Q3. You should pick up and put away gear that hasbeen left adrift for what reason?Q4. True or False. When sweeping exterior decks,you can sweep dirt over the side.Q5. List the three steps used in most detergentcleaning.a.b.c.Q6. List two types of deck covers.a.b.CLEANING SOLVENTSLearning Objectives: When you finish this chapter, youwill be able to—Identify types of cleaning solvents.Recall the precautions to be followed whenworking with cleaning solvents.No matter what the job, from paint removal toswabbing the decks, take precautions againstcarelessly using cleaning solvents. Look at thefollowing example:Seaman Joe Frost didn’t read the labels on thechlorine-based cleaning material he was usingto clean the commode. He decided to clean thedrains at the same time and added a granulateddrain cleaner to the chlorine-based cleaner.Then he left the head. A few minutes later heheard a loud explosion. The reaction betweenthe chlorine-based cleaner and granulatedcleaner caused the explosion. Luckily, no onewas hurt, but the head was a mess.Solvents used in paints, adhesives, rubber andplastic materials, and degreasing solutions arehazardous to your health. Most solvents are toxic and,with a few exceptions, are flammable. Take theappropriate measures to reduce their toxic andflammable effects. In addition, solvents that come incontact with your skin can cause serious skin problems.When using solvents, always observe the followingprecautions:Make sure the space in which you are workinghas adequate ventilation.Wear protective clothing, goggles, respirators,gloves, and other appropriate equipment.Make sure accessible fire-fighting equipment isnearby.Take every precaution to prevent excessivevapors from contaminating the air.Check the labels on all containers of liquids.Wipe up spilled solvents immediately.Avoid contact with your eyes, skin, or clothing.Never swallow solvents.Avoid breathing the vapors.Keep solvent containers tightly closed when youare not using them.Check containers for leakage.Transfer solvents from a defective/leakingcontainer to a new container.Make sure containers are empty before youdiscard them. You must observe the approvedpractices for disposal of solvents, cleaners, andtheir containers.Label all containers used to store solvents.18-4Student Notes:
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