Risk assessment- Darkroom
There are a set of rules that have to be followed just like
everywhere else so you do not hurt yourself or damage any of the equipment.
When using or handling processing solutions- Avoid
contact with bare skin at all times. Ware protective gloves when handling
chemicals and use tongs when processing images in the chemicals. Renew gloves
daily if possible as the material used for gloves becomes damaged when exposed
to colour developing agents after a short time.
Despite the protections, chemicals or processing
solutions- If chemicals come into contact with skin wash the affected area
immediately and thoroughly in running water.
Ware goggle for all work- as photographic processing
solutions could splash. For example when preparing solutions and pouring them
into tanks. If chemicals reach the eye then you must spread the eyelids and
rinse out with plenty of water immediately then you must see a doctor
afterword.
Work area temperature- the room temperature must be
above 30 degrees Celsius as the negatives and the paper are sensitive to
temperature and it affects how well the images come out and it prevents the
negatives from getting damaged in any way.
Storage of chemicals- must be stored in a way so they
are not mistaken for drinks and are out of reach from children.
The most obvious rule of all– DO NOT EAT OR DRINK IN
THE DARK ROOM!!
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