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Art Safety

There are many types of hazards associated with the arts and crafts including, physical accidents, fire and exposure to dangerous chemicals used often on a daily basis. Of these, chemical hazards are probably the least known. Effects of these hazards can include: lead poisoning in potters; solvent overexposure in printmakers and painters; sulfur dioxide gas exposure in photographers and potters; accidents related to special effects and electrical work in theater personnel; hearing loss and tendonitis in musicians; and solvent and pesticide poisoning in museum conservators.

Often workers do not know about the possible hazards associated with their work or the appropriate preventative measures to take to avoid unnecessary risks and adverse effects. EH&S can assist in identify hazards in your workplace.  Call us at 829-2401 for more information.