Plumbing Safety 101 – Common Plumbing Hazards
Every industry has its own unique health risks. And, the same can be said for a plumber. Every day they come into contact with chemicals and other such hazards that can be a detriment to their health. Let’s go over some plumbing safety risks that plumbs come across every day.
Chemical Hazards
One of the first things to watch out for is hazardous chemicals. Asbestos and lead are 2 of the most common plumbing safety risks plumbers come in contact with. Many of the older homes that were built before the 1970s will have asbestos and lead in them. Asbestos and lead can cause serious health issues, ranging from respiratory infections to cancer. Taking the proper precautions will alleviate some of the safety risks involved.
Electrical Shock
Plumbers will often come in contact with areas that have electrical connections. This poses a plumbing safety risk simply because water and electricity should never be mixed. The plumbing safety risk of electrical shock requires certain precautions to be taken. Meaning plumbers need to use power tools that have built-in ground fault circuit interpreters. And, simply turning off the power to the area that you are working in will significantly reduce the plumbing safety risk of electrical shock.
Mold
Mold grows in damp, warm areas, so leaks associated with plumbing fixtures are a common haven for mold; making mold a common safety risk, not only for the plumber but the customer too. Needless to say, plumbers will frequently encounter this safety risk on a daily basis. So wearing the proper protective gear such as gloves, long pants, long sleeves, goggles, and a respirator are extremely important.
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