Similar to sandblasting, this can be a rather noisy process, so ear protection in particular is essential. In addition, dry ice is much colder than regular ice, and is stored at -109 degrees Fahrenheit. The extreme temperature can quickly cause frostbite on unprotected skin. As a result, a quality set of gloves is essential for safety.
Also, if you are blasting in a dusty area, or are in a situation where the blast will create dust (which is almost always the case), the same types of eye goggles and masks used in high pressure washing or sandblasting are strongly recommended.
Also, NEVER point the blasting gun at another person. This can cause serious injury and should not be done under any circumstances.
Work in Properly Ventilated Areas
One major departure in the area of CO2 safety from other methods is the importance of working in a reasonably well ventilated area. Directly inhaling CO2 is dangerous, but this danger is easily mitigated with a normal ventilation system.
If you wish to choose the side of caution, simply set up a couple of fans in the working area to ensure that the CO2 gases quickly and safely dissipated.
By following these simple dry ice blasting safety procedures and guidelines, you are sure to have a quality cleaning experience each and every time.
