Complete Resin Safety Guide
Comprehensive safety protocols for working with epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and specialty resins. Essential protective equipment, workspace setup, emergency procedures, and health protection guidelines for safe and professional resin crafting.
Critical Safety Warning
Resin chemicals can cause serious health issues including skin sensitization, respiratory problems, and chemical burns. NEVER work with resins without proper protective equipment and ventilation.
- • Always wear nitrile gloves - latex gloves offer NO protection
- • Use organic vapor respirator mask - dust masks are insufficient
- • Ensure adequate ventilation or work outdoors
- • Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles
- • Cover skin completely - avoid skin contact at all costs
Essential Protective Equipment (PPE)
Hand Protection
- • Nitrile gloves (6-8 mil thickness)
- • Double-glove for extended work
- • Change gloves if contaminated
- • Never use latex or vinyl gloves
- • Keep spare gloves accessible
Warning: Regular gloves dissolve in resin solvents
Eye Protection
- • Safety glasses with side shields
- • Chemical splash goggles
- • Face shield for large pours
- • Prescription safety glasses available
- • Anti-fog coating recommended
Remember: Resin splashes can cause permanent eye damage
Respiratory Protection
- • Organic vapor respirator (P100)
- • Half-face or full-face respirator
- • Replace cartridges regularly
- • Fit-test your respirator
- • Not needed with adequate ventilation
Critical: Dust masks do NOT protect from chemical vapors
Workspace Safety Setup
Ventilation Requirements
- • Minimum: Cross-ventilation with open windows
- • Better: Exhaust fan pulling fumes outside
- • Best: Professional spray booth or fume hood
- • Work outdoors when weather permits
- • Never work in closed spaces or basements
- • Test air flow with tissue paper
Spill Protection
- • Cover work surface with plastic sheeting
- • Use cardboard or newspaper underneath
- • Keep absorbent materials nearby
- • Have cleanup supplies ready before starting
- • Secure area from pets and children
- • Emergency shower/eyewash station accessible
Health Hazards & Prevention
Sensitization
Repeated exposure can cause permanent allergic reactions. Always minimize skin contact.
Respiratory Issues
Vapor inhalation can cause asthma-like symptoms. Ensure proper ventilation always.
Eye Irritation
Vapors and splashes can cause severe eye irritation. Wear proper eye protection.
Skin Burns
Direct contact can cause chemical burns. Wash immediately if contact occurs.
Emergency Procedures
Skin Contact
- 1. Remove contaminated clothing immediately
- 2. Flush with soap and water for 15+ minutes
- 3. Do NOT use solvents or alcohol
- 4. Remove jewelry that may trap chemicals
- 5. Seek medical attention if irritation persists
Eye Contact
- 1. Flush immediately with clean water
- 2. Continue flushing for 15+ minutes
- 3. Remove contact lenses if present
- 4. Do NOT rub eyes
- 5. Seek immediate medical attention
Keep Emergency Numbers Handy
• Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
• Local Emergency Services: 911
• Your doctor's number
• Nearest hospital location
Additional Safety Resources
Pre-Work Safety Checklist
Personal Protection ✓
- ☐ Nitrile gloves properly fitted
- ☐ Safety glasses or goggles on
- ☐ Respirator if needed
- ☐ Long sleeves and pants
- ☐ Closed-toe shoes
- ☐ Hair tied back
Workspace Setup ✓
- ☐ Adequate ventilation confirmed
- ☐ Work surface protected
- ☐ Cleanup materials ready
- ☐ Emergency supplies accessible
- ☐ Pets/children secured away
- ☐ Fire extinguisher nearby
Safety Is Not Optional
Protect yourself, your health, and your craft with proper safety protocols