CAUTION
It has been demonstrated that continuous contact with used motor oil can cause
skin cancer in laboratory animals. It has also been documented that some substances
found to cause cancer in laboratory animals can also cause cancer in humans.
Therefore, it is important and prudent to minimize skin contact with used
motor oil.
Skin contact with used motor oil can be minimized by following these safety
precautions:
DO follow work practices that minimize the amount of skin exposed and the
length of time used oil stays on the skin.
DO thoroughly wash off used oil as soon as possible with soap and water.
DO wear long-sleeved shirts and use gloves made of material that oil cannot
penetrate.
DO remove and launder oil soaked clothing promptly. Discard oil soaked shoes.
DON'T use kerosene, gasoline or other thinners to wash oil off the skin. They
remove the skin's natural oils and can cause dryness or have serious toxic effects.
DON'T over-use waterless hand cleaners. They also remove the skin's protective
barriers.
DON'T put oil rags in your pocket. This can cause prolonged skin contact.
