Airbrush
Our Airbrush and spray booth where generously financed by Sparebankstiftelsen DNB
Airbrushing is a great safe alternative to using spray cans for painting 3d printed models and other projects.
Risk Assessment
| Hazard | Likelihood(1-5) | Consequence (1-5) | Risk Rating (L x C) | Risk Level |
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| Eye exposure to paint | 3 (possible) | 3 (moderate) | 9 | Moderate risk |
| Inhalation of airborne fumes and particles | 4 (likely) | 3 (moderate) | 12 | Moderate risk |
Required Safety Equipment
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| Wear safety glasses while painting | Use fume hood while painting | Wash your hands after you are done |
Hazards
TODO:
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Fumes when painting |Fumes when painting |
Operational Safety
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Do not use the airbrushing equipment unless you know how to use it. For instruction, contact Sonen staff at ifi-sonen@ifi.uio.no.
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Adjust air pressure before connecting the airbrush to the air supply.
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Don't exceed ... psi
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Only use airbrush paint with the airbrush.
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DON'T USE UNDILUTED NON AIRBRUSH SPECIFIC PAINT!
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Only use the airbrush inside the spray booth.
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Use safety glasses.
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Know where the eye shower is located.
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Turn off the air shutoff valve before leaving.
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Wash your hands after use.
Standard Operating Procedure
- Set up the spray booth
- Connect the duct to the spray booth and place the other end out a window
- Adjust air pressure from the air supply. Pressure should be between...
- Connect the airbrush to the air supply.
- Paint the thing.
- Clean the airbrush thoroughly!!!!! The airbrush is a precision tool and will be broken unless cleaned properly.
- Disconnect the spray booth and paint brush.
- Tidy up after you.