Graphic Design & Printing TechnologySkin protection devices include rubber, leather, or plastic gloves, aprons, and
safety footware and full safety suit. Skin protection devices should be worn
when working with or cleaning up chemicals and solvents that can cause minor
irritations or severe bodily damage.
Safety helmets are used in the industry for protection of head injuries during
the operation and to prevent risk.
First aid kits
Everyone working in a printing industry should be trained in basic first aid.
First aid should be visible and easily accessible and they should be checked
and stocked at regular basis.
Fire classifications & Fire extinguishers
There are four general type of fires. Class A, Class B, Class C & Class D
Class A : Fire arising out of materials such as wood, paper, textiles, etc.
Soda acid and pressurized water are the type of fire extinguishers used for
Class A fire. This type of extinguisher should not be used for Class B, Class C,
and Class D.
Class B : Fire caused by flammable liquids such as grease, gasoline, oils, and
paints.
Carbondioxide gas under pressure is the type of extinguisher used for Class B
fire. It should not be used for Class A, Class C and Class D.
Class C : Fire caused by electrical equipment such as motors, switches, etc.
Dry chemicals and carbon dioxide gas are the most common fire extinguisher
used for Class C fire. It should not be used for Class D.
Class D : Fire arising out of combustible metals such as magnesium and lithium.
Granular type of dry chemical materials are used as fire extinguishers of Class
D. It should not be used for Class A, Class B, and Class C.