MRAT - 054 - GRP, Resin Casting, Chemicals and Fumes
A polyester resin, dissolved in styrene, is hardened by mixing with a catalyst. The resin is often used with glass-fibre reinforcement to give glass-reinforced plastic (GRP). Small scale repair kits use similar materials but with the catalyst supplied as a paste.
This is a short guide explaining the use of a washing machine in a school and is a response to a number of helpline queries regarding the laundering of textiles in a school.
3D printing in schools and colleges; managing the risks
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) was
involved with CLEAPSS in producing this guidance. HSE endorses the
guidance, as it follows a sensible and proportionate approach to
managing health and safety. It explains how to manage the risks
presented by FFF printers.