1. Keep hair tied up,
One person to every machine,
Ties tucked in,
Fingers away from needle and finally,
Don't talk, or you'll get distracted
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Keep track of needles and pins.
Never leave scissors (or other cutting implements)unattended. They'll either disappear or be used to cut
things you'd not intended to cut with them, damaging the blades, the things, or both.
Launder or at least rinse old fabric before use. Wash your hands. Needle and pins injuries *will* occur
someday. They're easier to manage if the hands were generally clean (not sterile, just generally clean) as
were the tools and materials.
Avoiding attempting to stitch when intoxicated, tearful, or too-tired-to-see-straight. Stitching then often
needs to be un-picked and re-done later and mis-needling or mis-pinning can leave hard-to-remove blood
stains.
Do not sew while driving or operating heavy machinery.
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Sewing Safety Rules
By Melissa Cooper, eHow Contributor
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Proceeding with caution will help make sewing projects more
successful
With so many sharp items used in sewing, it is important to proceed with caution, at least until
you become more familiar with sewing equipment. Whether it is hand sewing or machine
sewing, injuries can occur. However, there are ways to ensure you remain safe when you are
sewing. Love to sew or want to learn? Try a sewing class now!
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Safety Rules for Scissors
1. Be Careful with Basic Sharp Objects
o Whether you are cutting the fabric for your pattern, pinning material, ripping seams, or
threading the needle, sewing is rife with sharp objects. Pay strict attention to the task at
hand to avoid ending up with a bandage on your fingers because of a sewing accident.
When you are not using scissors, they should remain closed and you should insert the
blade down into a container, which can be a tall cup or a sheath or some kind, or your
sewing box. Always hand scissors or sharp-edged objects to someone else with the
handle toward them. Sewing needles come in their own sheaths, but you can also place

3. them into your sewing box. Placing pins into a pin cushion can prevent a prick of your
fingers. Placing pins in your mouth is never a good idea, nor is leaving them loose on the
table, since they can easily be knocked to the floor. When using the seam ripper, always
rip the seams away from you.
2. Keep Your Fingers Safe Around the Presser Foot
of the Machine
o Operate the sewing machine at a slow speed for maximum control, which will help to
keep your fingers safe. Keep your hands at either side of the presser foot, which holds
the needle.
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3. Maintain Cord Safety
o The cord presents its own safety hazards while sewing. Make sure that the cord is
untangled and in good condition without any fraying. If your machine is not located
directly next to the outlet and the cord is not right next to the wall, try to ensure that it
doesn't present a safety issue to anyone who may be passing. When finished sewing,
turn off the machine and unplug it by gently pulling the cord from the wall outlet first and
then disconnecting the cord from the machine.
Finishing Up
o After unplugging the machine, cover it to keep it in good condition. Sweep up the area
and check the floor for any stray needles or pins.
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GARMENT WORKER SAFETY
Garment manufacturing, like other industrial processes, can be hazardous work. Its important for employers
and workers to be aware of the hazards associated with garment manufacturing and take precautions to
guard against work-related illnesses and injuries.
There are many different types of machinery used in the garment industry. Some are used to knit and
weave; sew or cut patterns and cloth; some press or steam; and others transport garment pieces on the
factory floor. But before any work begins on a piece of machinery, the operator should be trained in its

4. proper operation and all safety precautions to follow. Workers should be trained to know that any machinery
with exposed moving parts should be properly guarded. And they need to understand how important it is
that guards be kept in place to prevent accidental activation, pinch points, and amputation.
As cutting tools and knitting or sewing needles can pose cut and puncture hazards, workers should be
instructed to follow basic safety precautions while working with sharp and cutting instruments. Precautions
include: using sharp tools that are in good repair; carrying and storing sharp tools properly; and always
cutting away from the eyes and body. Workers need to stay alert when working with sharp objects and
make sure needles are properly guarded.
Chemicals also play a part in garment manufacturing. Dyes, enzymes, solvents, and other chemicals are
used to create different fabric finishes and durability. So, proper ventilation, respiratory protection, and
other personal protective equipment are important to protect workers during chemical processing. The same
safety steps should be taken for workers who handle the finished material and may be exposed to excess
chemicals and off-gassing. Workers should know where and how to access Material Safety Data Sheets
(MSDS) on the chemicals used in their workplace.
Because much of garment work involves close viewing of the garment, eye protection is critical. Garment
workers can avoid eye injuries by using proper shields on high speed sewing machinery or safety glasses
where appropriate. Also, adequate task lighting at individual work stations can prevent eye strain.
Some garment manufacturing equipment can be very loud, so proper hearing protection may be
necessary. Because a garment factory uses many heated processes, it is important for workers to
avoid heat stress by labeling and guarding hot surfaces and drinking plenty of water during their shift.
Proper ventilation can help to reduce ambient temperatures and ensure worker comfort.
Many tasks in garment manufacturing require repetitive motions . To prevent ergonomic injuries workers
should be encouraged to rotate tasks or take frequent, short breaks to stretch and relax muscles. Work
stations should allow enough space for the task, have appropriate working height, and provide proper
seating. Manufacturing tools and machinery should incorporate ergonomic design principles and should not
require an excessive amount of force to operate.
With proper training and instruction, machine guarding, personal protective equipment, and ergonomically
designed work systems, garment workers can manufacture products in safe and healthy workplaces.
The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon
for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to
those conditions specifically discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your
workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.