How To Protect Yourself Against Dust, Pollen & Allergies
At some point in your life, you have probably been exposed to dusty conditions that more than likely made it uncomfortable for you to breathe. These sort of environments may have included a neglected attic or basement, a construction site or workshop where a lot of sanding or sawing was taking place, a windy desert storm, or perhaps even just city air fraught with air pollution. If you find yourself in any of these sort of situations, or need to perform a job that requires working in a dusty setting, you may want to protect yourself against the hazards of dust.
Work in a well-ventilated workspace
Breathing in too much dust can create a variety of health problems, including wheezing, a stuffy nose, and eye irritation. It can contribute to as well as trigger respiratory problems such as asthma, allergies, and coughing. If you are working in an area with a lot of dust, vacuuming frequently or having a vacuum attached to the machinery can help mitigate the amount of dust in the air. Using a wet mop to clean up dust on the floor can also help. Try to make your workspace as well-ventilated as possible.
When you are working in a dusty environment, wear a mask to help protect you from the dust in the air. Masks can be purchased in most hardware stores, as well as from workplace safety suppliers. Make sure the masks fits you and you put it on correctly – it may not work properly otherwise. If you don’t have access to a mask, you can tie a bandanna around your nose and mouth to help protect you.
If you still have problems breathing after taking these precautions, even with a mask on, stop working immediately and go somewhere with fresh air. Seek medical help if you are still having trouble breathing after a few minutes, or your airways feel constricted.
By taking these precautions; you will be saving yourself from sneezing and being miserable from the dust clogging up your breathing passages. Before sweeping sprinkling water on the area to be swept helps immensely.
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