WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
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and other construction activities contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints.
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Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry
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products.
Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
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Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how
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often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals:
Work in a well-ventilated area.
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Work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks
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that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding,
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sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities.
Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap
and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or to
lie on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
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