Category: Print & Dye Workshop
Level: Bronze
Author: Hannah Ogahara, June Fish, Rafal Pilipow, Max Jones
The Impact: <p>Without proper documentation and control of hazardous substances, workshops risk unsafe handling of dyes, inks, solvents, and fixatives, as well as non-compliance with legal requirements. Establishing clear safety systems ensures safe use and protects staff, students, and the environment.</p>
Details
Workshops comply with legal requirements for the safe use of materials.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available and accessible for all hazardous substances (e.g. dyes, inks, solvents, fixatives), and risk assessments completed and accessible.
Materials are selected to be suitable and safe for workshop processes.