To prevent safety risk connected with handling tungsten carbide, the following basic safety practices should be observed :
- Use a respirator and eye protection. These two protects the most vulnerable parts of your body when handling tungsten carbide. Using a respirator is important especially in situations where there is poor or no ventilation available. Even when a place is well-ventilated, using a respirator is still recommended.
- Full body protection. Wearing protective clothing for the entire body is also important. It helps prevent allergic reactions on the skin when it comes to contacts with tungsten carbide.
- Skin protection. Gloves are a must-wear when handling tungsten carbide. Its also important to apply barrier cream on the skin to add another layer protection against tungsten carbide dust or mist when working.
- Stay away from tungsten carbide work areas. if you have no business being in an area where there's work on tungsten carbide going on, stay out of it.
