40 Safety and Hygiene Standards in 17. Try not to accept the measure.

Technical Drawing 18. Try to always keep the eraser free of ink and graphite.
The Safety and hygiene standards in technical drawing Are
essential because they look for projects that are free of dirt and have 19. Have a brush to wipe away any debris from the eraser.
an impeccable presentation.
20. Never deliver a project with small perforations caused by the use
It is imperative that the job site of a professional drawing professional of the compass.
does not have stains of ink, dust or rubbish. Always be aware that
work items such as squares, compasses, rulers, and bevel are clean 21. Always try to have a natural light entrance at your work place.
because they are the elements that will be in contact with the surface
of the drawings. 22. When using the pencil sharpener, make sure your hands are clean
and free from any trace of graphite.
Working safely and hygiene can involve changes in how art materials
are selected and how they are handled. Cleanliness and neatness in 23. Never carry your work items into your mouth.
drawing work are very important requirements. Definitely the seal of
excellence of any technical draftsman. 24. The pencil should always be kept sharp and should be used
properly. It should be kept away from the drawing sheet and other
Technical drawing is important because it helps companies to visualize instruments.
a concept with which they can easily communicate a physical element
for their production. 25. Hand contact with the drawing sheet should be avoided.

Companies use technical drawings for prototype articles and the final 26. Rubbing or erasure should be done correctly with a soft eraser.
version for production.
27. If you suffer from allergies or have sensitive eyes, always try to
These drawings must be detailed and follow the specifications required protect your eye lenses.
in the industry, such as engineering. Technical drawings are often
made using computer software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD , 28. If you wear long hair, you should try to pick it up so it does not
And can be two-dimensional or three-dimensional drawings. interfere with the process of drawing creation.

The engineers who make these drawings typically follow a process 29. Every 30 minutes try to rest your eyes for 10 minutes.
that involves developing a drawing in the software, analyzing the
structure of the model, creating a virtual prototype, testing the 30. The ink containers and all working instruments should be kept at a
prototype to ensure that it is working properly and complying with reasonable distance from the technical drawing work being executed.
safety and hygiene specifications. Then perform a final analysis.
31. Never leave glasses near the project being carried out.
Drawing materials can be: Toxic, can cause physical injury by
inhalation, ingestion or by skin contact. They can be irritating, causing
32. Try to have the least contact with the drawing in which you are
inflammation of the skin, eyes, mucous membranes or pain.
working.
1. Do not eat or drink from the work area (to avoid accidental
ingestion). 33. Never support your elbows or body in the drawing project that is
3. Familiarize yourself with substances that are dangerous. being carried out.

4. Hands should be kept clean at all times during work. 34. Always try to make the entrance of natural light or the lamp you
use to have a spotlight on the left.
5. Wash your hands thoroughly after working with baby oil, soap and
water, 35. The paper in which you work should always be on the left side of
the board and if you are left handed, on the right side.
6. Keep the work area clean and try to keep it in order.
36. Always keep your drawings protected in a cylinder or folder that
7. Ask your doctor if you are taking medication or are pregnant about prevents them from becoming soiled.
what precautions you should take with regard to work tools such as ink,
which can in some way affect health. 37. As far as layout lines are concerned, always make sure that they
are sharp and that they are never blurred.
8. All drawing instruments should be kept clean with a cloth or towel.
38. When the compass is used, the mine must always be sharpened.
9. Identify the location of the extinguishers and the first aid box.
39. Before submitting your project, look for a second opinion from a
10. Notify your boss of any health conditions or medications that may colleague who gives you his point of view regarding the hygiene of
affect your work. your drawing.

11. Always have adequate ventilation. 40. After finalizing your project, clean your work area, your instruments
and always keep your area flawless.
12. When using liquid drawing media such as ink try using those that
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