I use a cordless leaf blower, with the extension you're not in the cloud of dust when blowing the saw dust off everything and no worries about the hose getting hung up on anything.
I did get some soft masks. I use both the leaf blower and compressed air. The leaf blower doesn't quite do as well I find. But I do use that often.
Hi Jerry, I worked in a paint factory for over 40 years, and had mask training over 20 times, so I am somewhat qualified to give you some answers. First off, the two masks that you showed, are both VOC and other type of mists. If you don't have a dust type of pre-filter on them, they are clogging the charcoal canisters up at a far to quick rate. Second, those canisters are non the greatest filter for that dust, as they are for hazardous particles that will cling to that filter material. Finally, an NIOSH 95 dust mask with the one way valve is the best for what you are after. Don't get the kind without the valve, as it takes more to exhale back through the filter, and it helps them last longer. Another thing you can do with these to make them seal even better to your face, especially if it fogs your glasses, is to use a little Vaseline around the outside to help seal it up.
That's great to know. I have always blown them out when they get tough to breath through. I bet they are pretty shot. I'll look into what you suggest. Thank you.
Hey Jerry , if I was doing wood work , I would be wearing a mask . As they say , with age comes wisdom . I wish I had of taken better care of my hearing because now I wear hearing aids . Won’t even mow grass with out hearing protection . So yes , I would wear a mask especially when cleaning up . 👍🏻🇺🇸
Del I feel you. Only thing we can do is try to be better. I too wish I took care of my ears better. I always wear ear protection now. Have a great week buddy.
When you can cough out a 2X4, it might be a good idea. Sanding is where I find it most useful. I also use it when spraying seal.
I need to do better. Thanks Nathan. Have a great week.
You know what Jerry, its a valid point to wear a mask. I never do and just like you, when i finish and blow my nose and the amount of sawdust snotters is unbelievable. Yet i cant be doing with the mask on my face. I just like the freedom 😄
Its a valid point though and i may just have one there for one day 😄
Good advice buddy 👍
I just tried another type of mask yesterday. I'm trying to do better with my PPE. As I get older things are breaking down and wearing out and I can't 'dodge a wrench' any longer.
The smaller mask is very much adequate for the task, will definitely keep sawdust out. You can get lighter versions of the same that I'm sure would be as effective, 3M are a trusted brand. Good quality disposable masks are much handier, but need changing often & I always had a free supply at work. Whatever, look after yourself mate & all the best.
Yes , 3M , N95.
That's what I need to do. Thanks for the input.
@@BigelowWoodcraft good thing about disposable masks is its easy to always have one on you. In a pocket, under your hat, wherever. If you know anyone works for a big contractor they'll be able to get you them free, I coulda got you boxes of the things lol.
@@papalegba6796 Yup , I don’t notice it when I drop it down around my neck. It’s just there when you need it.
An n95 that will fit your face properly would stop all of the sawdust. The "smell a fart" test is very, very much higher than needed for large particulate like sawdust. How often can you See fart particles floating in the air? ;) All in all, any mask that will stop gas molecules is more than is necessary. The full face mask that combines high level eye protection is a good choice, imo, for the combined protection. I like having eye protection at the mill. Worst case - exposure to wood dust could lead to silicosis.
Thanks for the input. I agree.
I don't think people are considering what we breathe in regularly with projects. I hope ot hear that it helps your irritated sinuses and lungs. Let us know!
Thanks Ricki. I'm trying to do better as I get older. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Have a great week.