Liquid and grease lubricants (Discovery 3)

Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oils. All lubricating oils and greases can cause eye and skin irritation.

Waste engine oils

Prolonged and repeated contact of the skin with mineral oils leads to the removal of natural fats from the skin, which leads to dry skin, irritation and dermatitis. In addition, used engine oils contain potentially harmful contaminants that can cause skin cancer. When working with oils, care should be taken to have skin protection equipment, a sink for washing hands and face, and a shower.

Do not use engine oils as a lubricant or for any other purpose where extensive skin contact is likely to occur.

Health Precautions

• Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils, especially used engine oils.
• Use protective clothing, including impervious gloves, where feasible.
• Do not put oiled rags in your pockets.
• Avoid soiling clothing, especially underwear, with oil.
• Heavily soiled clothing and oil-permeable shoes should not be worn. Clothing should be cleaned regularly.
• Open wounds and cuts should be treated immediately with first aid.
• To facilitate the removal of oil from the skin, apply special protective creams to the skin before starting work.
• To ensure that all oil is removed from the skin, wash it with soap and water (The use of special skin cleaners and nail brushes can also help). Preparations containing lanolin will replace the natural oils found in the skin if they have been removed.
• Do not use substances such as gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel as leather cleaners (gas oil), thinners and solvents.
• If skin irritation occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
• If this practice is acceptable, degrease the elements prior to handling them.
• If there is a risk of oil getting into your eyes, use eye protection such as chemical goggles or a face shield. Eye wash facilities and equipment should also be provided.