Chipping away at stone can be very dangerous for your eyes. Masonry specialists always wear personal protective gear for their eyes. Protective, shatter-resistant goggles are used to protect them from debris and dust. Dangerous debris and dust fly around while they work, so protecting the eyes is something every worker should do.

Masons use loud machinery to accomplish cutting and shaping stones. Ear protection is a must for anyone that works in the industry. According to the University of Washington, any workers or bystanders should wear hearing protection when the noise exceeds 115 decibels. Our team knows that construction equipment can easily exceed this level of noise, so adequate ear protection is essential. It's actually rare to see a mason cutting and grinding stones without it. Noise pollution from equipment and machinery is a real risk factor for a stone mason.

Working with stone and brick can be hazardous to the feet if you're not careful. Masons protect their feet with steel-toed shoes. Should something fall on their foot, the steel can help to reduce the risk of a serious injury. Most masons wear steel-toed boots that come up to the ankle to provide a larger area of protection. Similarly, they also wear full-coverage clothing to protect their arms and legs from the masonry materials.

Dust and debris that comes from working with stones can be a respiratory irritant. Masons wear masks to keep from breathing in the particles generated from cutting, grinding, and shaping stone. They also wear gloves to protect their hands in certain situations. Overall, they take the necessary precautions to prevent injuries and illnesses that can occur from stone masonry services. Working with stone is much more dangerous than most people believe.

If you need masonry services, it is best to leave those services up to the professionals. Professionals know how to avoid risks. Call Walter Grzebieniak Building Maintenance Inc today to learn more.