What is the safety considerations when operating shot blasting machine?

Workers who carry out the process of shot blasting are exposed to certain hazards and adequate protection is required to keep them safe. One of the most serious hazards is airborne dust which can invade the respiratory system and cause damage. Metal dust can also be very dangerous since metals like lead, cadmium and manganese can be toxic if inhaled.

For this reason, regulations demand that the media be handled by trained personnel, wearing protective clothing and masks in the presence of medical monitoring. Also, hearing protection for all workers is a must and operators should also wear leather gloves, leggings and aprons when on the job.