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What Are the Dangers of Electric Kilns?

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What Are the Dangers of Electric Kilns?

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Electric kilns are necessary for firing clay in an art studio, but they do pose significant safety hazards. Knowing the safety hazards ahead of time can help students and art professionals alike to avoid personal injury or damage to buildings and materials. Anyone who operates kilns should be knowledgeable about how they operate and respect the dangers they pose. Burns Electric kilns become exceedingly hot when they are in use and it is easy to sustain serious burns if you are not careful. Never assume that a kiln is cool, even if it appears that it is not in use. Always wear protective gloves that come up to your elbows when touching the kiln. Avoid wearing loose clothing and make sure your hair is tied up if it is long. You should have special tools for opening the kiln and removing items from the kiln without having to use your hands. Even though the gloves will provide you some protection, use the appropriate tools in order to avoid burns. Fire Hazards Because of the kiln’s heat, i

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