Caution: Prolonged and repeated skin contact with mineral oil will strip the natural oils from human skin, causing dryness, irritation and dermatitis. In addition, used motor oil contains potentially harmful substances that can cause skin cancer. Therefore, it is necessary to provide skin protection measures as well as appropriate cleaning agents.
Caution: The most effective precaution is to use work methods that virtually eliminate the risk of skin contact with mineral oil. For example, the use of closed systems for collecting waste oil, washing machines for cleaning parts from oil and grease before starting work.
Attention:
- Avoid repeated and prolonged skin contact with oils, especially used motor oils.
- Wear protective clothing and impervious gloves while working.
- Avoid contamination of clothing, especially underwear, with oil.
- Do not put oily rags in your pockets; using overalls without pockets will prevent this.
- Do not wear contaminated or oily work clothes and shoes. Workwear (work overalls) should be cleaned regularly and stored separately from personal clothing.
- Where there is a possibility of oil getting into the eyes, protective glasses or a protective mask must be worn; eye rinsing equipment and facilities should also be available.
- For open cuts and wounds, seek emergency medical attention.
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, especially before eating (nail brushes and hand wash will also help). After washing, it is recommended to apply lanolin cream to your hands to restore the skin's fatty layer.
- It is prohibited to use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, diesel oil, solvents and thinners to clean your hands.
- Apply barrier creams before starting work to help remove oil from your hands after work.
- If any skin diseases appear, consult a doctor immediately.