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When using Sunscreens

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The National Consumer Agency provides advice for consumers on the purpose of sunscreens, the selection of sunscreens and the application of sunscreens - National Consumer Agency - Sunscreen Products General sun safety guidelines: * Wear a hat and sun glasses, loose clothing and sunscreen on exposed skin. * Remember no sunscreen will provide complete protection form the suns harmful UV rays. * SPF ratings are used to score sunscreen products in temrs of the level of protection against (...) Read more

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When using Makeup

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From here • Don’t apply makeup while driving. This makes for dangerous driving, and hitting a bump in the road and scratching your eyeball can cause bacteria to contaminate the cut. • Never share makeup. Use a new disposable applicator when testing products. Ask salespersons to clean container openings with alcohol before applying their contents to your skin. • Never add water or another liquid to a product to bring back its original consistency. This could introduce bacteria that can easily (...) Read more

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When using Eye Cosmetics

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• Apply eyeliner outside the lash line (away from the eye) to avoid direct contact of the cosmetic with the eye. There also will be less chance that the liner will flake off into the eye. • Keep eyeliner pencils sharpened so that the rough wood casing won’t scratch the eye or eyelid. As the pencil becomes old, the liner tip becomes stiff, requiring more pressure to apply. When this happens, replace the pencil with a new one. • Replace cosmetics every six months (more often if you wear (...) Read more

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Are there special concerns for contact lens wearers ?

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People who wear contact lenses are prone to corneal abrasions or corneal ulcers if they have poorly fitting lenses or get dust specks under the lens. In addition, they may contaminate their lenses with the oils, residues and possible bacteria found in cosmetics. Some simple precautions can minimize the chance of contamination: • Insert contact lenses before applying makeup and take them out prior to removing makeup. Always wash your hands before touching your contact lenses. • Apply makeup (...) Read more

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PPE articles for leisure and sports

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Personal Protective Equipment for an activity may range from general items of clothing to special protective suits or apparatus. In every case it is essential to use the correct equipment and to make sure it is in good condition. Helmets There are different types of helmet, for different purposes. Footwear Correct footwear is important even for people who do not do much exercise. Gum shields / mouth guards These are mainly worn in sports such as hurling, hockey, rugby and boxing, (...) Read more

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When using cosmetics

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Cosmetics for the most part, don’t really pose any significant dangers. However, there are certain products that you need to be careful with. *Probably the most obvious of these is the aerosol hairspray can - keep them away from heat and fire, and do not use them while smoking. *Never use aerosol beauty products near heat or while smoking because they can ignite. *Cosmetic powders pose another danger – from inhalation. Repeated exposure can damage the lungs. *Hairsprays and powders may (...) Read more

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Sporting guns

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Guns are obviously very dangerous products, especially when they fall into the wrong hands. Most members of the public do not have access to, or do not need a gun. There are several reasons why some people may, however, own a gun, e.g. shooting vermin, target shooting, game shooting, etc. The ownership of guns for farming or sporting purposes is regulated in Ireland through licensing which considers a persons fitness to hold a licence and also their age. Under the new legislation the (...) Read more

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Safety in sports and leisure activities

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Outdoor activities are often a great way to spend your leisure time but they have their own set of risks. However, common sense preparation can ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience. Most injuries are probably preventable by employing the following methods: Warm Up - helps raise the heart rate and temperature Stretching - of all muscles but focus on muscles particular to the sport being played. Cooling down - the aim of the cool down is to lower heart rate, circulate (...) Read more

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Water Safety

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Did you know that on average 160 people drown in Ireland each year? Most of these tragic deaths happen inland, in rivers and lakes and in and around homes and these accidents are preventable. When swimming you should remember: Do not swim alone Do not swim just after eating Do not swim when you are hot or tired Do not swim in strange places Do not swim out after anything drifting Do not swim out to sea Do not stay in the water too long Swim parallel and close to the shore Do what (...) Read more

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Leisure Safety

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Many physical activities, such as walking, require little special equipment. For others such as climbing or sailing, it is essential to have appropriate equipment and to know how to use it correctly in order to prevent injury. Equipment for an activity may range from general items of clothing to special protective suits or apparatus. In every case it is essential to use the correct equipment and to make sure it is maintained in good condition. Helmets There are different types of helmets (...) Read more

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