8. Health, safety, and environment

8.1 Protection of the individual

When handling chemicals, you need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE). This PPE includes safety glasses, acid-resistant clothing, chemical-resistant gloves, and safety shoes. Long hair should be tied back.

When using powders, wearing a mask is recommended.

The risks associated with each type of bath are examined in the following five sections.

• Acids (free of fluoride ions)

  These products are corrosive through contact, inhalation, and...