Protective equipment for casting

Melting metal involves very high temperatures and liquid metal. Personal protection is mandatory, not optional.

Eye protection #

Safety glasses or a face shield; to look at incandescent metal, glasses with a suitable filter.

Hands #

Gloves resistant to heat and splashes, with long cuffs. Tongs must have long handles (crucible tongs).

Body #

A leather or thick cotton apron, long sleeves and long trousers of natural fibers, which do not melt onto skin like synthetics. Closed leather shoes.

Breathing and environment #

Good ventilation or fume extraction; a mask if there is investment dust. Keep a suitable fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit nearby.

Habits #

No loose hair, no jewelry or loose clothing, a clear workspace and molds always well dried. See the guide to workshop safety.

See also #

• Workshop safety
• Crucible tongs: what they are for and how to use them
• Jewelry oven