Not so fast! Did you clean your hands first? |
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Your
hands might be contaminated. |
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Putting
gloves on over these contaminants traps them against your skin. |
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That
can lead to irritation and dermatitis. |
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Always
wash with a pH-neutral or slightly acidic soap or cleaner.
Ask your pharmacist to recommend one.
At work, a buffering or neutralizing spray may reduce surface skin
pH.
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Avoid
sensitizers, like lanolin and limonene.
If you must use lanolin or limonene, apply it at home after you
have thoroughly cleaned your skin. |
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If
you cant leave your work clothes at work, take them home in
a separate container.
Trash bag work great! |
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Wash
your work clothes separately to protect your family. |
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Clean
reusable gloves daily. Follow the manufacturers instructions.
Store them away from tools and materials in a cool, dark, dry place.
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To
remove disposable gloves, peel back from the top, turning them
inside out.
Discard them at the jobsite each day. |
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Dont
wear watches, rings or other jewelry while you work. |
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So, wash your hands first.
Use a pH-neutral or slightly acidic soap.
Clean the nail beds, too. |
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Dry
your hands thoroughly with a clean towel or wipe. |
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While
youre at it, why not wear a light-weight cotton glove liner
to keep your hands dry and comfortable. |
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If
you remove your gloves during work, wash again with clean water and
soap, or you may carry contaminants into your gloves.
If you have no clean water, try carrying a clean damp wash cloth or
disposable towelettes.
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Before
removing your gloves, always clean off the outsides.
Follow the manufacturers instructions. |
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To
remove gloves, loosen them on both hands. Hold hands down so
contaminated water will not drip onto skin or clothing. |
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Keeping gloves down, remove the first glove only to the fingers.
The cuff of the glove will remain over your palm.
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Now,
grabbing the second glove with the first glove, remove the second
glove. |
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The
first glove should slip off.
Try to handle gloves by the insides only.
Dont touch the outsides. |
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If
you get a persistent skin problem, even a minor one, see a physician.
Be sure to tell your doctor that you work with wet portland cement. |
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Remember, your hands are your living. Protect them. They will last
your lifetime. |
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