Keep work areas free of food or drink. Flying shards or dust can land on food. If you need to have a drink nearby ensure it is lidded.
Cut tiles over a wide shallow tray to collect any small pieces. A damp hand towel placed in the bottom of the tray will assist with collecting dust and slivers. A spray bottle can be used to keep the towel damp.
When working with tiles it is a good idea to wear closed in shoes and glasses to protect eyes against flying pieces of glass or tile.
Keep the workspace as clean as possible and always use a dustpan and broom to sweep up small pieces of glass, never your hands.
Use tweezers to reposition tiles, particularly when working in cramped spaces.
Wearing breathing apparatus when working with cement based adhesives, ceramics or porcelain will prevent dust particles from entering lungs and hardening. Many plates and tiles contain silica which is invisible to the eye and can be easily inhaled.
Store products in a safe area and label each item especially those with a use by date. Retain any information sheets associated with the products.
Always carefully read any instructions before using any adhesives, grouts, additives or sealers. Work in an open and well ventilated space particularly when working with products which emit fumes. Use a fan or work in an outside area.
Any wet cement based product has a caustic, abrasive effect on skin so gloves and eye protection are necessary when working with grout.
Dispose of any left over grout in a bin, not down the sink, in order to prevent blockages.
Dont allow children or pets access to the work area.
