Bountiful Waters Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 I am not new to pouring plastics, and I know that we need to respect that hot plastic. I broke that rule yesterday morning, got in a hurry, and moved a pyrex cup of melted plastic too fast on the workbench. The plastic went over the top and covered my hand. Needles to say, hot plastic and skin don't get along! I am posting these pictures to remind others not to have a brain cramp like I did yesterday. I am also posting these in my shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Not to minimize your pain but; been there, done that. Like I've said to many folks; it's not "if you burn yourself; it's how bad and how mant times." You're right, it only takes a second of brain lapse. Take care of the burns so they don't infect. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Ouch! I wish you a speedy recovery and hope there is no long term damage. It is way to easy to get complacent working with and around potentially hazardous stuff. While often we think hot plastic and lead, the power tools with cutting edges and hooks, wire, and wood all need to be treated with respect towards safety. It's important to evaluate your work shop's safety from time to time; determine if you are protecting yourself as necessary to enjoy tackle making long into the future. We all talk about the need for heavy gloves, eye protection, dust masks and respirators, and all the other safety gear... But, it isn't worth a tinker's damn if you don't a few extra seconds to put it on. Don't forget to maintain your either; gloves with a hole or respirators with clogged filters aren't doing you any good. The Air Force has what they call the 100 deadly days of summer. In addition to all the risks you face on the job or in your tackle making, the other area they focused attention on is what I call "Stupid Human Tricks" also known as summer recreational activities. Statistics have proven that people will put aside common sense and safety if they feel the activity is fun. Cliff diving without checking the water first is a good example... Well, ol' Uncle Spike will get off his soap box for now. My problem is the longer I'm a member of TU, the more like a family it starts to feel. In a way, this site is largely dedicated at providing advice and practicing safe tackle making, so be careful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONKEYqpHUNTER Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 thanks for posting we dont stop and think how loseing focus for a second can cause weeks of pain. man hope that heals up fast for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbor Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hey, Ouch, I am new to pouring as well, know incidents as of yet..."knock on wood"! I will post those photo's in my shop, please take care Thanks for the warning Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish devil Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 that looks like it hurts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angler310 Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Gloves man, always where gloves. Damn that hurts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 Yikes!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outdooradvantage Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 Thank's for the reminder, hope you heal soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bait Co. Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 I goy one burn took weeks to heal. I never want that to happen to me agian or anybody else. Looking at thoes picks makes old burn hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LedHed Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 What a painful reminder...................... Great advice - slow down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RipLip Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 WOW! That is stored in the memory banks now. I hope you heal quick and drain those blisters. I had some but not that bad and they felt better popped. Good luck and we all need to slow down and think safety. That looks like it'll even hurt to fish.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodkaman Posted May 17, 2008 Report Share Posted May 17, 2008 I got the same blister as the top pic, two days ago. Nothing to do with plastic though. I don't know what is the best procedure to deal with the blisters, to drain or not to drain? All I know is that once the blister bursts, the pain begins. I hope your burns are not too deep and you have a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted May 17, 2008 Report Share Posted May 17, 2008 The pain begins because the air gets to it and the nerve endings are bare. You need to cover it with an antibacterial salve. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted May 17, 2008 Report Share Posted May 17, 2008 (edited) This appears to be the current information for treating second degree burns: Second degree burns are deeper, causing damage to the epidermis and partial damage to the dermis, including the blood vessels. They cause blisters, and are painful. The fluid inside a blister is called serum. It's a watery liquid that leaks from nearby tissues and blood vessels that have been destroyed. This blister filled with serum provides pillow-like protection for the skin beneath it. Second degree burns take several weeks to heal completely. Eventually the fluid inside the blister is absorbed by the body,and the dead blister skin will drop away, leaving new skin underneath. Soak the burn in cool water for 15 minutes. If the burned area is small, put cool, clean wet cloths on the burn for a few minutes every day. Then put on an antibiotic cream. Cover the burn with a nonstick dressing held in place with gauze or tape. Check the burn every day for signs of infection, such as increased pain, redness, swelling or pus. If you see any of these signs, go to your doctor right away. To prevent infection, don't break the blisters. If a first or second degree burn covers a large area, or is on your face, hands, feet or genitals, you should see a doctor right away. Ice or very cold water is no longer the recommended treatment for first or second degree burns, since it has been found that this will also cause damage to the tissues. Instead, cool water applied to the burned area will ease pain and stop further damage to hot tissues. Edited May 17, 2008 by Spike-A-Pike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted May 17, 2008 Report Share Posted May 17, 2008 Genitals Bruce. Seems to me if I spill hot plastic on that part of me my first thought is going to be how fast I can get to a doctor. lol:eek: Here's another thought; what am I doing out there with no clothes on? www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bait Co. Posted May 17, 2008 Report Share Posted May 17, 2008 Haven't you heard of Naked cooking show's. Maybe some people pours naked to get in touch with nature or the fish. I could think of a couple of other resons but I won't say them. They would have the:censored: every other word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsworms Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Genitals Bruce.Seems to me if I spill hot plastic on that part of me my first thought is going to be how fast I can get to a doctor. lol:eek: Here's another thought; what am I doing out there with no clothes on? There's a mental image I didn't need Nil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhahn427 Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 .... Last week I balked at paying $20 for silicon coated hot gloves ......... after the pictures .... I forked out the cash ..... cheaper than the medications not ot mention the pain and scars ......... sorry for you accident but thanks for the reality check ...... really ........ THANKS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bait Co. Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 (edited) You cry when you have to pay $20 for gloves You cry when you burn yourself You cry for being a cheap ass that didn't buy the gloves for $20 You cry when your wife calls you a cheap dumb ass for not buying the gloves I have the same problem:( Edited May 18, 2008 by King Bait Co. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Genitals Bruce. Seems to me if I spill hot plastic on that part of me my first thought is going to be how fast I can get to a doctor. lol:eek: Here's another thought; what am I doing out there with no clothes on? www.novalures.com Genitals Nova... Normally, I'd laugh it off. I have seen hot coffee deliver second degree burns from mid-chest to mid-thigh. A doctor, EMT, or even a good Navy medic, when you get an injury and they need to determine the extent of the damage, won't hesitate a nanosecond to cut you out of you clothing ~ I lost a pair of Dockers, a good golf shirt, and an Izod sweater ($120.00 12 years ago) after getting hit and knocked unconscious by a teenage female chatting on her cell phone. I really hate waking up naked in the ER with sheet, oxygen tube, and an IV!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Bruce; do you folks have the "no call phone while driving" law there? We finally got it here this year but they still let them talk on hands-free units which is still no better. I haven't been hit by anyone but a couple of years ago I almost lost my truck and boat to a cellphone talker parked half off the road on a curve. i pulled out to pass her (blond of course) and met a fully loaded dumptruck coming the other way. I swear there was only 2" between the mirrors when we passed. Scared me half to death, especially that it was 6:00 AM. Sorry guys; didn't mean to highjack the thread. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted May 18, 2008 Report Share Posted May 18, 2008 Let's get this heading back to the right general direction... Safety. No such cell phone laws on the books here and I didn't want to pile on, but the gal was a Natural Blond. But you bring up a good point, from a safety perspective, and that's towing a boat and others on the roads. I don't think most of the drivers we share the roads with realize that stopping and accelerating when towing take a little longer. Most of them think nothing about cutting you off or riding your prop if they don't feel your moving fast enough. I don't trust anyone on the roads anymore. It may be my age starting to show, but it seems like nobody uses a lick of common sense any more; why its a pretty uncommon thing any more. So, the only thing we can do when towing is think ahead, plan lane changes and turns in advance. Everyone loves to get out the road and get to where-ever as quick as possible and summer is the worse. Adding a little thought to the process could keep you out of wreak or even save your and your friend and families lives. Sorry, I just feel very strong about being safe, regardless of what capacity its applied. It always amazes me how fun was being had just before some gets injured or killed............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Sock Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 looked at the first picture and thought ahh not so bad, been there done that 10 times over, then saw the 2nd. that sucks.. ouch here is another tip, don't pop the blister no matter how tempting or annoying, they heal so much better. the fluid inside the blister is there to protect and heal the skin. My blister always heal much better waiting for them to pop just my opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RipLip Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 I guess I'm the only one that pops the blisters. Also I think electrical tape is a band-aid. Anyways good luck with that and hopefully everyone takes an extra second to think about there actions now before they get burned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
