Safety Information

Safety Information

Listed below you will find information on Safety Articles, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Safety Checklists, Regulatory References and Certifications pertaining to the abrasive blasting industry.

Abrasive blasting (formerly known as sandblasting) also is called grit blasting, bead blasting, media blasting, soda blasting, dry blasting, sponge blasting, shot blasting, and shot peening. However, sand should never be used when abrasive blasting because breathing abrasive containing crystalline (free) silica can lead to serious or fatal lung disease.