113D SYSTEMS, INC.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Gloves
Wear disposable nitrile gloves when handling powders. Dispose of the gloves when the powder handling operation is
complete. Do not operate switches or use door handles or other xtures while still wearing the gloves in order to prevent cross
contamination.
Clothing
When working in areas where reactive metal condensates are present, use re-retardant special fabric, rendered conductive,
trousers without turn-ups, closed pockets.
Safety Masks
Wear disposable dust mask that is rated N99 (FFP3) or equivalent level protection.
Safety Goggles
Wear close tting safety goggles or a full face mask when handling powder. In case of emergency, use an eye shower to
remove any particles from the eye(s).
Safety Shoes
The use of safety shoes is mandatory in any area where heavy items are handled. This includes powder vessels, building
plates and the build module. In any area where powder is handled, safety shoes with antistatic soles are required.
Hygiene
It is advised to wash your hands, even when wearing gloves, after handling powder. It is also recommended to shower and wash your
hair after removing the protective clothing at the end of a day’s work.
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HAND TOOLS
You must acquire non-sparking, non-magnetic hand tools that are safe for Ex zones
where hazardous, ammable or combustible vapors, liquids, dusts or residues may be
present. Hand tools such as trowels, screwdrivers, dustpans, should be composed of:
• Aluminum
• Aluminum-Bronze (AlBr)
• Copper-Beryllium (CuBe2) alloys
You must also acquire and use natural ber or ESD safe brushes and brooms. Work
benches must be grounded.
GROUNDING
Grounding personnel and equipment when working with powder is highly
recommended. The DMP building chamber is grounded as a safety feature. When no
other option is available, personnel can be grounded to this chamber using an antistatic
bracelet. Similarly, all auxiliary equipment (including explosion proof), can be grounded
by attaching the provided grounding leads to the DMP chamber (A). However to ensure
easy, uncomplicated operation, the following is recommended:
• Dedicated grounding points in each process room
• Antistatic ooring or Antistatic oor mats
In addition it is recommended to check the grounding itself on a regular basis in
accordance to local regulations.
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