Is dry ice blasting dangerous?
Because dry ice blasting involves the use of dry ice, there are certain safety precautions that should be followed to ensure all personnel are safe. Some key precautions include:
- Ensuring proper ventilation
- Limiting exposure
- Identifying and labeling areas where it is possible for CO2 to accumulate
- Wearing and utilizing proper PPE such as gloves, eyewear, and tongs
Dry ice blasting is not inherently dangerous, but there are safety precautions one should always follow. To learn more about CO2 and dry ice safety, click here.